Published: 02 Apr 2024 524 views
Sankofatech’s Achievers in Technology (AIT) is a rigorous four-year scholarship and mentorship program that aims to produce the next generation of African technology professionals in the United States. We believe technology is not the preferred career path for youth of African descent due to lack of knowledge about the industry, community misconception (i.e., not perceived as prestigious), and lack of access to resources.
We aim to tackle these problems through the AIT program. AIT scholars go through a rigorous four-year program that equips them with essential skills and access to a network of like-minded peers, mentors, advisors, and accomplished professionals in the tech industry.
Sankofatech is a group of professionals with a deep passion for technology and a deep passion to develop our communities through the power of technology.We are committed to improving the lives of Africans throughout the diaspora through technology. We value community service and youth empowerment.We build awesome things that will benefit the diaspora. We organize workshops to educate youth on different topics based on knowledge and skill gaps we identify.... continue reading
| Application Deadline | 27 Apr 2024 |
| Value | $2,000 |
| Type | Entrepreneurs |
| Sponsor | Sankofatech |
| Gender | Men and Women |
AIT scholars will receive numerous benefits by participating in the program, and some of these benefits include:
*The scholarship is contingent on the scholar’s continuation in the Sankofatech’s Achievers in Technology Program and the selection of a qualified STEM major.
Selection Process
Students who are interested in participating in the AIT program should follow the steps outlined below:
For more details,visit Sankofatech website
