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Youth Digital Inclusion
| Project No | 2RLA21021 | |
| Title | Youth Digital Inclusion | |
| Description |
The main objective of this Project is to promote ICT capacity development activities (digital and soft skills) in benefit of youth from local communities in line with the needs of the ICT labor market/ecosystem, and support countries with the development of national strategies to develop young people’s digital skills and build an enabling environment for innovation and entrepreneurship. As a pilot, the Project will be implemented in Bolivia, Argentina and Paraguay. The project will support the implementation of the Americas Regional Initiatives (AMS RIs) #4 and #5. One of the expected results of AMS RI#4 is to facilitate an enabling environment to ensure that everyone enjoys the full benefit of telecommunication/ICT access and use, through the implementation of local/national ICT projects to eliminate disparities in education at all levels and professional training. AMS RI#5 aims at assisting countries developing national and regional policies to boost the digital economy by promoting discussions on the topic. The project will also develop recommendations for the creation of innovation centers and educational projects that contribute to the ICT labor market/ecosystem and young entrepreneurship. |
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| Area of Action |
Digital Inclusion ICT Applications Capacity Building |
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| Status | Implemented | |
| Time Frame | From 1/12/2021 To 31/12/2023 | |
| Beneficiary Countries | Argentine Republic, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Paraguay (Republic of) | |
| Implementing Agency | International Telecommunication Union (ITU) | |
| Cooperation Agency | Fundación Gran Chaco, Argentina | |
| Financial Scale (CHF) | Less than 100'000 | |
| Achievements |
The project strengthened digital inclusion among young people in remote and underserved communities of Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay by providing targeted digital skills, soft skills and entrepreneurship development opportunities. Implemented in partnership with the Gran Chaco Foundation, the initiative focused on increasing the participation of youth in the digital economy and improving their access to educational and employment opportunities. The project delivered extensive face-to-face training programmes tailored to local realities and languages, significantly exceeding its original targets. A total of 341 young people, including a large proportion of women, received training in digital skills, computational thinking, coding, leadership, entrepreneurship, communication and other competencies relevant to local labour market needs. Participant satisfaction exceeded expectations, reflecting the relevance of the training provided. In addition to skills development, the project raised awareness of ICT studies, career opportunities and the importance of digital competencies for employment and social inclusion. Communication campaigns and outreach activities reached youth in remote communities and helped generate interest in further training and participation in digital opportunities. The project also supported research and dialogue on youth entrepreneurship and digital innovation ecosystems. An analysis of the ecosystem for youth digital entrepreneurship was conducted, and a regional seminar on digital economy and youth entrepreneurship brought together governments, international organizations, private-sector representatives and young beneficiaries to exchange experiences and identify opportunities for future action. The project generated lasting benefits through investments in local capability development and digital resources. Post-project assessments confirmed the continued use of equipment and resources within beneficiary communities, demonstrating sustainability and supporting ongoing efforts to improve digital inclusion, entrepreneurship and economic participation among young people in the Gran Chaco region.
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