Girls in AI Creative Futures Labs
Empowering the Next Generation of Women Building Africa's AI Future.
Join the Girls in AI Creative Futures Labs
The Girls in AI Creative Futures Labs are dedicated talent-development experiences designed to equip girls and young women with the knowledge, confidence, networks and opportunities to thrive in an AI-powered future.
Open exclusively to female participants, the programme addresses the underrepresentation of women in Artificial Intelligence, technology and the creative industries.
Each state activation will engage approximately 100 girls and young women, reaching an estimated 1,200 participants across 6 states nationwide.
More than a technical training programme, the Girls in AI Creative Futures Labs help participants discover career pathways, build leadership capacity and access the skills and support needed to succeed in the rapidly evolving Digital and Creative Economies.
Programme Pillars
The programme is built around four key pillars:
Learn
Develop a strong foundation in AI literacy, Generative AI, responsible AI and emerging technologies shaping the future of work and creativity.
Build
Apply AI through practical projects, creative problem-solving and hands-on experiences that strengthen technical and creative skills.
Lead
Build confidence, leadership capacity, personal visibility and the skills needed to become active contributors and future leaders in technology and innovation.
Access
Connect with mentors, industry professionals, career opportunities, entrepreneurship support, scholarships, fellowships and professional networks that accelerate long-term growth.
Programme Highlights
The Girls in AI Creative Futures Labs are designed to inspire, equip and accelerate the next generation of female AI leaders. Participants will:
- Build practical AI and digital skills for the future economy
- Develop real-world projects and creative solutions
- Gain mentorship from industry experts and women leaders
- Strengthen leadership, confidence and professional visibility
- Explore career pathways in AI, technology and the creative industries
- Access valuable networks, scholarships, fellowships, internships and entrepreneurial opportunities
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