Ongoing
Young Tech Creators Bootcamp
A holiday technology bootcamp for young learners in Buea, teaching practical digital skills — computer basics, Microsoft Office, graphic design and website basics — alongside public speaking training.
Overview
The Young Tech Creators Bootcamp gives young learners the opportunity to spend their holiday developing useful, practical and creative technology skills in a beginner-friendly, hands-on environment. Depending on the selected training track, participants build skills in basic computer knowledge, Microsoft Office, graphic design and website/HTML basics, alongside public speaking training to build confidence presenting their ideas.
Objectives
- Introduce young learners (age 10–16) to practical, beginner-friendly technology skills.
- Build confidence using computers and creative digital tools.
- Develop public speaking and presentation confidence alongside technical skills.
Activities Carried Out
- Track 1: Basic Computer Knowledge + Office Suite (Computer Basics, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Track 2: Basic Computer Knowledge + Office Suite + Graphic Design & Website Basics (adds Canva and HTML/website basics).
- Public speaking training included in both tracks.
Outcomes & Impact
Participants complete the program with a Certificate of Completion and practical, hands-on experience across their selected track.
“Helping young people in Buea build foundational digital skills and confidence early, opening doors to future education, entrepreneurship and employment.”
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