By Thais Queiroz Carreiro | Project Leader
This May, we celebrated a very special moment: the graduation of 30 young participants from our project. This event marked not only the end of one stage but also the beginning of countless new possibilities for each of them.
Throughout this journey, the young participants engaged in workshops and training sessions that went far beyond technical development. Their first major discovery was understanding the importance of information technology and how it plays a vital role in our daily lives. Through educational videos, interactive activities, and group discussions, they reflected on how technology is part of human history and how it can be a bridge to a brighter future.
But the learning didn’t stop there. They were also encouraged to reflect on themselves and their role in society. The program covered essential topics such as personal marketing, emotional intelligence, gender diversity, combating racism, bullying, environmental awareness, resume building, and workers’ rights and responsibilities. All these themes were discussed with a focus on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the importance of social responsibility.
Each young person who walked across the graduation stage now carries new goals, increased self-confidence, and a strong desire to build a future full of opportunities.
None of this would have been possible without the support of people like you—people who believe in the power of education and the transformative potential of every young person.
Keep being part of this story. Together, we can open even more doors for the future of these adolescents and young people.
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