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Agilix Labs Receives Grant to Boost Education in Sierra Leone

The launch of innovative educational initiatives can change lives, and that's precisely what Agilix Labs aims to achieve in Sierra Leone. Recently awarded a grant from Amazon Web Services (AWS) through the AWS Education Equity Initiative, Agilix Labs will implement the Finder Program designed to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technology for better educational access in the region.

The future of education in Sierra Leone has just become brighter. The grant will support the Future Learning Institute (FLI), which Agilix Labs established in 2025 in partnership with the Sierra Leone Ministry of Technical and Higher Education. This collaboration underscores a commitment to equipping the youth in the region with essential skills and opportunities. The official launch of the Finder Program will take place on November 10, 2026, at the newly inaugurated Community Learning Center located at the Freetown Polytechnic's Jui Campus.

So, what is the Finder Program? At its core, the initiative aims to empower young individuals—often referred to as 'Finders'—to act as community resources. They will address real-world questions utilizing AI, local knowledge, and resources to provide actionable insights for local businesses, educators, and farmers. This program primarily targets youths in Sierra Leone who have qualified for university yet have not been able to gain a place, with a particular focus on young women, students with disabilities, and those hailing from rural and low-income backgrounds.

Mustapha Turay, President of FLI Centers in Sierra Leone, emphasizes the profound impact of community understanding: “Our young people know their communities better than anyone. I promised myself that whatever education I got in the United States, I would bring it home.” The initiative commenced in Kono, and Freetown is now benefiting from its own community learning center.

Throughout the one-year program, participants will take on various challenges posed by local and community groups, working alongside AI to find solutions. Thanks to the grant from AWS, participants will leverage cloud technology through Amazon Bedrock to enhance their learning experience. Agilix Dawn will ensure that the learners can engage in their studies even amidst potential connectivity issues.

Curt Allen, Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Agilix Labs, stated, “At our centers, they use AI to serve their own communities. Finder is the job we're training them for.”

For anyone eager to find out more about the program, you can visit the dedicated page on Agilix’s website for schedules, detailed fact sheets, and photographs.

About the Future Learning Institute

The Future Learning Institute aims to transform how education is perceived and accessed in Sierra Leone. By introducing the Finder Program, it aspires to create a bridge for young Sierra Leoneans to learn and contribute actively to their communities. The center at Freetown Polytechnic opens its doors this November, adding to the Kono District center that opened in March 2026.

About Agilix Labs

Based in Lehi, Utah, Agilix Labs is an education technology company at the forefront of digital learning. Its Buzz platform has facilitated over 55 million course enrollments globally, reaching users in more than 200 countries and territories. With a mission to improve learning experiences, Agilix continues to innovate and expand educational access worldwide.