Flow pushes digital skills drive in Cedros

Flow rolled into Cedros with a clear pitch to close the digital gap and bring opportunity within reach.

The company hosted its “Building Futures through Inclusive Digital Transformation” initiative at the Cedros Community Centre on April 18, pulling residents from Cedros and Icacos into a day of hands-on learning and community activity.

Close to 200 people took part in sessions spanning computer literacy, coding basics, robotics and innovation. The workshops, led by SmartTerm and Elevate Education, focused on practical skills participants could use beyond the classroom.

There was also a strong turnout from the Venezuelan migrant community, with organisers delivering two of the three workshops in both English and Spanish to widen access.

“This initiative reflects who we are at Flow,” said Simone Martin-Sulgan, vice president and general manager.

“We believe that every individual regardless of background deserves access to opportunity. We are committed to bringing access to digital literacy and unlocking potential in rural communities.

“We partnered with Elevate Education and the Bankers Association of Trinidad and Tobago, two organisations that are aligned with our goals to unlock progress. We connect, care and commit to all of our communities across Trinidad and Tobago. Alongside the Liberty Caribbean Foundation, it is not only about elevating our country, but also about elevating our region through inclusive initiatives like these.”

Beyond the workshops, a community fair added another layer, with sessions on financial literacy, online baking and fraud awareness led by representatives from the Bankers Association. Contributors included managing director Keston Howell, along with facilitators Shamir Sadler, Kimberly Moore and Jayme Hoyte of SmartTerm Limited.

Flow framed the event as part of a wider push into underserved communities, particularly in south Trinidad, where it has backed schools with laptops, digital upgrades and training programmes over the years.

“This work is deeply personal for many of us,” said Yolande Agard-Simmons, senior manager of communications.

“Our employees live and work in communities such as Cedros, Point Fortin and Fyzabad. We understand firsthand the importance of access, opportunity and support. And being able to give back in this way is incredibly meaningful and rewarding.”

The company signalled more outreach ahead, positioning the Cedros event as a starting point rather than a one-off.

“This is just the beginning. We are not only connecting communities—we are building futures,” Martin-Sulgan said.