In many low-income communities, girls face significant barriers to accessing technology and acquiring digital skills. Recognizing this, 4Herfrika’s LAUTECH campus community organized a one-day Girls Tech Bootcamp on the International Day of the Girl Child 2024. Held in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, the event empowered 50 secondary school girls with essential digital skills.
Themed “EmpowerHER: Building Digital Skills for the Future,” the boot camp focused on foundational tools like Microsoft Office Suite, design, and website development. The goal was to bridge the gender gap in technology and inspire young girls to pursue careers in STEM, positioning them for success in a rapidly digital world.
Program Highlights
The bootcamp featured interactive, hands-on sessions led by experienced mentors and trainers. To maximize learning, participants were divided into small groups, ensuring personalized guidance and active participation. The beneficiary schools include:
- Lautech International College
- Ogbomoso Girls High School
- Nurudeen Grammar School
- Zoe Schools
Key Outcomes
- Digital Literacy: Participants gained foundational knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, applying them to school projects and personal tasks.
- Design Skills: The girls learned basic design concepts and created simple projects using Canva.
- Web Development: Participants were introduced to WordPress and successfully created landing pages.
- Awareness: The bootcamp heightened participants’ understanding of the importance of digital skills in education and future career paths.
Inspiring Change
The EmpowerHER bootcamp was more than a training program—it was a platform to spike curiosity and confidence in technology. By showing that digital skills are within reach, 4Herfrika aims to empower these girls to overcome limitations and drive personal and community development.
