Summer Skill Up is a transformative program designed to empower Nigerian teenagers in underserved communities with a unique combination of practical, digital, and entrepreneurial skills. The initiative bridges the gap between traditional vocational training and the modern digital economy, offering comprehensive instruction in hairdressing, barbing, digital literacy, financial management, and entrepreneurship.

At its core, Summer Skill Up provides intensive hands-on training in hairdressing or barbing, while simultaneously immersing participants in essential digital skills and e-commerce strategies. This dual approach ensures that teens are equipped not only with trade skills but also with the technological know-how to thrive in today’s digital marketplace. The program goes beyond technical training, incorporating robust financial literacy and entrepreneurship modules to foster business acumen and economic independence.

A key feature of Summer Skill Up is its community-centered approach, involving local business owners as mentors and creating a supportive network for participants. By combining practical skills with digital literacy and entrepreneurial mindset, the program aims to transform participants into job creators rather than just job seekers. Ultimately, Summer Skill Up envisions catalyzing youth-led economic growth in underserved communities, contributing to poverty reduction and sustainable development across Nigeria.