DXC Technology and Shell V-Power Racing Team Donate 90 Laptops to Malak, Ludmilla and Millner Primary Schools in Darwin

Collaboration with DeadlyScience, LiteHaus International, Viva Energy Australia (Shell Licensee), Penske Australia and New Zealand and NT Cricket creates further access to learning experiences for students 

DARWIN, Australia, 12 June 2024 -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC),  a leading Fortune 500 global technology services company, today announced the donation of 90 laptop devices to three primary schools in the Northern Territory.

This initiative, which has tripled in size in the last 12 months, is the second collaboration between DXC, NT Cricket and the Shell V-Power Racing Team, including contributing partners Viva Energy Australia (Shell Licensee), Penske Australia and New Zealand, Repco and LiteHaus International.

DXC is also pleased to continue its partnership with DeadlyScience, an Indigenous STEM organisation, who delivered a joint STEM session at the three schools with the Shell V-Power Racing Team on Tuesday, 11 June 2024.

Ahead of the Repco Supercars Championship Darwin Triple Crown, which is the annual Indigenous Round, 100 students from Malak, Ludmilla and Millner Primary Schools were invited to the DXC Arena in Darwin where they were presented with the donated laptops by the Shell V-Power Racing Team’s Drivers, Anton De Pasquale and Will Davison, along with Minister for Education, Mark Monaghan MLA, Northern Territory Government.

The Education Minister and drivers were joined by student representatives from the three primary schools to showcase a special reveal of the Shell V-Power Racing Team’s 2024 Indigenous Livery.

Students were also treated to STEM sessions with DeadlyScience, truck tours by Penske Australia and New Zealand, interactive tours of the two Shell V-Power Mustangs, and cricket games by NT Cricket, who in the lead up to the event at DXC Arena, had been running clinics in the three respective schools.

“We are pleased to be able grow this wonderful initiative with our partners in the Northern Territory. Whether it be introducing cricket clinics with NT Cricket, donating laptops or visiting schools to advocate STEM learning and pathways with DeadlyScience and the Shell V-Power Racing Team, it is important for likeminded organisations to come together and give back to schools and communities,” said Seelan Nayagam, President, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, DXC Technology.

“DXC is committed to reducing barriers and contributing to the educational success of Territorians. We are once again thankful to our partner, LiteHaus International for their efforts in the preparation of the 90 laptop devices to meet the Department of Education’s requirements. Initiatives like this play a critical role in laying the foundations to help students participate more meaningfully in society and achieve better life outcomes,” added Nayagam.

The laptop donation and STEM in schools experience is part of DXC’s Digital Futures Program, which to date has donated over 1,000 laptops and impacted over 20,000 students. The program provisions refurbished technology equipment and introduces STEM Pathways opportunities to foundations, not-for-profit organisations, schools, community student programs, community-controlled health services and community councils.

DXC is committed to building sustainable and responsible business practices, and through a circular economy approach, the organisation is re-using or recycling 99% of its IT equipment, supporting a target of zero e-waste to landfill.

Partner Quotes:

David Noble, Chief Executive Officer, Shell V-Power Racing Team: “We’re delighted to be a part of DXC Technology’s Digital Futures Program for a second consecutive year. This event is a highlight of our community engagement program which is growing in its significance connecting our partners, government, and schools. After the success of 2023, our combined effort will deliver 90 laptops as a commitment to growing the program. This will have a significant benefit and impact on many young students. On behalf of the Shell V-Power Racing Team, I would like to thank our partners DXC Technology, Viva Energy Australia, Penske Australia & New Zealand, and Repco Australia for contributing to this wonderful program. We look forward to setting new and increased targets in years to come.”

Gavin Dovey, CEO, NT Cricket: “Today is all about connection and partnerships, and the great things that are possible when communities come together, and people are given opportunity. We feel excited and proud to have such an amazing premier partner in DXC Technology who continue lead with their actions share our vision of uniting and inspiring communities.”

