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Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF) is an international non-profit organization that seeks to bridge the digital canyon among youth in Nigeria, West Africa. The YTF model and vision is based on giving people the resources, technology and skills that they need to improve their lives, reduce...
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Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF) is an international non-profit organization that seeks to bridge the digital canyon among youth in Nigeria, West Africa. The YTF model and vision is based on giving people the resources, technology and skills that they need to improve their lives, reduce poverty and drive economic empowerment. Today, equal adoption of technology excludes many individuals and communities from reaping the fruits of the economy. With the advent of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), access to knowledge has become a potent force for transforming social, economic and political life globally.
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Youth for Technology Foundation believes that a bridge to close the digital canyon can be achieved through:

* Building human capital and capacity through investment in education, training and technology.
* Increasing civic participation for people in underserved areas to...
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Youth for Technology Foundation believes that a bridge to close the digital canyon can be achieved through:

* Building human capital and capacity through investment in education, training and technology.
* Increasing civic participation for people in underserved areas to gain a greater voice in their community's development.
* Developing and disseminating models for viable rural economic enterprise that will create opportunities for people to improve their economic standing and advocate for significant change using the tools provided.
* Enabling learning through the effective use of technology to promote knowledge and skills which will ensure thriving communities in Nigeria.
* Providing access to information technology skills training with a focus on employment opportunities for the girl-child, youth in secondary schools, universities and workforce development.
* Joining with libraries, museums and other cultural institutions to leverage technology and demonstrate the critical role technology plays in enhancing the arts.
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