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Volunteer Mentor – Girls Coding & Digital Skills Clubs (Ghana)
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About IT For Youth Ghana
IT For Youth Ghana is a nonprofit organization committed to bridging the digital gender gap by empowering girls and young people with coding, digital literacy, and entrepreneurial skills. Through our Girls Coding & Digital Skills Clubs, we are creating pathways into STEM education, freelancing, and entrepreneurship for underserved communities across Ghana.
Role Description
We are seeking passionate female university students, graduates, or professionals to serve as volunteer trainers and mentors in our Girls Coding & Digital Skills Clubs. Volunteers will:
- Facilitate training sessions in coding, robotics, or digital literacy.
- Mentor girls (ages 9–18) on STEM careers, freelancing, and entrepreneurship.
- Support teachers and schools to sustain digital clubs.
- Inspire girls to become innovators, problem-solvers, and technology leaders.
Time Commitment
- Flexible, with a recommended 4–6 hours per week.
- Roles available in person (at schools across Ghana) and virtually (for mentorship and online workshops).
Requirements
- Female university students, graduates, or professionals in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.
- Strong interest in mentoring and empowering young girls.
- Teaching or facilitation experience is a plus, but not required.
- Ability to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering.
Benefits
- Gain valuable leadership and teaching experience.
- Receive a Certificate of Recognition from IT For Youth Ghana.
- Build your professional network with peers, tech mentors, and international partners.
- Make a lasting impact by helping over 1,000 girls develop critical digital and STEM skills.
Location
- Ghana (Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, Cape Coast, and other regions).
- Some opportunities for remote mentorship are available.
How to Apply
Join us in closing the digital gender gap and shaping the next generation of women in technology. Apply through Idealist or contact us directly at info@itforyouthghana.org or WhatsApp +233 596244834.
Be part of a movement that equips girls to code, innovate, and thrive in the digital age.
Ubicación
IT FOR YOUTH GHANA
L539 GECKO STREET
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This volunteer opportunity spans across multiple regions in Ghana. Volunteers should be open to traveling to various locations, with support provided for accommodations and transportation. Training materials, logistical guidance, and a thorough orientation will be provided to ensure volunteers are well-prepared and can maximize their impact. This is an opportunity to not only teach but also engage in a rewarding cultural exchange, contributing directly to the future of tech for girls in Ghana.
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