Youth Digital Empowerment Initiative
Funding Level: $80000 | Deadline: May 31, 2025
Approved Days Remaining: 41Program Details
Description
This initiative funds programs aimed at bridging the digital divide by providing essential digital literacy skills and access to technology for youth in underserved communities. It focuses on equipping young people (ages 12-18) with the knowledge and tools needed for education, employment, and active participation in the digital world. The program supports projects that establish tech hubs, provide training, and offer mentorship.
Funding Details
- Funding Level: $80000.00
- Duration: 730 days
- Status: Approved
Timeline
- Application Deadline: May 31, 2025, 00:00
- Publication Status: Published On: April 13, 2025
- Applications: 0
Eligibility Criteria
Registered charities, non-profits, or educational institutions with a minimum of 2 years of operation and experience working with youth. Demonstrated capacity to deliver educational or skills-based programs. Projects must operate within designated underserved areas in the UK or selected countries in Africa. Submission of the latest annual report and financial statements. Clear budget outlining proposed use of funds. Demonstrated ability to manage grant funds responsibly.
Expected Output
Establishment or enhancement of community tech hubs, enrollment of youth in digital literacy training programs, provision of access to computers and internet. Measurable improvement in digital literacy skills, increased confidence and competence in using technology, enhanced educational outcomes and/or employability prospects, strengthened community capacity to support digital inclusion.
Program Categories
| Name | Description | Target | Weight | Difficulty | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Develop Core Digital Skills | To equip participants with fundamental digital literacy skills, including computer basics, internet navigation, online safety, and basic productivity software use. | 75% of participants demonstrate proficiency in core skills | High | Hard | |
| Enhance Educational/Career Pathways | To connect digital skills training with educational advancement and potential career opportunities, including basic coding or digital content creation where … | 25% of participants utilize skills for further education or income generation activities | High | Hard | |
| Foster Digital Citizenship | To educate youth on responsible and safe online behavior, critical consumption of digital information, and ethical use of technology. | 100% of participants receive training on digital citizenship | Average | Medium | |
| Increase Digital Access | To provide reliable access to digital tools (computers, internet) for youth in targeted underserved communities. | 3,000 youth gain regular access | Critical | Hard |
| Name | Category | Weight | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organizational Fit | Eligibility | Critical | |
| Program Design & Methodology | Technical | High | |
| Outcomes Measurement Plan | Impact | Average | |
| Budget Justification & Value | Financial | Average | |
| Community Integration & Longevity | Sustainability | Fair | |
| Staff/Volunteer Expertise | Capacity Building | Average |
Program Information
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Days remaining: 41
May 31, 2025, 00:00
Applications
No applications have been submitted for this program yet.