Corey Tutt, founder and CEO, DeadlyScience: “At DeadlyScience®, we understand the profound impact of representation, after all, 'you can't be what you can't see.' That's why it's important to offer avenues that empower and inspire Australia's First Scientists to explore careers in STEM fields. DeadlyScience were delighted to run our Deadly STEM in Schools Program at Malak, Ludmilla and Millner Primary Schools this week. The sessions saw Indigenous learners from the primary schools engage in culturally appropriate STEM activities in an interactive and engaging way. The support of DXC Technology through their Digital Futures Program will help to fuel Indigenous futures in STEM and provide opportunities for Indigenous youth through supplying technology that facilitates access to further education and learning.”

Andrew Egan, General Manager Customer & Marketing, Viva Energy Australia (Shell Licensee): "We are thrilled to continue our support for DXC's Digital Futures Program in 2024 by donating 45 laptops.  We are proud to be part of a program that makes such a significant impact on communities in need by supplying technology that enables better education and career opportunities." 

Andrew Kerridge, General Manager, IT, Penske Australia and New Zealand: “Penske are very proud to continue our partnership with the Shell V-Power Racing Team and the DXC Technology Digital Futures Program. After the success of last year, we were delighted to be able to increase our contribution of laptops for this years program. We are committed to empowering the next generation through technology and education.”

Sally-Ann Talbot, Darwin Branch Manager, Penske Australia and New Zealand: The Penske Darwin Branch remains dedicated to supporting local schools through the DXC Technology Digital Futures Program. This initiative enables us to strengthen our connections with the community, providing students with valuable learning aids to help them reach their full potential. By fostering these relationships, we strive to make a meaningful impact on local education and development.”

Mina McCarthy, Assistant Director, School Improvement, NT Department of Education: “We are excited to see the Digital Futures program expanded to 3 schools this year! This means more students having opportunities to improve their digital literacy through access to additional devices. The STEM workshops were a fantastic addition this year linking Indigenous Science Knowledge with sustainability and engineering. Students were also introduced to future learning and work pathways in STEM.”

Carol Putica, Principal, Ludmilla Primary School: “Ludmilla Primary is thrilled to be partnering with DXC Technology. The donation of 30 laptops ensures that we are offering our students an education that is line with 21^st century learning skills and that the students are moving forward with their education well prepared for a future full of choice and opportunity.”

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About DXC Technology

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernising IT, optimising data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private and hybrid clouds. The world's largest companies and public sector organisations trust DXC to deploy services to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience across their IT estates. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.

About Shell V-Power Racing Team

The Shell V-Power Racing Team (Dick Johnson Racing) is one of the most successful and longest-standing motorsport teams in Australia. The Shell V-Power Racing Team compete in the Repco Supercars Championship, which is Australia’s premier motorsport series, and one of the largest touring car championships in the world. At the helm of the team is racing legend Dick Johnson, who with his team Dick Johnson Racing (DJR), won multiple championship titles and is respected and admired nationally.  Shell has been part of Dick Johnson’s journey since he began in 1967. It is the longest motorsport partnership in Australia (and one of the longest sports partnerships). The team have won 10 drivers championships (3 back to back between 2018-2020), four Bathurst 1000’s and three teams championships (2017, 2019 and 2020).  

About NT Cricket

NT Cricket is the peak sporting body for cricket in the Northern Territory. NT Cricket has a vision to unite and inspire the community through cricket and a purpose to ensure cricket is a thriving sport for all. There are four cricket associations across the Territory, with club competitions in Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs. In addition to these competitions, NT Cricket runs several major competitions throughout the year including:

• Imparja Cup (February)
  
• National Indigenous Cricket Championships (February)
• Cricket 365 program (June - August)

Northern Territory Cricket launched Cricket 365 in 2021 as a national winter cricket concept that showcases the Territory as the only place in Australia that plays cricket all year round. Cricket 365’s marquee event, the Top End T20 Series, features BBL Franchises and International Teams from some of the biggest cricketing nations in the world and provides a highly visible and marketable platform in which to market the Territory as a destination of choice to live, work, study and play. 

About DeadlyScience

DeadlyScience is an Indigenous run charity that provides Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) programs and resources to Indigenous learners across Australia. DeadlyScience aims to create STEM equity for Indigenous learners by providing programs and resources that these learners may not have access to otherwise.

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