Proposals from February 9, 2013
Canada: Technology is Cool – DIY Workshops for Girls
The hands-on workshop provides a free workshop only for teenage girls so they can learn that technology is cool. The technology workshop will integrate fashion and DIY hardware ie. LED lighting, Andrino and other computer technologies. The attendees will learn first hand that technology is fun and has future job opportunities In addition the attendees will blog their experience on a WordPress site, Facebook page and a Youtube Channel
Kenya: UTeens Voice
UTeens Voice (undeserved Teens Voice) empowers teenagers in eastern Nairobi slums to communicate their ideas, exhibit their potential and take action in their slums using social media platforms. For them to engage in media production; to share their perspectives on social issues that matter most to them and leverage the power of their voice. The project provides them with tools and training on how to create, use blogs and digital arts.
