The Doroslovo community, including the local school, lacked a computer learning center and access to computer technology for educational and public information services.

Establish a community computer center in the Doroslovo cultural center facilitating its use to the entire community. The community computer center was established with the following equipment: 14 Intel Pentium IV computers, 1 HP 2200 printer, 1 Panasonic fax machine, 1 HP Genius Mustek scanner, and 1 Canon copy machine.

The Doroslovo community computer center now serves as a major hub of educational activities in the community with non-stop use by students, youth, adults, and civic organizations. The creativity of the town has been bolstered through this new resource. In August 2002, when the town celebrated its 250th anniversary, the computers were proudly featured presenting a multimedia show of the historical heritage of Doroslovo.

Beneficiaries

150 inhabitants

Participants

Local community of Doroslovo

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The construction of the community center in Doroslovo started in 1990 but was halted due to financial difficulties. The building could not be utilized for lack of wiring, plumbing, woodwork, furniture, etc.

Complete the construction of the community center building, which involved purchase of materials needed for electric installation, plumbing, tiling, painting, woodworks, heating and furniture. Residents volunteered to perform the works.

The social life in Doroslovo has been improved. Residents, especially senior citizens, women and youth are now able to participate in social activities. This community center is the home of several organizations: association of women, retired people's club, youth club, and two sports clubs.

Beneficiaries

1,833 community population

Participants

local community of Doroslovo

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The equipment of the Voluntary Fire Department in Doroslovo was in a poor condition. The fire engine water pump was cracked and could not be welded again. The hoses were worn out. Hand pumps also needed for training purposes were lacking.

Equipment purchased for the work and training of the Voluntary Fire Department in Doroslovo: one water pump for the vehicle, twelve fire hoses as well as three hand pumps.

The efficiency of the Fire Department has been increased. This department serves the communities of Doroslovo, Stapar, Srpski Miletic and Backi Brestovac. The new equipment enables further training of current and future voluntary firefighters.

Beneficiaries

12,158 population of four communities

Participants

local community of Doroslovo and Fire Department (Voluntary Fire Brigade)

Cost of the
Project

USAID
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