[Olpc-philippines] introduction

[Mark Gatela]

Hello,

I'm Mark and I'm currently residing in the Bay Area, California in the US.
I got introduced to OLPC-Philippines efforts through Sandeep at Facebook
and I've been lurking on this list for a couple of weeks.

My background is in project management. Back in Manila I was with
ABS-CBN Interactive and Sun Cellular, working with mobile applications. 
I still have a few contacts working with Philippine media and it's
at the group's disposal to use it at its discretion. 

Although I am deeply cynical about working government units about OLPC,
I am willing to work with the group to make this work. Immediately after 
college, I taught freshmen college students from the poorest families
of Cebu so I have a soft spot with the teaching component of OLPC. And if I may,
I'd like to share this story that got me interested in OLPC intentions and how
computers can help children: http://tinyurl.com/2q3svv

Please do let me know how I can contribute to the group. 
Nice to 'meet' you all.

Thank you.

Regards,

Mark Gatela




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