Shape Your Future

The "Shape Your Future" program is designed to address the lack of digital skills among Nigerian youths, as highlighted by UNICEF and GetBundi. With only 7% of Nigerian youths having the necessary ICT skills, and over 100 million young Nigerians lacking digital abilities, the program aims to prepare teenagers for the demands of a digital and AI-driven future.

This six-week initiative focuses on equipping teenagers from low-income communities with essential skills in Data Analytics, Design Thinking, Fundamentals of Design, and Digital Marketing, enhancing their digital literacy and creativity. Targeting 50 students from JSS 3, SS 1, and SS 2 per school, the goal is to train over 2,000 teenagers, building on the 120 already reached.

Volunteers are assigned to schools to conduct 1-2 hour weekly sessions. The program aims to empower these teenagers with job-ready skills for future success.

Key Objectives: - Bridge the digital skills gap among Nigerian youth - Provide practical, job-ready technology skills - Enhance digital literacy and creativity - Create pathways to future employment opportunities

Training Modules: 1. **Data Analytics**: Understanding data collection, analysis, and visualization 2. **Design Thinking**: Problem-solving methodologies and creative thinking 3. **Fundamentals of Design**: Basic design principles and tools 4. **Digital Marketing**: Social media marketing, content creation, and online presence

Implementation Strategy: - Weekly 1-2 hour sessions in partner schools - Hands-on practical training with real-world projects - Mentorship from industry professionals - Certification upon completion

The project collaborates with local educational institutions and organizations focused on youth development and technology education such as Upsurge Foundation.