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📢 Dear Community! We are pleased to announce the essay contest within the "Development of the Digiuth Online Learning Platform with Experience of V4 Countries" project funded by the International Visegrad Fund. This #essay contest is open to interested individuals from Azerbaijan and #Visegrad countries (Czech Republic, Hungary, #Poland 🇵🇱 , and Slovakia). Participants are encouraged to submit their essays in #article, blog, or research paper format, focusing on various trend topics of the 21st century, such as: 📲 digital connectivity, 🎗 mental health, 🌿 climate change, green economy, 🤖 artificial intelligence, education and innovation, 👨💼 👩💼 youth entrepreneurship in tech, and global citizenship, and other relevant subjects. It presents a valuable opportunity for individuals to contribute to significant discussions while enhancing their writing and research skills and fostering personal development. Each participant is allowed to submit only one entry, and co-authored essays will not be accepted. Essays must be written in English and should be unpublished prior to submission. A panel of experts representing both Erasmus Student Network Azerbaijan and partner organizations will review all submissions and select three essays to be honored with a financial reward. The first-place winner will receive 300 EUR, and the second and third-place winners will be awarded 200 EUR and 150 EUR in monetary prizes, respectively. Furthermore, we will select the top 10 blogs to be published on the Digiuth online learning platform, providing access to a broader audience to benefit from the content. Evaluation of the essays will be based on the quality of composition, originality, structure organization, grammar, coherence, informative accuracy, and presenting your ideas and perspectives in a captivating and articulate manner. The authors of these chosen essays will not only receive recognition but will also have the opportunity to share their valuable insights with a broader audience through publication on the Digiuth online learning platform. Please note that the deadline for submissions is 29th February 2024. Here is the application form: https://bit.ly/481jgmU - For any questions, please get in touch with us at digiuth@esn.az.

Title: Navigating the Future of Work: Seizing Opportunities with Digiuth In today's rapidly evolving world, the landscape of work is undergoing a profound transformation. The rise of the knowledge-based economy and the advent of digital technologies have reshaped not only what we do but also how and where we do it. In light of these changes, it's essential for forward-thinking youths to equip themselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the future of work. Embracing Change with Digiuth Digiuth, an innovative online learning platform, is paving the way for young people to navigate this shifting paradigm with confidence. Developed within the framework of the project "Digital transformation in the youth sector - the experience of the Visegrad countries," Digiuth offers a diverse range of courses curated by young professionals across various fields including social work, technology, business, education, and creativity. Unlocking Potential through Digital Learning By engaging with Digiuth's online courses, youths can: Discover and Develop Skills: Digiuth provides a platform for youths to explore and cultivate their interests in diverse areas such as social work, technology, business, and more. Through interactive and engaging courses developed by experienced professionals, participants can enhance their skill sets and stay ahead in an ever-changing job market. Adapt to the Future of Work: With the second stage of the project underway, Digiuth is expanding its offerings with 8 more online courses. These new additions will equip youths with the latest insights and tools necessary to thrive in the digital age, preparing them for the jobs of tomorrow. Access Opportunities for Growth: The project's collaboration with experienced organizations from the Visegrad countries ensures that participants gain access to high-quality learning resources and expertise. Moreover, Digiuth's partnership with the "Visegrad Grants" of the International Visegrad Fund provides financial support, making these valuable learning opportunities accessible to youths in Azerbaijan. Seize the Future Today In conclusion, Digiuth represents more than just an online learning platform—it's a gateway to the future of work for ambitious youths. By taking advantage of the opportunities provided by Digiuth, young people can embrace change, develop essential skills, and position themselves for success in the dynamic world of tomorrow. Don't just adapt to the future—embrace it with Digiuth. #sustainability #sustainable #sustainablebusinessstrategies #innovation #leadership

We're excited to announce the launch of the Youth Empowerment through ICT Skills Development (YEiSD) project in Uganda! YEiSD is here to transform the lives of young Ugandans by teaching them essential ICT skills. Imagine a future where our youth are coding, creating mobile applications & websites, analyzing data, and launching their own tech startups! But we can't do it alone. We need your support! Whether you're a potential partner, a tech enthusiast, or someone who believes in the power of education, there's a place for you in this journey. Why should you care? - Empower Youth: Help us train over 20,000 young minds and prepare them for the digital world. - Boost Employment: Together, we can reduce youth unemployment and create job opportunities. - Foster Innovation: Support the next generation of tech entrepreneurs and innovators. Ready to make a difference? Join us, share this post, and spread the word about YEiSD. Let's empower, innovate, and thrive together! #YouthEmpowerment #ICTSkills #Uganda #TechForGood #YEiSD Contact Us:  📧 info@yeisd.org   📞 +256-780-307634   🌐 www.yeisd.org Let’s change the world, one young mind at a time!

