IT and coding classes
In the district of Shatt Al-Arab, Iraq, women have fewer social, economic, and educational opportunities than men. Early marriage, household responsibilities, a perceived lack of job opportunities and conservative gender norms limit girls’ access to secondary school and eventual employment. However, the presence of oil companies in Basra creates a demand for skilled IT-workers and many residents lack these skills. The goal of this project, supported by CFLI, is to empower Iraqi girls by improving their creative computer and coding skills. Trainers provide training to female teachers in computer science and coding — following a tailored curriculum developed by an expert — so that they can in turn provide IT and coding classes in Basra schools to more students.
