Softtek, DeAcero Inaugurate Tech Classroom

Aiming to strengthen digital inclusion and expand educational and job opportunities, the Nuevo Leon Ministry of Equality and Inclusion, Fundación DEACERO and Fundación Solidaria de Softtek inaugurated the new Softtek/DeAcero Technology Classroom at the Valle Soleado Community Center.

The new classroom is equipped with computers, internet access, furniture, air conditioning and digital training programs. It will host workshops focused on technological skills, logical thinking and STEAM tools, helping children, youth, and adults bridge the digital divide and access new pathways for personal and professional development. 

“We believe in the power of technology to change lives. This classroom does not just bring computers, it opens doors to learning, employment, and social mobility,” said Fernando Nava, Corporate Sustainability Director, Softtek. “Every alliance that expands digital access is an investment in Mexico’s future.”

Fundación DEACERO, which has supported more than 700 organizations nationwide, reaffirmed its commitment to community empowerment. 

“Access to technology is a tool for equity,” said Alicia Núñez, Director of Fundación DEACERO. “We support projects that strengthen communities through education and employability. This alliance with Softtek and the Ministry of Equality and Inclusion reflects our commitment to a fairer and more prepared Mexico.”

The initiative is part of the strategy led by Martha Herrera, Minister of Equality and Inclusion, to foster partnerships between the private sector and local communities to achieve sustainable social impact. “Technology is not just a tool; it is a gateway to well-being and social mobility,” said Mauricio Canseco, Deputy Minister of Social Investment and Strategic Alliances. “Thanks to companies like DEACERO and Softtek, we are closing the digital gap and creating opportunities for equitable growth.”

“Here in Nuevo León, companies provide the computers, we handle operations, maintenance, data and management. This approach reduces both access and usage gaps. Many people lack access to computers and do not know how to use them, or cannot afford them, so digital inclusion requires careful attention,” said Juan Carlos Meade, Director of Strategic Alliances at Nuevo León´s Ministry of Equality and Inclusion. 

Each tech classroom generates an estimated Social Return on Investment (SROI) of 7:1, meaning that for every peso invested, communities receive seven pesos in measurable social benefits. The initiative exemplifies a collaborative model where government, business and civil society align to produce lasting, data-driven impact.