Shashikala’s Story – Computer Training Center

Dear Josh,

Shashikala joined the HOPE Computer Training Center in Hyderabad, India to learn desktop publishing. Shashikala comes from an economically disadvantaged family. Her father, Mallesh, works as a coolie (porter) and earns on an average 100 Rupees ($2) for a day’s work. Getting work is not guaranteed and there are days when he comes home penniless. Her mother works as a maid and she earns 2,000 Rupees ($40) per month.

Shashikala has two brothers and one sister. Shashikala joined HOPE to support her family.

Shashikala finished her course in 3 months and then volunteered to teach computers in the center for three months. Her computer skills have fetched a job with AIWA’s electronic service center in Hyderabad. She is working as a computer operator and her salary is 2,500 Rupees ($45) per month. Shashikala is happy to be able to support her family.

Thank you Anne, Josh, Josiah and Isaiah for your support of Shashikala and HOPE!