Appeal for unwanted computer equipment to help hospitals in developing countries

[Judi Lynn]

Appeal for unwanted computer equipment to help hospitals in developing countries
11 February 2011

Computer Aid International is calling for donations of unwanted computer monitors to give to hospitals, schools and charities in Africa and Latin America. The charity requires donations of over 2,500 monitors per month, but is currently only receiving 30% of this number.

David Barker, CEO of Computer Aid, says “We are calling for all IT managers who have unwanted TFT or CRT monitors to help us meet demand from schools and hospitals in developing countries. Hundreds of schools in Chile are waiting to receive computers and, while we currently have over 4,000 refurbished base units ready and waiting to go, we don’t have the monitors to match them with.

“The shortage of monitors is a problem that looks set to continue for the foreseeable future. Most companies refresh their base units every three to four years. However, results from a recent donor survey show that most people do not upgrade their monitors at the same rate and the use of longer-lasting TFT and LED monitors means that screens might only be refreshed every six years.

While this is definitely a good thing as it means that companies are extending the life of their IT equipment, it has resulted in a critical shortage in donated screens to Computer Aid. Consequently, we are urging any individuals or companies that have unwanted monitors to get in touch — your donation could make a huge and immediate difference to hundreds of people.”

More:
http://www.bjhcim.co.uk/news/2011/n1102011.htm

[enlightenment]

1. Thank you for posting.

The organization should look into universities and colleges, too. Their equipment turn-over is insane.