About this program
A summer cohort for secondary and early university students who want AI literacy without hype — foundations, ethics, and a showcase project.
Program includes
• Live and async lessons on responsible AI
• Mentorship for a small showcase project
• Certificate of completion you can link on your Passport
Who thrives here
Curious learners who can commit weekly hours and are comfortable writing short reflections — not only generating outputs.
Before the cohort starts
• Take the career quiz if you are unsure between AI and adjacent paths
• Join one beginner challenge so your Passport is not empty on day one
• Read the Parent Guide if a guardian is supporting you
What you get
- Cohort learning on responsible AI foundations
- Mentorship, project showcase, and completion certificate
- A beginner-friendly on-ramp into AI / ML careers
Who should apply
- Secondary learners are the primary audience.
- Geography focus: Pan-Africa.
- Best fit for: Secondary School Student.
- Best fit for: University Student.
- Career alignment: Artificial Intelligence.
- Career alignment: Machine Learning.
- A Builder Passport with at least one project or challenge link strengthens every application.
Builder Network alignment
Personas
Secondary School Student
University Student
Careers
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
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