[LRUG] Helping disadvantaged kids learn to code

[Volker Pacher]

count me in :)

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Volker Pacher


On 20 July 2012 15:58, Stevie Graham <stevie at twilio.com> wrote:

> Hello LRUGers,
>
> I had a meeting today with a chap from the charity RichMix, they're
> offering free courses to 14-18 year olds in August on how to build web
> apps. I know many of you are passionate about paying it forward to the next
> generation from your participation in SideKick Studios DoJunior events. The
> kind of kid this course is targeting is typically very underserved by any
> existing initiative, and is completely oblivious to these kind of
> opportunities. A lot of these kids feel disenfranchised and helpless by
> their perceived lack of opportunities, imagine the difference it would make
> to their self-esteem and to the paths they choose in life if they knew that
> their background didn't matter? If they knew that the ability to cut code
> is all they need to have a exciting and rewarding career. Without
> overstating it, it could change lives.
>
> These courses are free to kids, but they have a budget to pay instructors.
> Please drop me a line if you are interested in helping.
>
> Enjoy your weekend
>
> Cheers
>
> S
>
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