Proudtobeme Lagos Summer Bootcamp
Web Developemnt, AI, Crochet & Carpentry Workshop
A five-day, hands-on programme that introduced Lagos teenagers to Web Development, AI and digital literacy, crochet, and basic carpentry, building creativity, problem-solving, and confidence along the way.
About Event
More than a skills workshop
The Proudtobeme Lagos Summer Bootcamp 2026 delivered a practical, five-day learning experience that went beyond any single skill. From 10–14 August 2026, 37 teenagers came together in Lagos, Nigeria, to explore AI and digital literacy, crochet, and basic carpentry, building wider capabilities in creativity, problem-solving, resilience, and confidence. By the end of the week, 29 participants had completed the full programme, leaving with practical skills and a stronger belief in what they’re capable of.
Programme Objectives
What the workshop set out to do
The programme was designed to give young people first-hand experience with practical and digital skills, while building the confidence to keep exploring beyond the bootcamp.
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Introduce artificial intelligence and digital literacy as practical, usable skills, not just something young people read about.
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Build hands-on experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude.
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Explore how AI can support simple website design and building.
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Introduce foundational crochet techniques through guided, practical projects.
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Build basic carpentry and repair skills through demonstration and hands-on practice.
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Encourage participants to try, make mistakes, and try again without fear of failure.
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Strengthen confidence and resilience through real, hands-on achievement.
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Build collaboration and problem-solving skills across all activity groups.
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Spark curiosity about future learning, career paths, and what’s possible next.
Key Achievements & Outcomes
What the programme delivered
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AI & Digital Literacy
Participants gained hands-on exposure to AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude, using them for real, practical tasks rather than casual browsing.
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AI-Assisted Website Design
Many built their first understanding of how AI can support simple website creation.
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Crochet Craftsmanship
Small creative teams practised collaboration, responsibility-sharing and working to deadlines.
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Practical Repair & Carpentry Skills
Through demonstration and hands-on activity, participants were introduced to basic carpentry and everyday repair concepts.
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Confidence & Resilience
Trying, undoing mistakes, and trying again built confidence that goes beyond any single technical skill.
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Collaboration & Community Engagement
Working alongside peers across activities strengthened teamwork and a shared sense of achievement.
In Their Own Words
Participant feedback
The Programme
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