Shannon May

Biography

Dr. Shannon May is the President and Co-Founder of NewGlobe, the largest supporter of technology-enabled government schools across Africa. NewGlobe supports national and state governments and communities by creating powerful technology-enabled education systems. NewGlobe has unequaled experience in transforming educational outcomes at speed and at scale, delivering increased learning gains in often marginalized and under-served communities. Core to NewGlobe’s approach is a holistic approach to school and school system support, providing integrated teacher support, school management practices, capacity building for ministerial leadership, and scientifically-tested digital and print learning materials. Custom software applications and digital publishing enable digital transparency for ministerial leaders, empowering data-driven decision making at both the school and national level. NewGlobe’s government and community programs serve 1.4 million children each school day in six countries.