Facebook is accepting applications for the “Connecting Your Future” program. Young people aged 15 in socially vulnerable situations can participate. One of the objectives is to teach participants technological, socio-emotional and digital practices. There are several free courses that offer certification.
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“Connecting your future” is a Facebook digital inclusion program, in partnership with Recode. According to the organizers, projects of this type have never been so important. In the midst of the Information Age, it is essential to ensure access to digital for the new generations.
It is worth noting that the program currently offers 12 different training courses. All of them guarantee a certificate upon completion of the subjects. Among the novelties planned for the 2021 edition is a game development course.
Classes range from basic level
The new games course encompasses concepts ranging from basic to intermediate levels. Students will learn how to create digital games.
In addition, the program also offers a Digital Marketing course. Participants will have a broad view of administration and engagement in social networks. In addition to learning communication theories focused on marketing, etc.
Facebook has been running the program since 2019 and has already reached more than 30,000 teenagers. In the last edition, which started in 2020, more than 10,000 students completed training.
Since its launch in 2019, “Connecting your future” has already reached more than 30,000 young people. In the last cycle of the program, which started in 2020 and ended earlier this year, more than 10,000 people completed training, available to residents of all regions of the country.
How to participate in Facebook's “Connecting Your Future”:
The program is open to anyone who meets the prerequisites. Opportunities reach all states and regions of Brazil.
Among the necessary conditions to participate is the need to have prior knowledge in technology. You must also be at least 15 years old.
Afterwards, the candidate needs to access the website, choose one of the options and register. All course options are free. Classes are broadcast in virtual format.