The program also aims to empower people with computer and entrepreneurial skills.
We understand theres uncertainty and even concern about the pace of technological change.
But we know that technology will be an engine of Americas growth for years to come, Pichai said.
In asking that, we recognize that there are large gaps in opportunity across the US.
These are tough gaps.
One-third of jobs in 2020 will require skills that arent common today.
Its a big problem.
Google employees will volunteer to donate one million hours to expand the capacity of those non-profits.
Sometimes, its just showing up to help set up an event.
He adds: Were seeing how hard educational gaps can be overcome.
Pichai says 1,000 Google employees will be available for career coaching.
In the end, the internet is a powerful equalizer, capable of propelling new ideas and people forward.
source: www.techworm.net
