Welcome to the Technology Empowerment and Research Center, a leading-edge innovation hub dedicated to empowering marginalized individuals and fostering connections with the resources, and assets available in the United States. Our center aims to cultivate transformative leaders within communities by providing a platform for innovation, collaboration, and growth.
About us
The Technology Empowerment Resource Center (TERC) is a leading-edge innovation hub dedicated to empowering marginalized individuals and connecting them with the resources, opportunities, and assets available throughout the United States and Haiti. As a nonprofit organization, TERC is committed to transforming lives through technology, education, innovation, and community engagement.
Our mission is to Empower Marginalized Individuals Through Enhanced Technology Education to Become Impact-driven Leaders.e. We believe that access to technology, education, and digital skills creates pathways to opportunity, self-sufficiency, and long-term success.
At TERC, we cultivate transformative leaders by providing a platform where innovation, collaboration, and growth thrive. We serve as a bridge between underserved communities and the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving digital world.
Technology Empowerment Program
The Technology Empowerment Program is designed to equip individuals with essential digital skills and advanced technical training needed to thrive in a technology-driven society. This program focuses on building strong foundations and career-ready competencies.
Through this program, participants receive:
Media and Technology Empowerment Program
The Technology Empowerment Program is designed to equip individuals with essential digital skills and advanced technical training needed to thrive in a technology-driven society. This program focuses on building strong foundations and career-ready competencies.
Through this program, we provide:
This program empowers individuals and families by connecting them to vital information, opportunities, and support systems that promote economic mobility and community development.
Our Work in Haiti
In Haiti, the Technology Empowerment Resource Center operates a fully equipped computer lab where students gain access to high-quality education and digital training opportunities. Students are supported in learning English to prepare for the Duolingo English Test or TOEFL, enabling them to pursue enrollment in colleges and universities in the United States.
Through our partnership with Crown College, we are proud to provide Haitian students with access to quality education that helps them unlock their full potential and pursue the futures they were created to achieve.
In addition to academic preparation, we offer:
These programs are designed to equip young Haitians with the most up-to-date and in-demand skills, enabling them to generate income, build sustainable careers, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Our Vision
We envision a future where every individual, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to the education, technology, and opportunities needed to thrive. By empowering individuals with skills, resources, and support, we help build stronger communities, innovative leaders, and a more inclusive global society.
TERC USA
TERC USA harnesses the power of technology to empower individuals, support innovation, and strengthen communities. We work to equip, educate, and elevate underserved populations—especially refugees, immigrants, and low-income families—through accessible digital tools and community-driven programs.
Through our Computer Donation Program, we partner with local nonprofit organizations to provide eligible participants with computers and the skills needed to succeed in today’s digital world.
We also amplify community voices through our digital media platforms, giving clients a space to host talk shows, share stories, and educate their audiences. In addition, we offer event coverage for funerals, weddings, graduations, church events, and community gatherings.
To support economic growth, we promote small businesses, including refugee- and immigrant-owned enterprises, through advertising and digital content. We also create affordable websites for churches and small businesses to help them build a strong online presence