Applications Now Open for #GirlsInTech Lagos, Cohort 5. {Free Tuition}

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Do you experience the imposter syndrome? Here’s a real story about Ijeoma.
Three hours into my first big tech project, I broke down crying. I was helping re-code several functions on a website, and it was hard. I felt inadequate and way out of my comfort zone; I was getting tripped up on very basic features. Was I really cut out for this? I thought. Couldn’t someone else do a way better job anyway?
The nitty gritty of tech can already be difficult enough without the self-doubt and constant feelings of rejection. These feelings are amplified for women, but I didn’t have to let them eat away at me and keep me from working.
You are not alone. If you’re thinking about going into a tech industry, or if you already work in one, diverse and female tech hubs like ours can help encourage you to keep working toward your goals, even when it gets tough.
We are now accepting applications at our Girls Slay Code Academy, cohort 5. This learning helps you build knowledge of in demand skills such as web development, backend/database development,  Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, through interactive learning & real-world projects.

Experience GSC: Meet Our Alumni Members

Yaay! It’s Our Hour of Code

There’s a lot to learn when it comes to coding. How do you know where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We have something for everyone, whether you’re new to coding, or a long time learner, explore the options below for:
#HourOfCode  – 2 hours code sessions {1hr theory + 1 hr practical} for 3 days, with a network of experts you will be able to master the basics of any tech concept.
Themes for the Sessions: {Choose 2 courses only}
  • IBM’s Blockly (Block Programming) + Introduction to Programming
  • Data Science Course {Microsoft}
  • Artificial Intelligence Course {IBM}
  • Web Development PHP & Laravel Framework 
  • Web development with Nodejs, MongoDB, Express framework.  
  • Python for Data Science
Register here

 Who is it For:

The training is open to every woman in different African countries. There’s a learning path designed for everyone.
  • Senior Secondary School students (SS1-3)
  • Undergraduates & Fresh graduates
  • Working or Home mums
  • Females from 13-45 years of age.


Benefits To Attendees

  • Training is free
  • Opportunity to get selected for a USA technology  scholarship hosted in Ghana (meltwater.org). Tech4her is MEST’s official recruit partner in Nigeria (https://meltwater.org/about/partners/?tag=recruitment-partners#filters)
  • Participate in international hackathons. Alumni members won a Silicon Valley Hackathon see here
  • Course Tutors and Mentors available to attendees during and after the code sessions
  • Certificate of completion presented to participants
  • For each course you complete with passing score, you’ll earn a digital badge and a certificate from Tech4her Africa. And because the skills you’ll gain are respected by the digital industry, our esteemed industry partners are offering you exclusive rewards and opportunities for finishing our courses.
  • Best student gets a laptop + Data Subscription
  • Runner up gets a Nike Digital Watch + Data Subscription
  • Professional badges and certifications from IBM, Microsoft.
Register here

Venue & Dates:

  • General session – March 3rd – 5th | American Corner CCHUB, Yaba Lagos.
  • Executive Weekend session – March 7th & 14th | GCL Hub, Allen Lagos
  • Online – March 19th-21st | Google Classroom
Register here
Registration closes February 15. You can apply from any country in Africa. However those outside Nigeria will have to apply to attend the online class.
Note: Tuition free, Registration + certificate of completion is compulsory @N6500 (special applicants).
Register here
*I have questions!*
You can contact us via hello@tech4herafrica.com, tech4herafrica@gmail.com or call 07059701187.
Register here
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Video Stories from past cohorts: https://www.tech4herafrica.com/pr-testimonials/  
Pictures from the last event here:
Register here


About GSC:

Our drive is to launch the next 10,000 female developers in Nigeria by 2025. Since GSC’s launch in 2017, the girls of GirlsSlayCode have eagerly jumped into programming. Have a look at what we’ve done to support girls in STEEM and register for upcoming classes!
We host free code bootcamps in partnership with the American Corner-CCHUB monthly. Graduates of our academy become members of the GSC Alumni network- Her Code Network (https://hcn.tech4herafrica.com) and have access to follow-up training, meetups, resources, mentoring, job placements etc

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