At the F1 Miami Grand Prix circuit, Sir Lewis Hamilton’s global foundation Mission 44 and HP Inc. announced a multi-year partnership to fuel access to technology and skills needed to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, HP reports.

This collaboration unites Mission 44’s drive for more inclusivity in STEM with HP’s ambition to accelerate digital equity for 150 million people globally by 2030, equipping disconnected adolescents and adults with skills needed to thrive in future work.

Through targeted initiatives in Miami and expanding to the UK, the partnership will provide the technology, training, digital skills and mentorship young people need to participate in the digital economy.

Mission 44 and HP will first support two Miami-based tech hubs. America on Tech, an early pipeline tech talent accelerator that creates career pathways for young people and Miami EdTech, which aims to provide workforce development through computer science and digital skilling.

Later this year, HP and Mission 44 will expand their collaboration to support schools and educators in the UK to increase learning access to equip young people for the workforce.

“The partnership between HP and Mission 44 harnesses the unique strength and influence of our organizations. HP’s ability to shape the future of work through technology, combined with Mission 44’s drive for impactful change, makes this collaboration truly powerful,” says Michele Malejki, global head of Social Impact at HP and executive director of the HP Foundation. “Together, we are fuelling access to essential skills and technology, equipping disconnected adolescents and adults to participate and thrive in the digital economy, and we are excited to bring this program to more people globally.”

“At Mission 44, we strongly believe in the power of collaboration, and our partnership with HP is the perfect example,” says Jason Arthur, CEO of Mission 44. “By bringing together a global tech leader and local non-profits, we know we can make a meaningful impact for young people, raising aspirations and achievement, and enabling access to exciting careers in STEM.”

To kick off the partnership, the two organizations invited a group of young people from the Miami area to the Grand Prix circuit to meet Lewis Hamilton, whose personal experiences of education and motorsport have left him determined to build a more inclusive future. The group was given an exclusive tour of the Scuderia Ferrari HP Team garage and F1 paddock and participated in talks with industry insiders on the skills required for careers in STEM-related industries.

Empowering Learners and Educators

In conjunction with the partnership announcement, HP has launched the new online Future of Work Skills Hub, designed to equip learners and educators across the globe with the tools needed to thrive in a digital world. The online portal offers skills courses, including AI and data science as well as business leadership. It also provides resources to assist educators in utilizing generative AI in education.

Also, HP, Mission 44, Miami EdTEch and America on Tech have established a Future of Work Hubs. These physical hubs in Miami combine access to HP technology with long-term learning support for young people in those communities.

Miami EdTech 

Miami EdTech is a registered 501(c)(3) education technology nonprofit organization, The organization provides teachers with professional development in computer science & entrepreneurship, develop curriculum and tech-enabled learning environments, and support edtech innovation through pilots, consulting, and mentorship. 

America on Tech 

America On Tech (AOT) is a national nonprofit that provides no-cost tech education, skills development, and workforce readiness programs starting with high school youth in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and now Atlanta. The organization offers training in Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, UX Design, Product Management, Digital Marketing, Data Science, and Cybersecurity.

About Mission 44 

Founded by seven-time Formula One World Champion Sir Lewis Hamilton, Mission 44 is a global charitable foundation to help young people thrive in school and access careers in STEM. To learn more, visit www.mission44.org.

To access the new Future of Work Skills Hub, visit hp.com/future-skills. For more about HP’s social impact initiatives visit hp.com/digital-equity.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.



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