Future of Education Podcast S2E277: (Part 2) Geetesh's Refugee Camp School Project: From Student to Changemaker
Nov 7, 2025
Geetesh shares his inspiring journey from student to changemaker while developing a school project in a Malawi refugee camp. He highlights how the program instilled life skills and mental health awareness in participants. This initiative not only fostered digital literacy through an internet cafe but also empowered students to tackle community challenges creatively. Looking ahead, Geetesh envisions a youth incubator inspired by successful startup models, focusing on entrepreneurship and technology to uplift local businesses.
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From Learn-And-Earn To Malawi Pilot
- Geetesh discovered Learn and Earn and connected with a team in Malawi to pilot education software in a refugee camp.
- He designed and delivered a four-week curriculum that taught AI skills and life skills to seven high-school students.
Internet Cafe Became A Learning Hub
- Time Back piloted personalized two-hour learning in the Zaleko refugee camp and built an internet cafe used mainly by curious kids.
- Geetesh partnered with local facilitators to teach AI, digital skills, and life skills to boost students' employability.
AI Plus Soft Skills Equals Employability
- Geetesh framed AI proficiency and soft skills as essential for earning a living today.
- He combined technical tools with life skills training to make learning immediately practical.