We're excited to announce the launch of the Youth Empowerment through ICT Skills Development (YEiSD) project in Uganda! YEiSD is here to transform the lives of young Ugandans by teaching them essential ICT skills. Imagine a future where our youth are coding, creating mobile applications & websites, analyzing data, and launching their own tech startups! But we can't do it alone. We need your support! Whether you're a potential partner, a tech enthusiast, or someone who believes in the power of education, there's a place for you in this journey. Why should you care? - Empower Youth: Help us train over 20,000 young minds and prepare them for the digital world. - Boost Employment: Together, we can reduce youth unemployment and create job opportunities. - Foster Innovation: Support the next generation of tech entrepreneurs and innovators. Ready to make a difference? Join us, share this post, and spread the word about YEiSD. Let's empower, innovate, and thrive together! Visit our website www.yeisd.org to learn more about what we do. #YouthEmpowerment #ICTSkills #Uganda #TechForGood #YEiSD Contact Us:  📧 info@yeisd.org   📞 +256-780-307634  Let’s change the world, one young mind at a time!

Osita Oparaugo, Esq.: GetBundi Education Technology Will Empower African Youths With Digital Skills Osita Oparaugo,  Founder and Chief Executive Officer, GetBundi, an Educational Technology Company dedicated to #STEM and Digital Skills learning, in this interview discussed his role in addressing Africa’s youth unemployment by empowering African youths to lead and commercialize innovation. Excerpts:   Can you tell us about your background?  I am a lawyer by profession. I studied law at The University of Buckingham United Kingdom and subsequently called to the Nigerian bar. I have been in the tech space since 2014 from Footprint to Africa (media and Investments Company) to Ogelle, Africa’s first user generated video sharing platform and now GetBundi Education Technology for STEM and Digital Skills.  What motivated and inspired you to establish GetBundi? Working across Africa as a commercial lawyer supporting foreign direct investment, I noticed the many challenges facing Africa including high unemployment rate among the youths, and at each time I analysed the problems, the answer brings me back to one solution, creating platform for the youths, to understand and appreciate science technology and innovation (STI) studies. An edtech platform that will help the youths acquire and commercialize digital skills. Acquiring digital skills is crucial for African youths today as it opens opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and global connectivity in an increasingly digital world. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/dGrUgaeH #STI #STEM #digitalskills #csr #getbundi #OsitaOparaugo

**INTERNATIONAL EDUCATORS SUMMIT 2024: Reimagining Education for the Future We Seek** I had the privilege of participating in the inaugural International Educators Summit (IES 2024) held in Accra, Ghana from July 5th to 7th. This groundbreaking event, organized by Ghana ASCD, brought together educators from around the world to engage in meaningful dialogue about the challenges facing education today and to explore innovative frontiers in educational technology, particularly in the context of Generative AI. **Key Takeaways from Today's Sessions:** 1. **Meta-Strategic Thinking**: As educators, our role extends beyond imparting knowledge. We must empower students to think meta-strategically—equipping them with the skills to analyze, adapt, and thrive in an ever-evolving world. 2. **Embracing Productive Struggle**: Rather than shielding students from challenges, we should emphasize that productive struggle is essential for growth. It is through overcoming obstacles that true learning occurs. 3. **Education with Purpose**: Beyond mere knowledge acquisition, we need an education system that actively addresses socio-economic issues. Our goal should be to equip students with the tools to create positive change in their communities and beyond. The IES 2024 has ignited a collective commitment to reimagining education—a shared vision that transcends borders and empowers us to shape a brighter future for Africa and the world. #IES2024 #GhanaASCD #LotusEducationalCentre

📣 ALFOMBRA ROJA AB just started a new EU project!! 📅 And save the date because we launch an online seminar on Gamification on 23 February. W-RISE – "Women on the RISE: #Upskilling #Ukrainian #Refugees #women through sustainable and digital #entrepreneurship learning pathways" is an international project involving institutions from Italy, Poland, Spain, Lithuania, Sweden, and Germany, co-financed by Erasmus+ Programme: KA220-ADU - Cooperation partnerships in adult education. The partnership's objective is to generate substantial impact by increasing awareness of innovative and sustainable entrepreneurship, with a specific focus on Ukrainian refugee women and those encountering fragility. W-Rise aims to equip them with the essential skills and opportunities needed to establish and oversee green and digital businesses. We aim to achieve this goal through the implementation of innovative methods such as gamification. To facilitate this, we have arranged a seminar on the topic, welcoming adult educators, teachers, and anyone else who may be interested to participate. To participate, please fill the form: https://lnkd.in/dzipfgnB #europeanprojects #erasmus+ ALFOMBRA ROJA AB Fundación Empresa Universidad de Alicante (FUNDEUN) Kaunas University of Technology @educationaltrip @netinaction Alanus Hochschule für Kunst und Gesellschaft

