ImpactHER, in collaboration with the African Union International Centre for Girls and Women’s Education in Africa (AU/CIEFFA), is thrilled to announce the call for applications for the second cohort of the Online Youth Capacity Building Training Program (OYCBT).
The programme is geared at equipping African women and girls with essential digital skills, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship acumen.
After the resounding success of the pilot, which saw the empowerment of 495 participants, ImpactHER and AU/CIEFFA are set to launch the second cohort of the pilot phase.
The training, scheduled to commence in August, will culminate in December, with each batch receiving training over a duration of one month.
This immersive program offers modules in digital literacy, financial management, and entrepreneurship, and is designed to bridge the gender gap in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Founder of ImpactHER, Efe Ukala, said: “This programme is a tapestry of knowledge and empowerment, woven to uplift the spirits and skills of African women and girls.
‘’Through this canvas, they will paint their paths to prosperity and etch indelible marks on the African landscape.”
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According to Mrs. Simone Yankey, the Acting. Coordinator of AU/CIEFFA “As we navigate these unprecedented times, it is crucial that we equip our youth with the digital skills and literacy they need to adapt, excel, and contribute to the rapidly changing world. This training program is a direct response to these pressing needs, aiming to bridge the gender gap in STEAM, digital literacy, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship”.
Prospective participants are encouraged to apply and participate in this transformational journey. The program welcomes applications from African women and girls keen on acquiring new skills, bolstering their knowledge, and making a mark in the digital and entrepreneurial landscape.
Application guidelines are available on CIEFFA:BarbaraS@africa-union.