Tech-Up Girls Initiative
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Tech-Up Girls is a digital skills training program by Techy Train Incubator, designed to equip African women with practical, high-demand digital skills. This program focuses on empowering women with the knowledge and tools they need to secure decent jobs, build sustainable businesses, and participate in the digital economy.
The training is specifically tailored for women who want to learn and master everyday digital skills that are market-relevant and income-generating, ensuring quick entry into remote work opportunities or entrepreneurial ventures.
African women face significant barriers to economic empowerment, including limited access to skills training and employment opportunities.
Program Features
Focused, Practical Training
The program emphasizes everyday, in-demand digital skills, which can be learned within 3–6 months and applied immediately in the job market.
Participants gain expertise in:
- Social Media Management: Learn to plan, execute, and analyze campaigns for businesses.
- Customer Care Excellence: Master customer support skills to excel in remote or in-person roles.
- Virtual Assistance: Develop administrative and organizational skills to support businesses remotely.
- Website Design: Create functional and visually appealing websites using no-code or low-code tools.
- Mobile Videography: Produce engaging video content for personal or business purposes.
- Thought Leadership: Build personal brands and establish authority in chosen industries.
Flexibility and Accessibility
- Online Delivery: Training sessions are conducted online, allowing participants to join from anywhere in Africa.
- Self-Paced Learning: Modules are designed to accommodate women’s schedules, ensuring they can balance training with other responsibilities.
Focused, Practical Training
Participants receive training in essential soft skills such as:
- Professional communication.
- Time management.
- Remote work best practices.
These skills prepare women to excel in the global job market, ensuring they are not just technically equipped but also professionally ready.
Global Opportunities Through Hire Emmie
Graduates of the Tech-Up Girls program are connected to Hire Emmie, TTI’s talent outsourcing platform. This ensures that participants are not only trained but also gain access to remote work opportunities with vetted employers globally.
Why Tech-Up Girls?
Providing Affordable Training
High-quality, low-cost training ensures inclusivity and accessibility for women from all walks of life.
Focusing on Immediate Outcomes
By teaching practical, high-demand skills, participants can quickly transition into jobs or entrepreneurship.
Creating Pathways for Independence
The program helps women achieve financial independence, contributing to their families and communities.
Program Outcomes
Participants of the Tech-Up Girls program will:
- Gain practical skills that are directly applicable to remote work and freelance opportunities.
- Build confidence in their abilities to navigate and succeed in the digital economy.
- Access a supportive network of mentors, peers, and employers.
- Be empowered to create or secure sustainable income streams, improving their quality of life.
