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Problem-Solving into the Future: The Story of Priscilla

Problem-Solving into the Future: The Story of Priscilla

Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce you to the world’s next state-of-the-art inventor. Her name is Priscilla. She enrolled in YTF through her school in Nairobi last year and was further encouraged to pursue a computer science degree after high school graduation. Her career choice would be dedicated to inventing “tools that will continue […]

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Working for Herself, Reaching the World: Maureen’s Story

Maureen owns Afrocentric Afrique, a boutique established eight years ago in Nigeria. She first participated in YTF’s Women Entrepreneurs and Mobile Value Added Services program, which is designed to provide women entrepreneurs with the tools to sustain and expand their businesses. YTF trains women entrepreneurs, like Maureen, in financial skills, business capabilities and business strategies, […]

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Making Dreams (and Drones) a Reality: Emmanuel’s Story

Making Dreams (and Drones) a Reality: Emmanuel’s Story

Emmanuel is enrolled in YTF’s 3D Africa program. He is in a university and is studying mechanical engineering. He has a passion for using engineering and technology to meet the needs of people in his community. Emmanuel first learned about YTF through a workshop held on campus. He was fascinated to learn of YTF’s work […]

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Ladies Are as Great as Gentlemen: Anjali’s Story

Ladies Are as Great as Gentlemen: Anjali’s Story

Anjali, 10, would like to be a pilot to inspire the conviction that ladies are as great as gentlemen. She would also like to come up with educational cartoons for children. Her aspirations are inspired by her appreciation for her Scratch coding class in YTF Academy. “It has been fun and easy – now that […]

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A Ticket Out of the Slums: Nuria’s Story

At 16 years old, Nuria reacts to the world around her with childlike, candid emotions, but has an adult’s wise perspective to understand that education can change a community with poor resources. She joined YTF in December of 2015 at her home in Nairobi, Kenya, where she is originally from one of the slums of […]

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Best Buy Provides Grant to 3D Printing Academy for Girls

Best Buy Provides Grant to 3D Printing Academy for Girls

Nov. 2, 2016—Last Thursday, we gathered at the Best Buy on Shelbyville in Louisville, KY to receive a grant from the electronics company. Chad Douglas, General Manager of this location, represented Best Buy when he presented the big check to Njideka Harry, founder and CEO of YTF. This award is specifically for our program 3D […]

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“My Desire to Learn Was Greater”: The Story of Beverline

We’ve all groaned at the thought of having to go to school in the early morning and repeat the mundane process of government-issued education. But what if going to high school wasn’t required and not many of our peers got the chance to attend? Beverline is a form three (9th grade) student at Nile Road […]

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October 2016: Celebrating Mary and All our Teachers on World Teachers’ Day

October 2016: Celebrating Mary and All our Teachers on World Teachers’ Day

This Busy Student and YTF Master Trainer Is an Inspiration On World Teachers’ Day Most days, Mary Munyoki is an ambitious student in Kenya, on the path to become an electrical engineer. Mary is also a Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF) Master Trainer, passing on her love for engineering and passion for youth to secondary […]

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WATCH the Clinton Global Initiative Live Stream

WATCH the Clinton Global Initiative Live Stream

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Kellogg Students Visit YTF in Kenya: A Note from Najah

Kellogg Students Visit YTF in Kenya: A Note from Najah

by Najah Woodby I recently graduated from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and had time to reflect on standout activities from my time as a student. My experience in Kenya with the Youth for Technology Foundation definitely tops the list! Tour of Technology As part of a Global Initiatives in Management class […]

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