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Solution Overview

Solution Name:

underprivileged children code theirfutur

One-line solution summary:

Help underprivileged children code their future in Uganda East Africa

Pitch your solution.

This innovative project teaches underprivileged children in Argentina (53% of children live under poverty line) about coding and programming so they can create their own future. It provides them with the tools to operate at the speed of digital, to innovate, and to ignite social change. It does not just close the digital gap, but it empowers them to create a whole new reality for those currently marginalized. An equal whole world of creativity will be unleashed.

What specific problem are you solving?

Uganda is on the brink of yet another financial crisis. Many children grow up in poorly maintained neighborhoods facing issues like discrimination, gender inequality and (domestic) violence. Drugs criminality is on the rise and children are the first ones to suffer from it. The digital gap is a more specific problem that needs to be taken seriously. Since technology is developing at an amazing speed those 'disconnected' will increasingly fall behind increasing the power inequity in the world.

What is your solution?

The project does not 'just' bridge the digital gap. Children only deserve the best. So we have teamed up with the bright minds of Harvard's Digital Literacy Project. Last year they have traveled from the Kampala City to train our trainers (read their blog in 'resources'). Together we will give children the understanding of tools to grasp the accelerating nature of technology. And we teach them life skills to make them strong, empowered social beings able to cope with their challenges.

Who does your solution serve, and in what ways will the solution impact their lives?

Many children grow up in poorly maintained neighborhoods facing issues like discrimination, gender inequality and (domestic) violence. Drugs criminality is on the rise and children are the first ones to suffer from it. Together we will give children the understanding of tools to grasp the accelerating nature of technology. And we teach them life skills to make them strong, empowered social beings able to cope with their challenges.

Which dimension of the Challenge does your solution most closely address?

Prevent the spread of misinformation and inspire individuals to protect themselves and their communities, including through information campaigns and behavioral nudges.

Explain how the problem you are addressing, the solution you have designed, and the population you are serving align with the Challenge.

Adding coding to the curriculum of children is innovative even in the developed world. We do expect an incredible impact by giving them this tool set. Coding is an international language that connects people from different backgrounds.

In what city, town, or region is your solution team headquartered?

Kampala, Uganda

What is your solution’s stage of development?

Concept: An idea being explored for its feasibility to build a product, service, or business model based on that idea.

Explain why you selected this stage of development for your solution.

Its has not taken three months development.

Who is the Team Lead for your solution?

Muliwabyo Justus