Australian Embassy provides donation for technology upgrades at the Pohnpei Public Library

By Bill Jaynes

The Kaselehlie Press

May 3, 2023

Pohnpei—Australian Ambassador to the FSM Jo Cowley and Second Secretary and Consul Luke Robertson today presented a check in the amount of $15,376 to the Friends of the Pohnpei Public Library. The money is the result of a successful Australian Direct Aid Program grant application and will be used to revamp the current Information Technology set up in the library. It will be used to upgrade old computer systems to new and advanced systems software. This will allow the public to be able to access up-to-date information on the internet without/less downtime, and up-to-date software programs for easier access to e-books, educational videos, and other e-resources.

On hand at ceremony were Pohnpei Public Library Head Librarian, Trueleen Albert and members of the library staff. Also present were board members Suzanne Gallen, Aaron Nighswander, and Malinda Mora.

DAP is a flexible, small grants scheme for development activities for up to USD $20,000. DAP applications can be submitted year-round. For more information and to apply online, visit www. fsm.embassy.gov.au