MODEC allocates over $2M in funding to support STEMGuyana Learning Pods initiative
In a significant step toward strengthening STEM Education for young learners in Guyana, MODEC has partnered with STEMGuyana to support its Learning Pods initiative, a program that provides after-school education in Math, Science, English, and Technology to children in 30 learning centres across the country.
As part of its commitment to community development and youth empowerment, MODEC has pledged Two million, seven hundred and eighty-eight thousand and forty-one Guyana dollars (GYD$2,788,041) towards the cost of the program for 2025.
The Learning Pods initiative, founded and managed by STEMGuyana, aims to provide structured and engaging after-school support to students in underserved communities. With this sponsorship, the program will continue to support students from two learning pods following the conclusion of a three-year IDB- sponsored agreement.
(Middle, L-R) Yolander Sammy, Legal & Compliance Manager, MODEC Guyana and Rafael Fumis, Country Manager, MODEC Guyana, receive STEM branded tokens from Alisha Koulen, Operations Manager, STEMGuyana and Elsie Harry, Board Member and Fundraising Coordinator, STEMGuyana
MODEC’s commitment will make it possible for students at the Paramakatoi Learning Pod in Region 8 and the Women of Substance Learning Pod in Region 2, to continue to access high-quality learning resources, mentorship, and hands-on experience in STEM fields.
MODEC, a global leader in offshore oil and gas solutions, sees early Education as a critical pillar for national development. Speaking on behalf of MODEC, Rafael Fumis, Country Manager, highlighted:
“STEMGuyana has embraced the noble mission of disseminating STEM education across Guyana, instigating the interest and development of children, and addressing the future needs for qualified professionals not only in the oil and gas industry but also in infrastructure development. This initiative unlocks a world of possibilities for the youth. MODEC is honoured to be part of this journey.”
This collaboration underscores the power of private sector investment in education and the importance of fostering local talent in STEM fields. As Guyana continues to develop its STEM ecosystem, partnerships like these will play a vital role in preparing the next generation for the future.
Karen Abrams, Director of STEMGuyana, expressed her gratitude for the partnership, emphasizing its impact on education in Guyana; “This generous support from MODEC will allow us to continue providing critical services to learners in our Learning Pods program, ensuring that students continue to have access to educational resources that can change their futures. Education is the key to unlocking the potential of Guyana’s youth, and investments like these make a lasting difference. We are excited about the impact this partnership will have on young minds across the country.”
Thanks to MODEC’s support, sponsorship 7 out of 30 Learning Pods has now been secured for 2025. STEMGuyana invites other corporate partners to join this movement by adopting one of the remaining 23 pods, helping us to provide access to quality education and empower even more children nationwide.
