Bishop John Noonan | Diocese of Orland website

ORLANDO | Dhanush, a 15-year-old boy from India, is making a significant impact by sharing his gift for technology with refugees in the Diocese of Orlando. Motivated by a desire to give back to his community, Dhanush has been teaching computer skills to teen refugees, with the support of his family and Catholic Charities of Central Florida.

"I wanted to give back to my community," expressed Dhanush, highlighting his altruistic intentions. He also acknowledged the challenges faced by immigrants, stating, "There are a lot of immigrants who come from India to America that are very lost."

Reflecting on their decision to focus on helping refugee children, Prabhav, Dhanush's father, remarked, "We were looking for refugee kids because we felt that’s the part of society that can most benefit from that kind of expertise and his passion and love for teaching."

Maria Diez from Catholic Charities praised the impact of Dhanush's program, stating, "This pilot project is very useful for our mentees and youth clients." Testimonials from participants like Geraldine further emphasized the practical benefits of Dhanush's lessons in improving their skills and efficiency.

Dhanush's interactive teaching style was also commended, with him stating, "In the middle of a lecture, I stop, collect all of our thoughts and get everyone to do a singular project that applies all the knowledge we just learned." He emphasized the importance of engaging students to ensure the program's success.

Looking ahead, Dhanush expressed his plans to expand the program, stating, "I might teach them to use other associated programs... I am absolutely sure I will teach them how to use skill-based vocational education with the computer." His commitment to helping the community was evident as he mentioned, "All I know is right now I like helping the community."

Prabhav shared the family's ethos of universal love and helping, stating, "One thing in common with all these religions is universal love and helping." He emphasized the importance of utilizing their blessings to assist others in need.

In conclusion, Dhanush's selfless efforts to empower refugees through technology education serve as a heartwarming example of compassion and generosity in action. His dedication to making a positive impact underscores the power of individuals to effect meaningful change in their communities.