Hello, I'm Trần Anh - Founder and representative of WTF - Vietnamese Students Community in Finland. I would like to update you on the official community group of WTF as follows: At 13:13 (Vietnam time) or 9:13 (Finland time), the community management received a direct notification from Facebook - warning about the content of a post in the community violating general standards regarding intellectual property of a trademark. Facebook notified the violation by deleting this post in the WTF community group. However, after this information was continuously sent to the email of the management team, the main WTF community group was completely deleted. The WTF management team also couldn't access the warning issue for processing. We sincerely apologize for this unfortunate incident that has disrupted activities in the WTF community. We will try to find a solution to restore the main WTF community group. Regarding the cause of this incident, we will investigate and provide updates as soon as possible. However, our WTF Management Team will maintain an attitude of handling the situation and promptly finding solutions. Any proposals regarding the reasons for this incident will be beyond the responsibility of the Management Team members. To address the disruption of community activities, we announce the establishment of a new community group at this address: [Link to new Facebook group]. In addition, other groups and pages within the WTF community ecosystem are still operating normally. We hope to receive assistance from everyone in sharing this information with friends and family to avoid potential risks due to the disruption of activities. Currently, WTF has the following group and page systems: - WTF - Main group https://lnkd.in/dEyX4PHa WTF - Market Place (Chợ) https://lnkd.in/dVEkkp2W - WTF - Education Hub https://lnkd.in/dvP29U4j - WTF - Business Hub https://lnkd.in/gcFSfgap - WTF - Alumni https://lnkd.in/d7txN6Aj - WTF Networking Hub https://lnkd.in/dPxzc5V8 - Welcome to Finland Community https://lnkd.in/dec-6Bb8 - Youtube channel https://lnkd.in/ddv32Xp9 In addition to the listed channels, please alert the Management Team to any cases of impersonating the WTF community. We sincerely thank the support and companionship of WTF members. Let's make WTF great again! Founder Anh Tran. #MakeWTFGreatAgaine

Empowering Nigeria's Youth: 100 Digital Pathways to Sustainable Development As we mark International Youth Day 2024, Centre for Inclusive Development Research and Analytics (CINDRAN) is proud to announce a milestone in our mission to drive sustainable development through Spark9ja, our youth empowerment initiative. We've awarded 100 tech scholarships, aligning perfectly with this year's theme: 'From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development.' The Impact: 100 young Nigerians equipped with cutting-edge digital skills Focus on AI, data science, and emerging technologies Direct contribution to SDG targets through digital innovation Why It Matters: Digital technologies and data contribute to 70% of the 169 SDG targets. By empowering our youth with these skills, we're not just preparing them for future jobs – we're investing in Nigeria's sustainable future. Looking Ahead: As we approach the 2030 deadline for the SDGs, the role of digitally-skilled youth becomes ever more crucial. Spark9ja is committed to bridging the digital divide and ensuring Nigerian youth are at the forefront of this digital revolution. Join us in celebrating these 100 scholars and the countless more to come. Together, we're turning clicks into progress, one scholarship at a time. #cindranimpact #IYD2024 #Spark9ja #DigitalSkills #SustainableDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment

🌍 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐈 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟏𝟓% 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧? 💡 This question concluded the RECI Education Forum 2024, with Paeradigms and 60 participants from nearly 20 countries, including Nepal, Haiti, Uganda, Moldova, Benín, Albania, and Switzerland. The forum focused on educational gaps challenging Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4). Participants were asked: "What can you do tomorrow morning, very concretely, assuming each of us has a 15% chance of having an impact?", inspiring these responses: • 🌍 Introduce mother tongue education to preserve cultural and language diversity. • ✨ Follow Gandhi's advice to "be the change," starting with changing personal attitudes and patriarchal frameworks. • 🌐 Network more to leverage the strengths and advantages of others. • ♿ Make training and events accessible to diverse rights holders. • 📢 Engage in continuous advocacy for sustainable educational funding. 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 🌟 A particularly interesting aspect of the forum was the use of the "open space" methodology to manage the event. "Open Space" lets participants create and manage the agenda themselves, taking ownership and collaborating for solutions. This approach has potential as a tool that could support the solutions discussed today, supporting the shift in educational structures and frameworks (such as flexible pathways) that were discussed in the forum. 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 🙌 Paeradigms Project Manager Jéssica Jossias, who joined the forum from Mozambique, was enthusiastic. She remarked, "It gives participants the chance to raise relevant topics, ensuring inclusivity and diversity. It removes pressure and validates all contributions. It’s straight to the point and improves timekeeping and knowledge sharing." 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 📚 The RECI Education Forum 2024 showcased the potential of the open space methodology to transform events and support shifts in educational structures. Carol Switzer Beatrice Schulter Nadine Bernasconi Pétermann #RECIForum2024 #OpenSpaceMethodology #Education #SustainableDevelopment #Paeradigms #InnovationInEducation #GlobalLearning #SDG4