#GirlsSlayCode: It’s Our Hour of Code
Out of the world’s 2.8 billion Internet users, only 1.3 billion are women. Women account for fewer than 20% of ICT specialists in developing economies and has been estimated that, by 2030, 90% of formal employment across all sectors will require ICT skills.
Girls Slay Code is a program is designed by Tech4her Africa in partnership with our resources partners MEST Africa, IBM & American Corner-CCHUB. We are passionate about increasing access of women and girls to technology tools, skills and mentoring leading to financial liberation.
Our MISSION is to increase the number of women in the digital space by empowering girls of ages 15 to 55 to become Innovators in STEM fields, Leaders in their communities, and Builders of their own futures through exposure to Computer Science and Technology.
Our Vision is To Train The Next 25,000 female tech leaders to watch in Africa zooming on Nigeria by 2025.
Let’s get started…
There’s a lot to learn when it comes to coding. How do you know where to start?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We have something for everyone, whether you’re new to coding, or a long time learner, explore the options below for #HourOfCode with #Tech4her.
In 1 hour and for 10days with a network of experts you will be able to master the basics of any programming language.
Registration closes August 30. You can apply from any country in Africa. You can only choose a maximum of 2 modules.
Themes for the Sessions: You can only choose a maximum of 2 modules.
Module 1: Low-Code Programming with Google’s Blockly for Beginners
Module 2: Build business apps with PHP & HTML
Module 3: Build android apps with Flutter
Module 4: Build Website From Scratch with HTML, JS & CSS
Module 5: Microsoft’s Data Science Course For Beginners
Module 6: Introduction To Artificial Intelligence
Who is it For: The training is open to every woman in different African countries. If you are outside Nigeria, You can choose the online class option.
- Senior School students (SS1-3)
- Undergraduates & Fresh graduates
- Females from 13-55 years of age.
You can choose how you’d like to experience the event:
- General session
- Executive Weekend session.
- Private coaching
Benefits To Attendees
- The academy is tuition-free, and 25 best participants will be selected.
- Coaching and mentoring from the experts.
- For each course you complete, you’ll earn a digital badge and a certificate from Tech4her Africa. And because the skills you’ll gain are respected by the digital industry, our esteemed industry partners are offering you exclusive rewards and opportunities for finishing our courses.
- Best student gets a laptop + 3G Data Subscription
- Runner up gets a Nike Digital Watch + 1G Data Subscription
Venue & Dates:
- September 1st-15th | 1hr Daily: Online.
- September 4th, 11th & 18th : Weekend
- Timing can be customized: Private
This training is tuition free, however registration package fees applies- includes a certificate and learning resources. Get to know more about us here: www.tech4herafrica.com