The NerdzFactory Foundation has announced a strategic partnership with Access Corporation that aims to boost the youth workforce by making the industry ready for job opportunities.
Speaking at the Youth Transition Program that has benefited over 1000 Nigerian youths, the NerdzFactory Foundation called for deliberate efforts from the private and public sectors to equip Nigerian youths with employability and digital skills to thrive anywhere in the world.
Addressing the program participants, Thelma Eweam, program manager of the NerdzFactory Foundation, reiterated that the core of the program is to empower youth through job and digital skills to bridge the unemployment gap.
Ade’ Olowojoba, a director at the NerdFactory Foundation, asserted that the country is at a critical stage where the number of unemployed Youths does not match the number of economic opportunities available in the country.
“We must deliberately equip the youth in Nigeria to thrive in Nigeria and anywhere in the world,” Olowojoba said.
Also at the event were representatives of Access Corporation, program sponsor and NerdzFactory Foundation team members.
Speaking at the event, the panelist, Jessica Felix-Orji, a senior product manager at a technology organization, works to hone her storytelling skills and imparts learning every time.
“Make sure you are a person who gives lessons, because this will make you experience over time and learn the ability to tell your story effectively. This is important,” said Felix-Orji.
Speaking at the event, one of the panelists, Jessica Felix-Orji, a senior product manager at a technology organization, worked to hone her storytelling skills and impart learning every time.
“Make sure you are the person who gives the learning, because this will make your experience over time and learn the ability to tell your story effectively. This is important,” he said.
To stay ahead of the curve, experts say individuals need to develop job skills to help them succeed in their roles. These skills include problem solving, communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and digital literacy.
He notes that employers today are looking for employees who can think critically and collaborate with others to find solutions to complex problems.
They also need people who can effectively use technology to create innovative products or services. These job skills are required for success in the modern workplace.
Over the years, the Youth Transition Program has impacted over 1000 youth with the right skills to transition into work and business.