The “Youth in Technology” program is a four-month educational initiative that involved young people aged 15–18 from five public high schools in Pristina, with the aim of developing practical skills in robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced technologies.
The program was implemented by the 'Kosova Makers League' Foundation, with the support of the general sponsor IPKO, creating a concrete platform for empowering young people through technology.
This program was implemented through three physical trainings, accompanied by visits to schools during the trainings. The first training, with a total of 31 participants, focused on the basics of programming in Python and on familiarization with robotics. The second training dealt with the basic concepts of artificial intelligence and its application in robot control, with about 30 participants. Meanwhile, the third training, with 28 participants, had a deeply practical character and was oriented towards the construction of functional projects through electronic modules.
In total, during the three modules, around 98 participants were registered, while within the framework of the program, three information sessions were also held after each module, with a total of 22 participants, and school visits were carried out involving 57 students. The program concluded with a presentation fair, where 34 participants presented their projects and were certified for the engagement and dedication shown throughout the program. This collaboration between Kosova Makers League and IPKO proved the importance of strategic partnerships in advancing technological education in the country.
The impact of the program is best reflected through the experiences of the students themselves. One of the participants, Era Thaqi, a student at SH.ML “Gjin Gazulli”, says:
“From the first moment I was introduced to the ‘Youth in Technology’ program, my impressions have been very positive. The program has been well organized and has provided a very valuable learning experience for us as young people. The practical part has been particularly useful, as we have had the opportunity to work directly with modern technological equipment such as the micro: Maqueen Plus robot, the HuskyLens camera and the Arduino set. This has helped us to better understand programming, robotics and the use of technology in practice. This program has been an important step for high school students and a very positive experience for me.”
From this we understand that the "Youth in Technology" program has directly contributed to the development of technical skills, collaboration, teamwork, and self-confidence of young people.
It has served as a bridge between school and modern technologies, guiding students towards careers in engineering, technology, and innovation, as well as better preparing them for the future job market.
This program proves that investing in the technological education of young people is an investment in the future of our society.
