RACHEL

World Possible and Hackers for Charity

Combination of freely available software and content modules that enable online educational materials into places with limited or no internet access

Product description Brand name and product description

RACHEL, the Remote Area Community Hotspot for Education and Learning, is a combination of freely available software and content modules that enable online educational materials into places with limited or no internet access. The content is available in multiple languages and can be customized to suit local needs.

It is divided into two areas:

– RACHEL Content Library, which can be installed and deployed freely and everywhere by downloading content from their site

– RACHEL Hardware, a hardware, pre-installed with the most-used RACHEL content.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Global.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"
Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

RACHEL Content Library is free for everyone to download.

RACHEL Hardware has three different projects:

– RACHEL-Pi: $169.00 (10 computers or tablets simultaneously)

– RACHEL-Plus: $499.00 (Up to 20-50 simultaneous users)

– RACHEL-Corrections 3.0: $ 749.00 (Up to 20-50 simultaneous users)

All profits from RACHEL hardware are reinvested in the project.

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.
SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Internet and broadband underserved areas and communities.

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