In recognition of Read Across Jamaica Day 2026, the Digicel Foundation brought literacy to life through a series of interactive reading sessions in primary schools across the island, delivered
under its Safer Internet Together (SIT) programme.
More than 20 Digicel employees volunteered their time to support the
initiative, visiting St. Richards Primary, Rollington Town Primary, Spanish
Town Primary and Constant Spring Primary, where they read with students
and facilitated engaging discussions focused on online safety.
Students were introduced to the “SIT Squad” by Kavelle Hylton, CEO of
STEM Builders Learning Hub. The interactive comic and activity book
promotes safe, responsible and positive internet use. By blending reading
with practical digital lessons, students learned how to protect their personal
information, recognise online risks and make informed decisions when
navigating digital spaces.
Speaking on the importance of the initiative, Charmaine Daniels, CEO of
the Digicel Foundation, highlighted the need for early and inclusive digital
education.
“As children become increasingly connected online, it is essential that they
are equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate the digital world
safely,” said Daniels. “The Safer Internet Together programme goes beyond
students, it engages teachers, parents and even senior citizens, ensuring
that entire communities are empowered to use technology responsibly and
confidently.”
The Safer Internet Together programme is a year‑long national initiative
designed to educate and empower students, teachers, parents and the
elderly on digital literacy, online safety and emerging technologies. In its
pilot year in 2025, the programme directly reached more than 34,000
students across 150 schools and impacted over 2,000 senior citizens
through digital literacy and artificial intelligence workshops.
Building on this success, year two of the Safer Internet Together
programme begins in May 2026, with an expanded focus on deepening
digital awareness and creating safer online environments for all Jamaicans.
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