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<video src="media/hero-video.mp4" muted loop autoplay playsinline aria-label="Background video showcasing the activities of Watoto Coding"></video>
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<h1>Watoto Coding Hub</h1>
<h2>Watoto Coding Hub (herein Watoto) is a CBO (Community Based Organization) (Reg No. KBR/CBO/5/4//2022 (398)) registered in Kenya in 2022
to provide vulnerable children and youths in the Kibera slum, Nairobi, Kenya with access to digital tools
<h1>SPARKING INTEREST IN STEM BASED CAREERS AMONG CHILDREN WITHIN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES</h1>
<h2>There are 9 million STEM-related jobs available worldwide, yet there is a significant shortage of skilled
students to fill these roles,
we are addressing this gap by sparking interest in STEM fields among Boys and Girls
within marginalized communities.
Through our innovative programs, we create a localized STEM learning model which African learners can easily relate with.
</h2>
<p>Our Vision
To empower every individual, regardless of background, to have the opportunity to harness the power of technology
to innovate, solve problems, and unlock their full potential.
Our mission
To empower children and youth, by providing equitable access to technology and fostering digital literacy.
<p>About
Watoto Coding Hub (herein Watoto) is a CBO (Community Based Organization)
registered in Kenya in 2022 to spark interest and retain STEM-based careers for vulnerable children and youth in
the Kibera slum, as well as provide access to digital tools.
</p>
<a href="#subjects-section">Learn more</a>
<a href="#fundraising">Donate</a>
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<div class="subjects">
<div class="subject-1"><img class="img-fluid" loading="lazy" alt="image that represents the coding subject taught to kids" src="media/code.webp">
<h2>Coding and mobile app dev</h2>
<h2>Coding with Scratch</h2>
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<div class="subject-2"><img loading="lazy" class="img-fluid" alt="image that represents the 3D design subject taught to kids" src="media/3D.webp">
<h2>Engineering</h2>
<h2>Arduino & Microbits Programming</h2>

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<div class="subject-3"><img loading="lazy" class="img-fluid" alt="image that represents the game design subject taught to kids" src="media/game.webp">
<h2>Game Design</h2>
<h2>Robotics & AI</h2>
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<div class="section-title" id="about-section">
<h1>About</h1>
<h2>We work in Kibera, a vast slum in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, currently the largest unplanned settlement in
the world.</h2>
<h1>Our Work</h1>
<h2>We teach the fundamentals of programming. Through our innovative programs, we create an energizing learning
environment where students can easily build, program, and modify robots to perform real-world tasks. <br> <br>These
hands-on experiences not only build excitement for STEM careers but also empower students to solve problems
within their own communities, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
<br> <br>
We are adopting Raspberry Pi computers as cheap entry-level computers, which we will teach the children to
assemble themselves. Running on Linux Operating System gives us an opportunity to access free learning and
programming software.
</h2>
<h1>Vision</h1>
<h2>To empower every individual, regardless of background, to have the opportunity to harness the power of
technology to innovate, solve problems, and unlock their full potential</h2>
<h2>Mission</h2>
<h2>To empower every individual, regardless of background, to have the opportunity to harness the power of
technology to innovate, solve problems, and unlock their full potential</h2>
<h3>Objectives</h3>
<p>• Increase enrollment of girls in STEM-based careers.<br>
• Provide access to digital tools, internet access for research, and online learning provisions.<br>
• Teach children and youth Coding, Robotics Engineering, AI, and physical computing with Arduino and Microbits
to solve local problems.<br>
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity.</p>
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<section id="about">

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<div class="team-photo"><img loading="lazy" class="img-fluid" alt="photo of Leonard, founder of Watoto Coding" loading="lazy" src="media/leonard.webp"></div>
<div class="team-bio">
<p>I was born and raised in Kibera slums, I am a modern tech educator and founder at Watoto Coding Hub, I have had the privilege of instilling a love for technology and digital literacy in students from diverse backgrounds and thought of giving back to my community in the same capacity. My commitment to
fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment has allowed me to inspire curiosity and creativity among learners
within underserved communities, encouraging them to explore
and gain exposure in the world of modern technology.</p>
<p>I was born and raised in Kibera slums, I am a STEM educator,mentor and founder at Watoto Coding Hub, I have
had the privilege of instilling a love for technology and digital literacy in students from diverse
backgrounds. My commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment has allowed me to inspire
curiosity and creativity among young Boys and Girls within underserved communities, encouraging them to explore
and pursue careers in STEM.</p>
</div>
</div>

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<div class="section-title">
<img class="img-fluid icon-img" alt="an icon showing a box with a heart and coins going inside" src="media/donate-icon.webp">
<h1>Fundraising</h1>
<h2>Kids do not have laptops or a stable internet connection and it's
becoming increasingly hard for us to provide them with the education they deserve.
<h2>We are reaching out to request your support in equipping our computer lab at the Watoto Coding Hub in Kibera Slums. This initiative will
directly benefit the 150 children and youth currently enrolled at the Hub, providing them with the tools they need to learn, grow, and thrive in the digital age.
See our fundraising document below.
</h2>
<a href="https://www.mchanga.africa/fundraiser/58416"
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<h1>Volunteer</h1>

<h2>Do you want to start your own fundraiser to support us and involve your
family, friends and colleagues?
<h2>Do you want to start your own fundraiser to support us?
</h2>

<a href="https://app.formester.com/f/4db46fb0-eb17-432b-ad61-80aff8357b52"
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<img class="img-fluid icon-img" alt="an icon showing a random map with a pin" src="media/visit-icon.webp">
<h1>Visit us in person</h1>

<h2>Come to Kibera and meet the founder and our kids.
<h2>VISIT KIBERA.
</h2>
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<div class="section-title" id="visit">
<img class="img-fluid icon-img" alt="an icon a laptop with people having a video meeting" src="media/virtual.webp">
<h1>Virtual visit</h1>
<h1>VIRTUAL KIBERA TOUR</h1>

<h2>For anyone who wants to experience our teaching approach and meet our founder and kids virtually.
</h2>
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<h1>Watoto Coding Community Hub <br>
Kibera-Nairobi, Kenya
<br>
A charity registered under the NGO Coordination Act No 19 of 1990
A charity registered under the Department of Gender and Social Development under the Community Group Registration Act 2022 (Reg No. KBR/CBO/5/4/2022 (398))
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