Microsoft to open computer training centers in Colombia for former paramilitary fighters

source: Sydney Morning Herald | Oct 26, 06 | submitted by Pat Coate

Bogota, Colombia - Software giant Microsoft Corp. has agreed to donate more than US$300,000 (euro240,000) to open computer centers where former paramilitary fighters will receive free training for civilian jobs, the government said Thursday.

The announcement comes after a meeting last month in New York in which President Alvaro Uribe solicited Microsoft chairman Bill Gates' help in reintegrating 30,000 demobilized paramilitaries into the nation's economy.

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"The fact an American company is willing to support Colombia's peace process in such an enduring way sends a powerful message to Colombia's business community."- Frank Pearl, Colombian government special envoy

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Message: Microsoft to open computer training centers in Colombia for former paramilitary fighters Software giant Microsoft Corp. has agreed to donate more than US$300,000 (euro240,000) to open computer centers where former paramilitary fighters will receive free training for civilian jobs, the government said Thursday. The announcement comes after a meeting last month in New York in which President Alvaro Uribe solicited Microsoft chairman Bill Gates' help in reintegrating 30,000 demobilized paramilitaries into the nation's economy. "The fact an American company is willing to support Colombia's peace process in such an enduring way sends a powerful message to Colombia's business community." - Frank Pearl, Colombian government special envoy Link to Article: http://www.greatnewsnetwork.org/index.php/news/article/microsoft_to_open_computer_training_centers_in_colombia_for_former_paramili/ -------------------- The Great News Network is a daily news center that features only positive and inspirational news stories on world events, the environment, science, health, and business. http://www.greatnewsnetwork.org "An Oasis for Optimists" submit the word you see below:

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