Educating Youths On Digital Sustainability With Emphasis On The Girl Child- Cohort Five(6)

Project ManagerAwejan Emmanuel

Project Coordinator: Ngonge Meiva

Resource Manager: Mapong Louise

AN OVERVIEW OF THE ORGANIZATION

A non-governmental group called GoGreen Technologies (GG Tech) gives young people—especially girls—the tools they need to thrive in our harsh environment. Preparing youth for careers in digital, agriculture, leadership, business, teaching, and volunteer work is its main goal. GG Tech, or GoGreen Technologies, views the development of the next generation of leaders as a duty rather than an option.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ORGANIZATION

  • Training youths as green world builders that can develop a sustainable life.
  • Educating youths especially the girl child on technological sustainability which will help ensure positive impact in the digital world.
  • Bringing into their minds adequate information that can cause a turnaround in their perception. 
  • To awaken the skills and potentials of leaders that can manage the future.

ORGANIZATION CAPACITY

At GoGreen Technologies (GG Tech), a team of highly skilled and knowledgeable human resources implements projects. In order to guarantee the effective execution of project operations, the organization needs to act quickly, conduct frequent monitoring, and exchange experiences. Its goal is to guarantee that young people receive assistance in developing their digital abilities.

LEGAL STATUS

Registered as nonprofit organization under the service of social and cultural affairs

Registration Number: 1425/G.37/084/VOL, I/SASC

INTRODUCTION

The need for the Educating Youths On Digital Sustainability With Emphasis On The Girl Child-Cohort Six(6) project stems from the fact that traditional teaching techniques are gradually being replaced by digital learning. Given how quickly classrooms are changing, it is advisable to set aside teaching and learning strategies that one may recall from their time in school and investigate more contemporary techniques that make use of digital learning tools and technologies. Digital learning can be implemented in the classroom in a number of ways, such as using tablets in place of paper or replacing simple pens with sophisticated software and tools. With the use of digital learning and technology, youth can acquire effective self-directed learning skills.

They are able to recognize the knowledge they still need, locate and utilize internet resources, apply that knowledge to the issue at hand, and even assess the input they get. As a result, their output and efficiency both increase. In addition to being captivated by digital learning and technology, young people also acquire critical thinking abilities, which are crucial for the development of analytical reasoning.

OBJECTIVES OF THIS TRAINING COURSE

  • Develop the skills and confidence of educators in the appropriate and effective use of digital technology to support learning and teaching.
  • Improve access to digital technology for all learners
  •  Ensure that digital technology is a central consideration in all areas of curriculum and assessment delivery.
  • Empower youths especially the girl child on change to drive innovation and investment in digital technology for learning and teaching.
  • Building Digital Entrepreneurs that will shape the world of Technology in Africa.

PROJECT GOAL

By the end of Educating Youths On Digital Sustainability With Emphasis On The Girl Child- Cohort Six(6) , we must have empowered at least 1050 young people, with a particular emphasis on girls in Buea, Cameroon. These youths will either create work opportunities for themselves by developing their digital and computer abilities, or they will be given opportunities to find employment as skilled citizens.

MISSION OF THE EDUCATING YOUTHS ON DIGITAL SUSTAINABILITY WITH EMPHASIS ON THE GIRL CHILD- COHORT 6

To help create the basic necessities and priorities of our community especially the youths and empower them towards building a digital world and a self-reliance 

VISION OF THE EDUCATING YOUTHS ON DIGITAL SUSTAINABILITY WITH EMPHASIS ON THE GIRL CHILD- COHORT 6

To empower the youth especially the girl child with the knowledge and skills needed to become digital sustainability champions, shaping a future where technology is harnessed for positive global impact, innovation, and self-reliance.

PROJECT SUMMARY

The major goal of the project is to provide young people, particularly females, with the essential digital skills they need to thrive and positively impact today’s fast changing world. The initiative aims to provide young people from underprivileged backgrounds with the necessary skills and resources to enter the workforce or start their own digital businesses by tackling the difficulties associated with the digital divide.

Through this initiative, we hope to address the issue of how limited access to digital learning and employment prospects disproportionately affects young people without work in crisis-prone locations. The primary objective of Buea City’s capacity building effort is to reduce unemployment by providing in-depth teaching in digital sustainability to at least 1050 teenagers, with a concentration on girls.

PROBLEM STATEMENT

In this era of rapid technological advancement, digital learning is rapidly displacing traditional teaching methods. However, this shift is not keeping up with the changing requirements of our youth, especially those affected by the ongoing issues in Cameroon’s Anglophone regions. Many youths, particularly females, have lost their familiar environments, and substantial obstacles stand in the way of their ability to pursue excellent educational and employment opportunities. Furthermore, the high rate of unemployment among young people can be attributed to their lack of IT skills, which are highly valued in today’s job market.

The disparity in technical skills and digital literacy further marginalizes youth, especially girls, and reduces their ability to contribute to economic development and secure sustainable livelihoods. In order to empower adolescents, particularly females, and provide them with the fundamental digital skills and information they need for sustainable futures, it is imperative that this issue be addressed.

RATIONALE OF THE PROJECT

This project aims to empower Buea’s youth, male and female, with or without computer education, especially those who have relocated from war-torn areas. We started this project in response to a pressing need we observed in our community. A large number of youth are facing challenges relating to e-learning and job-related issues as a result of the persistent Anglophone issues. By addressing these issues, our effort makes use of secondary sources to guarantee that it is pertinent at the local and national levels. Our goal is to improve these young people’s chances in the face of adversity by providing them with the digital skills they need to navigate the modern world.

