In line with Microsoft’s mission to empower every person and organisation on the planet to achieve more, We Tech Care 2016 goes beyond regular fundraising to empower everyone through technology.
Open to the public, the event brings together over 100 volunteers, including Microsoft employees, representatives from President’s Challenge, Microsoft partner organisations, non-profit organisations, and technology experts who will be volunteering their time to conduct IT-related workshops, talks, activities and games.
President Tony Tan Keng Yam will be gracing We Tech Care 2016 as Guest-of-Honour, and officially launching President’s Challenge 2016.
The programme features a variety of fun-filled activities for everyone, including young professionals, parents, children, students and grandparents.
Highlights of We Tech Care 2016 include:
• IT Made Easy sessions to introduce you to the fundamentals of computing, and equip you with IT tips and tricks that can help you save time and energy with technology.
• WeSpeakCode Workshops connect you with the tools and knowledge you need to create, code, and develop your ideas. Suitable for all ages, you can dream big, build creatively, and boldly bring your ideas to life.
• Xbox Games Competitions for you to try your hand at a whole host of Xbox games and participate in the onsite Xbox gaming competitions to win prizes.
• NGO & Assistive Technology Showcase that enables you to meet with non-profit organisations, discover where help is needed and take the first step towards active volunteering!
• Startup Discovery Tours to provide you with the opportunity to meet and interact with local startups and social enterprises first-hand.
• Play It Safe talks that provide you with tips on how to safeguard yourself online in today’s digital world.
• Fringe Activities offering a host of fun activities and games for the entire family!
To donate to President’s Challenge, click here.