A Social Enterprise in Tech Skills

The Solution

Our solution is a social startup dedicated to empowering women and youth, in rural communities to pursue transformative careers in technology and achieve a better future. Recognising the scarcity of tech skills in these areas, we aim to make a positive impact by offering an immersive 6-month bootcamp program in tech skills focused on employability.

Through our innovative bootcamps, courses, and coding clubs in libraries or online sessions, participants acquire essential skills, setting them on a path to success in the tech industry. After taking the bootcamp, participants can connect skilled talent with job opportunities in the tech industry, helping them secure fulfilling and well-paid positions.

Participants get involved for free through a 6-month bootcamp programme throough an e[kearning platform asynchronus and synchronus led by experienced tech professionals, so we can cover various tech skills and provide participants with practical knowledge and develop their skills in:

For Youth boys and women in High Schcool, a series of workshops:

1. Introduction to Robotic

2. Mechanical Design

3. Electronics and Circuitry

4. Coding Fundamentals

For women a series of bootcamps

1. Data Science with Phyton

2. Data Analytics with Phyton

3. UX/UI with non-code tech skills

4. Mechatronic and Robotic Design

5. Web and App Development with Javascript

6. Microsoft Office with nin-code tech skills

Aditionally to the tech skills developed, the program emphasises the development of soft skills, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, which are essential for career success.

After finishing the bootcamp in tech skills, participants can be hired by IT companies. Hence, a participant start to pay only if she is employed.

But, How It Works?

For participants from the rural communities of Paraiso, Tabasco, who despite having the potential but lack of opportunities to boost their talent and improv their lives.

1. Bootcamp Program: Our participants engage in an immersive 6-month bootcamp program led by experienced tech professionals. The program is designed to be flexible, offering asynchronous and synchronous learning opportunities to accommodate diverse schedules and internet access in rural communities.

2. Comprehensive Tech Skills: Throughout the bootcamp, participants develop their tech skills in various areas, including Microsoft Office, digital marketing, UX/UI design, data science with Python, data analytics with Python, web and app development with JavaScript, and more.

3. Soft Skills Development: In addition to technical expertise, we place a strong emphasis on soft skills development. Participants learn essential skills like effective communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, preparing them for successful tech careers.

4. Mentorship: Each participant is paired with a mentor who is an established professional in the tech industry. These mentors provide guidance, support, and industry insights, helping participants navigate their tech careers and build valuable networks.

5. Job Placement: After completing the bootcamp and gaining practical tech skills, our program aims to connect participants with job opportunities in the tech industry. We assist in job placement, helping them secure fulfilling and well-paid positions that align with their newly acquired skills.

For enterprises in the region and remotely that need a pool of tech talent.

For enterprises in the region or remote areas, the initiative offers opportunities for engagement through their social corporate responsibility projects. These enterprises can fund the bootcamps, making the project self-sustainable in the long term. Additionally, the initiative provides consulting and training services to current employees of these enterprises to encourage innovation and upskill their workforce.

Impact:

1. Enhanced Employability: Participants graduate with practical tech skills, increasing their attractiveness to potential employers and improving their chances of securing meaningful employment.

2. Bridging the Gender Gap: By empowering women in rural communities with tech skills, we break down barriers and challenge stereotypes, encouraging more women to pursue rewarding careers in technology.

Scaling-Up The Model and Making it Self-Sufficient:

To ensure the sustainability and scalability of our impact, we envision the following expansion strategies:

1. Leadership Ambassadors: We will create a network of leadership ambassadors who advocate for our cause, build partnerships with local stakeholders, and mobilise resources for further program expansion.

2. Mentor Volunteers: To accommodate a growing number of participants, we will recruit mentor volunteers from various tech companies who are committed to supporting youth in rural communities.

3. Student Internships: Cultivating meaningful partnerships with academia, wherein students can actively engage as mentors for the participants, fostering a dynamic and enriching learning environment.

Conclusion:

Our social and ed-tech startup is dedicated to empowering youth, especially women, in rural communities with transformative tech skills. Through immersive bootcamps, comprehensive tech and soft skills training, mentorship, and job placement assistance, we aim to bridge the gender gap in tech and improve participants' employability. By scaling up our model through leadership ambassadors, mentor volunteers, and student internships, we can create a sustainable and scalable impact, transforming lives and creating a brighter future for rural communities.