PROPOSED PROGRAM

The primary objective of the initiative is raising the educational standards for young people in the direction of digital sustainability. The project’s particular objective is to engage Buea’s children in the advocacy of youth digital education and support. to enhance the quality of life of youth by incorporating digital development into the primary tasks that need to be accomplished.

ACTIVITIES OF THE PROJECT

The program will be based on web development (word press), social media management, Graphic design, and General Computer. These activities are meant for Educating Youths On Digital Sustainability With Emphasis On The Girl Child- Cohort Six(6) .

I. GENERAL COMPUTER

Description

In today’s digital world, general computer literacy is crucial for young people because it gives them the foundational skills they need to succeed in a variety of industries and navigate modern life. It includes knowing the fundamentals of both hardware and software, which are essential for entertainment, education, and communication. Computer proficiency fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for troubleshooting and analyzing digital tools, enhancing professional preparation across a variety of industries.

Additionally, it encourages responsible digital citizenship by disseminating information on data privacy, internet safety, and moral technology use. In the end, computer literacy gives young people the ability to invent, create, and express themselves online, opening doors to prospects for both professional and personal development in a culture that is heavily reliant on technology.

Objectives of the course

  • Students will attain a foundational understanding of how computers work, including knowledge of hardware components (like CPU, RAM, storage devices) and software applications (such as operating systems, word processors, and web browsers).
  • Students will develop practical digital skills that are essential in both academic and professional settings.
  • Students will learn to cultivate awareness and competence in navigating the digital landscape safely and responsibly

Course outline

  • Introduction to computer
  • Microsoft Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel
  • Final Project

II. GRAPHICS DESIGNING COURSE

Description

It is the ability to effectively combine text and images in books, periodicals, ads, and other written works. It may also be described as an art form or a profession whose work involves projecting visual communication with the goal of achieving particular goals and messages to particular social groups.

Objective of the course

  • Students will be able to do Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
  • Students will be able to do branding, artistic drawing, signage, images and so on.
  • They will able to communicate and interpret visual messages

Course outline

  • Introduction
  • Image Size and Resolution
  • The Toolbox, Tool Options Bar and History Palette
  • The Layers Palette, Saving Files, and File Formats
  • Using and Understanding Color in Photoshop
  • Making Selections
  • Using Type
  • Final Project

III. SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT (SMM)

Course Description

In today’s corporate community, social media management is a modern and hot topic. Despite being very relevant, many people underestimate this aspect of online business marketing because of their misconceptions. This course will develop social media managers who can take the lead in managing a company’s social media presence and hold a highly valuable position in any organization.

Although there are no prerequisites for this course, it is best suited for students who have a solid foundation in language. It is important to remember that SMM affects many other fields, including the arts, social sciences, management sciences, and science itself.

Course Objectives

  • Broadly, this course seeks to provide students with an understanding of social media products.
  • It seeks to examine policies, aims and ideas behind the models of the virtual Street (the Internet).
  • To enable students, understand the relationship between Managing Platforms on the virtual Street, Time and a wide range of stakeholders (the public and society at large).
  • To help students develop critical skills and competencies concerning SMM.

Course outline

Introduction

  • Social Media; The virtual on the street
  • Navigating the social jungle
  • Implementation guide
  • Job description

Manager reputation gatekeeper

  • Introduction and theoretical background
  • New institutional theory and social media managing
  • Roles of the manager
  • Competencies needed
  • Tools and software types

Responsibilities

  • Social media responsibility
  • Public relations and corporate social responsibility

Personal grooming

  • Where to post
  • The need for further research
  • Final Project

IV. Web development (Word Press)

We are aware that some young people are drawn to web development but are not proficient coders. This group of young people will get access to a unique web development training curriculum called Word Press Web development, which requires little to no coding knowledge.

COURSE DURATION

1 month that is 4 weeks.

This calendar applies to the rest of the weeks that the training will take place.

DaysCourse/ Time/ Location
SundayAll four courses/ From 2:00pm to 5:00pm Location: Buea

LONG TERM IMPACT OF THE EDUCATING YOUTHS ON DIGITAL SUSTAINABILITY WITH EMPHASIS ON THE GIRL CHILD- COHORT 6

Through the provision of complete digital skills, this initiative will enable marginalized and jobless adolescents to become self-sufficient persons capable of securing gainful employment as well as promoting economic success, innovation, and sustainable livelihoods in their communities.

SUSTAINABILITY PLAN OF THE EDUCATING YOUTHS ON DIGITAL SUSTAINABILITY WITH EMPHASIS ON THE GIRL CHILD- COHORT 6

1. Beneficiary Involvement and Practice:

  • Beneficiaries will actively participate in project design, fostering a sense of ownership and practical application of the knowledge acquired during training.

2. Professional Internship Opportunities:

  • Exceptional trainees will be offered professional internships to gain hands-on experience in the digital economy, keeping them engaged and enhancing their skills.

3. Continuous Follow-Up and Group Assignments:

  • Youth will be organized into groups with ongoing assignments to ensure they remain actively engaged. This helps them apply their skills and knowledge effectively.

4. Long-Term Project Continuation:

  • The project will run every semester for the foreseeable future, ensuring consistent support for the community. Our goal is to reach a minimum of 10,000 youths especially girls in Buea over the next five years, with plans to expand our reach each semester.

5. Strategic Partnerships:

GoGreen Technologies will establish partnerships with local companies, enterprises, organizations, and related entities. These partnerships will serve to:

  • Extend training opportunities beyond the project’s scope, enabling beneficiaries to continue their learning in professional settings.
  • Promote a seamless transition from education to employment or entrepreneurship.
  • Enhance the exposure of youths to the professional world, broadening their horizons and opening doors for future opportunities.

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