Highlights from 2024
This year, we continued to see remarkable engagement with HP LIFE courses at Imka Bitola in the Youth Center, marking the second year these courses have been offered in this space. The results speak volumes about the program’s growing impact:
- Participant Demographics: 52% of participants were women and 48% were men. Approximately 90% were elementary and high school students, with the remainder being university students and employees.
- Participation and Certification: In 2024, around 380 participants completed the courses, earning an impressive 490 certificates across 57 sessions.
- Popular Topics: Of the seven topics offered, Marketing stood out, with about 40% of participants rating it as the most interesting.
Positive Feedback:
- 98% of participants found the courses easy to learn.
- 100% said they would recommend the courses to others.
- 94% considered the courses useful, while 6% were unsure about their usefulness.
Participant Insights
In an anonymous evaluation, participants shared what they appreciated most about the program:
- Courses: Topics were engaging, relevant, and practical, with a particular emphasis on learning new skills such as writing professional emails and understanding useful tools for sales.
- Methodology: The teaching approach was praised for being clear and supportive, with facilitators offering helpful guidance and creating a relaxed, interactive learning environment. Participants also enjoyed the incorporation of games, exercises, and meaningful discussions.
- Logistics: The Youth Center was commended for its clean and well-equipped facilities, good internet, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Participants valued the flexibility of online access and the opportunity to receive certificates upon completion.
When asked what could be improved, most participants expressed satisfaction with the current setup. Some suggested expanding the program to include more participants, adding music during sessions, or introducing additional topics.
Next Steps
As we move into 2025, we are excited to continue offering these courses, building on our successes, and reaching even more participants.
For the second consecutive year, the HP digital education program has been the most visited initiative at the Youth Center, outshining the center’s other four active clubs in terms of the number of participants. Its continued success underscores its importance in bridging the digital divide and empowering the community through accessible digital education.
Looking ahead to 2025, we are committed to enhancing and expanding this initiative even further. By continuing to provide valuable digital education opportunities, we aim to empower more individuals in our community, foster innovation, and help participants develop the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world. We look forward to welcoming new participants and building on the strong foundation established over the past two years.
Read what the participants are saying: Testimonials
