Project Report: YoDiP – Youth Digital Income and Perspective

Project YoDiP (Youth Digital Income and Perspective) is a collaborative initiative undertaken by Cagintua e.V., a Germany-based non-profit organization, in partnership with RWOSH (Rural Women Stronghold Helpers Foundation), a non-governmental organization based in Ibadan, Nigeria. The project aimed to empower young women and men by providing them with digital skills, particularly in web development and user interface (UI) design, with the ultimate goal of creating income opportunities and fostering a positive perspective for their futures.

Youth unemployment remains a pressing global challenge, particularly in developing regions like Nigeria. The YoDiP project sought to address this issue by equipping young individuals, especially women, with market-relevant digital skills. Through a combination of training and practical experience, the project aimed to empower them to harness digital technology for economic self-sufficiency.

The primary objectives of Project YoDiP included:

• Empowering young women and men with digital skills in web development and UI design.
• Fostering a positive perspective among the trainees by providing them with the means to earn income.
• Bridging the digital skills gap in the local job market.

Training Curriculum

• The comprehensive training curriculum covered the following key areas:
• HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and popular web development frameworks.
• User interface (UI) design principles and tools.
• Coding best practices and project management.
• Soft skills training to enhance communication and teamwork.

Cagintua e.V. and RWOSH are committed to the sustainability of Project YoDiP:

• Expanding the project to reach more youth in Nigeria and other regions.
• Continuously updating the curriculum to align with evolving industry trends.
• Exploring opportunities for funding and partnerships to support the project’s growth.

Conclusion

Project YoDiP successfully empowered young women and men in Ibadan, Nigeria, by equipping them with essential digital skills, enabling them to earn income, and fostering a positive outlook on their future prospects. The collaboration between Cagintua e.V. and RWOSH demonstrated the potential of such initiatives to address youth unemployment challenges and contribute to skill development in underserved communities. The lessons learned will inform future efforts to scale and replicate similar projects, ultimately making a positive impact on the lives of young people worldwide