The TechUp Boys programme
A structured tech bootcamp for teenagers in Lagos — combining AI skills, leadership and mentorship into one transformative pathway for boys aged 14–19.
Built for boys with no laptop and no limits
No laptop? No problem. TechUp Boys meets boys where they are — using relatable, hands-on activities and mobile-friendly tools to build digital literacy step by step.
We pair every boy with mentors and connect them to real-world career exposure, building confidence, leadership and a clear vision for the future of work.
Four pillars, one transformation
AI & the future of work
Teen-friendly AI literacy, free tools, and ethical-use guidance that prepares boys for a digital economy.
Personal branding
Content creation, digital footprint and personal branding for a credible, opportunity-ready online presence.
Power skills
Public speaking, confidence and leadership — the human skills technology cannot replace.
Mentorship circles
Group-only mentoring that surrounds boys with positive role models and structured support.
From first contact to graduation
School engagement
We visit public secondary schools and run interactive sessions with SS2 boys to spark interest.
Registration & consent
Boys register online with full parental consent and teacher coordination — safeguarding first.
Bootcamp cohort
Selected boys join an intensive bootcamp blending AI, power skills and mentorship.
Graduation & pathways
Graduates join our alumni network with ongoing mentorship and opportunity pathways.
What boys walk away with
Real digital skills
Practical AI and tech ability they can use immediately.
Confidence & voice
The ability to speak, lead and present themselves well.
A positive identity
An ethical digital footprint and a vision beyond crime.
Mentorship & belonging
A network of role models and peers invested in them.
Career exposure
Real-world pathways toward the future of work.
Hope
A renewed belief in their own potential and worth.
Frequently asked
Public secondary school boys, especially SS2 students aged 14–19, from underserved communities in Lagos. Participation requires parental consent and school coordination.
No. TechUp Boys is delivered free to beneficiaries, funded by CSR partners, grants, individual donors and in-kind support. Your sponsorship keeps it free for the boys who need it most.
No. Our model is designed for boys with little or no access to devices, using mobile-friendly tools, printed worksheets and structured group learning.
Safeguarding is built into everything: parental consent, group-only mentoring, supervised sessions, codes of conduct and safe transport. There is no unsupervised one-on-one access with minors.
School leaders and teachers can reach out through our contact page to register their interest in hosting a TechUp Boys engagement or cohort.
Bring TechUp Boys to your school or community
Partner with us to reach more boys, or sponsor a cohort to make it possible.