WeRobotics (Switzerland)
Established in 2015, WeRobotics’ aim is to responsibly and sustainably localise Tech4Good, which is defined as the deliberate use of technology for social good. Their framework ensures that locally led organisations and experts have the know-how and power to drive technology-rich solutions to developmental challenges in their local communities.
One of WeRobotics’ core activities is to co-create and facilitate the Flying Labs Network, an inclusive global network of independent knowledge hubs that convene and strengthen the capacity of local experts in professional drone, data, robotics, and AI services for a wide range of development and aid sectors, including climate action, disaster management, health, conservation, urban development, and youth training and support.
In 2023/2024, the Eurofins Foundation is contributing to the Tuhamasishe STEM Program, a part of the global STEM Sheroes programme by WeRobotics, in partnership with Kenya Flying Labs. This holistic programme takes a coordinated approach to promoting gender equity, accessibility, and inclusivity in STEM education using drones.
The Tuhamasishe STEM Program aims to develop a local STEM ecosystem in Kenya, bringing participants, parents, schools, and non-profit partners together to amplify their voices and connect. The programme aims to achieve this through an age-specific, competency-based curriculum with hands-on activities for young people aged 5 to 25. The programme prioritises outreach to low-income communities and aims for at least 50% female student representation to enhance access and diversity. Through this approach, it strives to address the issue of gender disparity and lack of access to STEM education for young people, particularly girls and women.
The programme is modelled around the Sustainable Development Goals and aligned with the Kenyan government's efforts to improve the education sector through an interdisciplinary approach.
