Youth & Teen AI Program
AI Education for Youth (Ages 13–25)
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Learn AI early. Build the future with confidence
A safe, practical, and mentor-guided Artificial Intelligence program designed for Africa’s youth — delivered through Online recorded and live; Lagos In-Person Classes — Coming Soon. Supported by global mentorship.
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Format:
• Online (Live + Recorded Classes)
• Lagos In-Person Classes — Coming Soon
Learning Style: Guided Lessons + Practical Labs
Age Range: 13 – 25 Years
Certification: Soft AI Academy Youth Certificate
Age-Tiered Tracks
13–15 (Junior Track): Fun, visual, no-code heavy.
16–19 (Teen Track): Intro coding + real projects.
20–25 (Young Adult Track): Job/internship prep, advanced tools.
Curriculum Ideas Tailored for Youth
Fun Entry Points: AI for gaming, music (Afrobeats remix generators), social media content, or football analytics (huge in Nigeria!)
Core Modules:
AI & Creativity (image/video generation, storytelling with AI).
Build Your First AI App (no-code tools like Bubble + AI APIs).
AI in Everyday Life (chatbots, recommendation systems like Netflix/TikTok).
Robotics & Physical AI (if possible, partner for simple hardware kits in Lagos classes).
Ethics & Safety Online (critical for this age).
Capstone Projects: Build an AI tool solving a local problem (e.g., traffic predictor for Lagos, crop advisor for rural families).
Delivery Enhancements
Weekly live sessions + recorded videos.
Gamification: Badges, leaderboards, AI hackathons.
Parent updates: Progress reports to build trust.
Community: WhatsApp/Discord groups (moderated).
Monetization & Sponsorship Model
Fees: ₦50,000–₦150,000 per semester (affordable installments).
Scholarships: "Sponsor a Student" button—aim for corporates to fund 100+ kids per cohort.
Partnerships: Collaborate with secondary schools, NYSC, or tech hubs like CcHUB for recruitment.
Marketing Angle
Tagline ideas:
"Africa's Next AI Leaders Start Here"
"Learn AI Young, Build the Future "
We are not just teaching AI—we're shaping Africa's tech future.
Core
The program is structured as a 12-week semester (extendable to year-round cohorts), with hybrid delivery: Weekly online sessions (live + recorded) + optional in-person labs/classes in Lagos. Total commitment: 4-6 hours/week.
Program Structure Overview
Three Age-Tiered Tracks (to keep it relevant and challenging):
Junior Explorers (13–15):
Fun, no-code heavy—focus on creativity and wonder.
Teen Innovators (16–19):
Intro to coding + real-world projects.
Young Leaders (20–25):
Deeper skills + career/entrepreneurship prep.
Common Elements Across Tracks:
Weekly mentorship (online WhatsApp Chats, Call or Video/Zoom + in-person options).
Gamification:
Badges, points, leaderboards.
Safe community:
Moderated Discord/WhatsApp group.
Capstone Showcase:
End-of-program demo day (online + Lagos in person event).
Certification:
Digital + physical "Soft AI Academy Youth Certificate" (with project portfolio).
(Real-world inspiration: African youth in coding classes, building robots, and exploring AI excitedly in Lagos and beyond.)
CURRICULUM.
Detailed 12-Week Curriculum
Each week includes: Video lessons (20-40 min), hands-on activities, quizzes, and mentor check-ins.
Weeks 1-3: AI Discovery – What is AI and Why It Matters in Africa
Week 1: Welcome & AI Magic
Intro to AI (chatbots, recommendations like TikTok/Spotify). Fun demo: Use free tools to generate art/music.
Activity: "My AI Day" – Journal how AI helps in daily life (e.g., Google Maps in Lagos traffic).
Week 2: AI in Africa
Case studies: AI for farming (predicting rains), healthcare (disease detection), fintech (mobile money).
Activity: Explore African AI heroes (e.g., Nigerian startups).
Week 3: Ethics & Safety
Responsible AI: Bias, privacy, online safety.
Activity: Debate "AI friend or foe?" + create safety rules.
Weeks 4-7: Creative AI – Build Without Code
Week 4: Generative AI Fun
Tools: ChatGPT, Grok, Canva AI, Midjourney (free tiers).
Project Idea: Create AI-generated Afrobeats lyrics or album art.
Week 5: AI for Stories & Games.
Build interactive stories or simple games with no-code tools (e.g., Scratch + AI extensions
Project Idea: AI-powered adventure story set in Nigeria.
Week 6: AI Images & Videos
Generate visuals; edit with AI.
Project Idea: Design a poster for a Lagos event or football team AI predic
Week 7: AI Music & Creativity
Tools: Suno.ai or similar for music generation.
Project Idea: Remix a song or create AI beats.
(Juniors stop heavy coding here; Teens/Young add Python basics.)
Weeks 8-10: Coding with AI – Make It Real
Week 8: Intro to Python (Teens/Young only
Fun coding: Variables, loops via Replit/Google Colab.
Project Idea: Simple AI chatbot for school queries.
Week 9: Build AI Apps
Use Teachable Machine (Google) for image/sound recognition—no code for Juniors.
Project Idea: Train AI to recognize African fruits or local languages accents.
Week 10: AI for Good Projects
Tackle real problems: Traffic predictor, waste sorter, or health tip bot.
Project Idea: AI tool for flood alerts (inspired by real African challenges).
Weeks 11-12: Showcase & Next Steps
Week 11: Polish Projects + Peer Feedback
Group presentations; mentor reviews.
Week 12: Demo Day + Certification
Share projects (online showcase + Lagos in-person event).
Guest speakers: Young African AI pros.
Next: Pathways to advanced Soft AI Academy courses or internships.ab4bf1a2ae39eec473
Unlock the Future: Africa's Youth AI Revolution Starts Here!
Learn AI Early. Build Confidence. Shape Tomorrow.
A safe, exciting, mentor-guided program for ages 13–25. Online anywhere in Africa + in-person classes in Lagos, Nigeria.
Key Benefits (Bullet Points):
Hands-on projects: Create AI art, music, games, and real-world solutions.
Fun + Practical: From generative AI magic to coding apps that solve African challenges.
Global Mentorship: Learn from experts; join a vibrant community.
Certification: Earn a Soft AI Academy Youth Certificate to boost your future.
"AI isn't just for adults—it's for the generation building Africa's tech future. Join thousands of youth already discovering their power!" – Soft AI Academy Team
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About Soft AI Academy
Soft AI Academy is the education and talent-development arm of Soft AI Africa, created to train Africans with practical, job-ready Artificial Intelligence skills that solve real problems across the continent.
We focus on hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world projects, not just theory. Our programs are designed for students, professionals, entrepreneurs, institutions, and governments looking to build or adopt AI responsibly and effectively.