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ABOUT TECH4GIRLS
Tech4Girls is a hands-on learning program that trains girls and women in digital skills, including ICT, coding, and AI, to support their career development. This initiative creates opportunities for African girls and women to immerse themselves in technology and acquire skills needed for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). They also receive training in soft skills such as entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and leadership.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Women trained in ICT drive innovation and become change-makers in their communities. They can break the chains of poverty, not just for themselves but for entire generations to come. We invite you to join us to shape the future not only of the African continent but of the world, by becoming a ‘Founding Donor’ of the Tech4Girls Academy. Book your spot on our donor wall to day!
TECH4GIRLS ACADEMY PROJECT
The HACSA Tech4Girls Academy will be a dedicated facility to accommodate and train scholars enrolled in the HACSA Tech4Girls Program. It will enable the HACSA Foundation to scale up the program and offer more women and girls the opportunity to acquire essential skills in technology, coding and artificial intelligence, which will enhance their career prospects and improve access to meaningful employment opportunities.
PROGRAM IMPACT
120
Enrolled
108
Hours
13
Regions Represented
100%
Girls and Women
120
Enrolled
340
Hours
13
Regions Represented
100%
Girls and Women
WHAT OUR SCHOLARS ARE SAYING
PORTIA AMA SARFOWAA
Tech4Girls Cohort 3
“My experience as a Tech4Girls scholar has transformed my life. The learning and mentorship provided by the T4G team have made me more confident and empowered to take on new challenges”
RACHEL BANITSI
Tech4Girls Cohort 3
“As a lawyer new to technology, I initially found tech concepts abstract, but our instructor was amazing and made them practical and engaging. Beyond the technical knowledge, I’ve also gained a strong network of friendships and support from fellow scholars.”
LAWRENCIA BAABA MENSAH
Tech4Girls Cohort 3
“Tech4Girls helped me understand leadership and enterprenurship. The mentorship and lectures have been more impactful than a whole semester elsewhere.”
Project Objectives
- A training centre for the Tech4Girls program
- An incubator and innovation lab for the Tech4Girls project phase
- A centre of innovation and training for young people in the community
- An office facility for developing HACSA’s programs and projects
- A meeting place for dialogue on innovation and tech
Project Facilities
- Computer labs: Equipped with computers, audiovisual equipment, and software for multimedia production, research and educational programming.
- Training Rooms: Dedicated spaces with training equipment, interactive display and multimedia resources for conducting educational workshops, seminars and skills development programs.
- Meeting Rooms: Private meeting spaces equipped with audiovisual technology and conference facilities for small group discussions, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative meetings.
- Media lab: Dedicated space equipped with devices and software for content creation, social media management,d content writing, supporting the HACSA’s communication and storytelling efforts.
- Library: A resource center housing a collection of books, periodicals, digital and multimedia materials related to African heritage, culture, history and contemporary issues, providing research and educational resources for visitors and scholars.
- Cafeteria: Dining area offering a variety of meals, snacks, and beverages inspired by African cuisine, providing nourishment and refreshment for visitors, staff and scholars.
- HACSA Offices: Office space for the HACSA Foundation to manage administrative tasks, coordinate programs, and facilitate communication and stakeholders.
- Donor Wall: A prominent display honoring individuals, and organizations that contribute to the construction, maintenance and sustainability of the heritage hubs.
POST-PROGRAM SUPPORT
HACSA is committed to supporting and nurturing girls and young women even after they have completed our program. We do this through tailored career advice, internships, mentorship and opportunities for networking.
ALUMNI NETWORK
After completing their training, scholars are inducted into the Tech4Girls alumni network at an award ceremony where they are recognised for participation and completion and receive certificates. They then become part of the Tech4Girls community and are encouraged to benefit from the continuous support and mentorship it provides.
INTERNSHIPS
HACSA seeks to secure internship opportunities for scholars within our professional networks where they can practice their newly acquired tech skills and gain the requisite experience to progress into full employment. Currently, we have girls interning at Kowri, Svani Group, and Fidelity Bank, gaining hands-on experience in real-world tech environments. HACSA also creates teams made up of instructors, students, and alumni to work on projects to solve problems and apply the skills they have learned from their training.
MENTORSHIP
Organizations that recuit HACSA alumni for internships will provide mentorship, support and guidance to the scholars.Alumni in turn, will serve as peer mentors to the next cohort of the program extending support to scholars and facilitating their learning journey in technology.
VIRTUAL HUB
HACSA has developed an innovative virtual hub where students and alumni can come together with sponsors, mentors, instructors and staff, to learn, support each other, give feedback, network and collaborate even after they have completed the program.
ALUMNI NETWORK
After completing their training, scholars are inducted into the Tech4Girls alumni network at an award ceremony where they are recognised for participation and completion and receive certificates. They then become part of the Tech4Girls community and are encouraged to benefit from the continuous support and mentorship it provides.
INTERNSHIPS
HACSA seeks to secure internship opportunities for scholars within our professional networks where they can practice their newly acquired tech skills and gain the requisite experience to progress into full employment. Currently, we have girls interning at Kowri, Svani Group, and Fidelity Bank, gaining hands-on experience in real-world tech environments. HACSA also creates teams made up of instructors, students, and alumni to work on projects to solve problems and apply the skills they have learned from their training.
MENTORSHIPS
Organizations that recuit HACSA alumni for internships will provide mentorship, support and guidance to the scholars.Alumni in turn, will serve as peer mentors to the next cohort of the program extending support to scholars and facilitating their learning journey in technology.
VIRTUAL HUB
HACSA has developed an innovative virtual hub where students and alumni can come together with sponsors, mentors, instructors and staff, to learn, support each other, give feedback, network and collaborate even after they have completed the program.
Innovation Lab
Learning, Innovating, Creating, Leading
The Tech4Girls Innovation Lab aims to provide ongoing support, practical real-life work experience and internships and career advancement opportunities. This bridges the gap between the new skills they have acquired and the smooth transitioning to a work environment. This initiative provides practical experience through hands-on projects that reinforce the skills learnt and foster a strong and supportive community and pursue their interests in diverse areas while encouraging lifelong learning.
ORIGINS OF THE PROGRAM
GIRLS CAN CODE
HACSA’s Tech4Girls program has its origins in the successful “Girls Can Code” project initiated by Ambassador Johanna Svaniker during her tenure as Ghana’s Ambassador to France, Portugal, and UNESCO. The project was implemented by the HACSA Foundation in partnership with UNESCO, Ghana Education Service, Kofi Annan Centre for ICT, Kowri and Soronko Foundation.
150
Girls Trained in ICT
72
Hours
5
Schools
