Welcome To YouthLok
Empowering Youth, Building Futures
Welcome To YouthLok
Empowering Youth, Building Futures
ABOUT US
Empowering Youth, Building Futures
Youthlok is a platform dedicated to empowering unemployed youth by providing them with free access to in-demand digital skills, tools, and opportunities. Our mission is to bridge the gap between education and employment, enabling young individuals to unlock their potential and build successful careers in the digital age.
We believe that every young person deserves the chance to succeed, and we are committed to providing the resources and support needed to make that happen.
In Demand Skills
The Digital Age has been around for more than 50 years yet the demand for digital skills continues to grow. The advances in technology have not been spearheaded by the African youth but by foreign continents. It's time for the motherland to take charge and lead the way in digital innovation. Our ancient ancestors were the original innovators, and it's time for us to reclaim that legacy.
Coding & Software Development
Learn programming languages, software development methodologies, and build applications & websites that solve real-world problems.
UI/UX & Design
Learn the principles of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design to create intuitive, visually appealing, and engaging digital products. Understand how to design layouts, flows, and interactions that make websites and apps easy to use and enjoyable for users.
Digital Marketing & Content Creation
Master digital marketing strategies, content creation, and social media management to promote products and services effectively.
Cybersecurity & Data Protection
Learn how to protect digital assets, secure networks, and ensure data privacy in an increasingly connected world.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Explore the world of AI and ML, understand algorithms, and build intelligent systems that learn from data.
Entrepreneurship & Business/Freelancing
Learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, business planning, and startup development to turn your ideas into successful ventures.
Technical Support & IT Services
Gain skills in technical support, IT services, and troubleshooting to assist users and maintain systems effectively.
Finance & Accounting
Learn financial management, accounting principles, and investment strategies to make informed financial decisions.
Engineering & Technology
Explore the principles of engineering, design thinking, and technology development to create innovative solutions.
Career Opportunities
Youthlok is committed to connecting unemployed youth with career opportunities in various fields. We collaborate with industry partners to provide job placements, internships, and freelance projects that allow young individuals to apply their skills and gain valuable work experience.
Coding & Software Development
Gain hands-on experience in coding & software development through internships with tech companies. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced developers, and enhance your coding skills.
UI/UX Design Internships
Gain hands-on experience in UI/UX design through internships with leading design firms. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced designers, and enhance your design skills.
Digital Marketing & Content Creation
Gain hands-on experience in digital marketing and content creation through internships with leading marketing agencies. Work on real campaigns, collaborate with experienced marketers, and enhance your marketing skills.
Cybersecurity & Data Protection
Gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity and data protection through internships with leading cybersecurity firms. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and enhance your cybersecurity skills.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Gain hands-on experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning through internships with leading tech companies. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and enhance your AI/ML skills.
Entrepreneurship & Business/Freelancing
Gain hands-on experience in entrepreneurship and business development through internships with startups and established companies. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced entrepreneurs, and enhance your business skills.
Technical Support & IT Services
Gain hands-on experience in technical support and IT services through internships with leading tech companies. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and enhance your IT skills.
Finance & Accounting
Gain hands-on experience in finance and accounting through internships with leading financial institutions. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and enhance your finance skills.
Engineering & Technology
Gain hands-on experience in engineering and technology through internships with leading engineering firms. Work on real projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and enhance your engineering skills.
Platforms
Youthlok collaborates with various platforms to provide unemployed youth with access to free digital skills training, resources, and opportunities. These platforms offer a wide range of courses, mentorship programs, and job placement services to help young individuals succeed in their careers.
Udemy
Access a vast library of online courses covering various digital skills, from coding to design and marketing.
Visit Udemy
Coursera
Learn from top universities and institutions through online courses and specializations in various fields.
Visit Coursera
edX
Explore free online courses from leading universities and organizations to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Visit edX
freeCodeCamp
Learn web development, coding, and software engineering through interactive tutorials and projects.
Visit freeCodeCamp
Khan Academy
Access free educational resources and courses in various subjects, including math, science, and computer programming.
Visit Khan Academy
Skillshare
Join a community of learners and creators to explore courses in design, business, technology, and more.
Visit Skillshare
Pluralsight
Enhance your tech skills with expert-led courses in software development, IT operations, and data science.
Visit Pluralsight
Codecademy
Learn to code interactively with hands-on exercises and projects in various programming languages.
Visit Codecademy
Udacity
Explore Nanodegree programs in AI, data science, programming, and more to advance your career.
Visit Udacity
European Space Agency
Explore a variety of resources and information about space exploration, missions, and research from the European Space Agency.
Visit European Space Agency
MIT OpenCourseWare
Access free course materials from a wide range of MIT's courses, covering various subjects.
Visit MIT OpenCourseWare
All About Circuits
Explore a wealth of resources and tutorials on electrical engineering, electronics, and circuit design.
Visit All About Circuits
Arduino Projects
Discover a variety of Arduino projects and tutorials to enhance your electronics skills.
Visit Arduino Projects Hub
Harvard Online
Access free online courses and resources from Harvard University to enhance your education.
Visit Harvard Online
Saylor Academy
Access free online courses and resources to earn college credit and advance your education.
Visit Saylor Academy
Learn with Google
Explore free courses and resources on digital marketing, data analytics, and more from Google.
Visit Learn with Google
Alison
Access free online courses and resources to earn certificates and advance your career.
Visit Alison
MATLAB
Explore MATLAB's extensive resources for learning programming, data analysis, and algorithm development.
Visit MATLABThese are just a few of the platforms we collaborate with. For a more comprehensive list of platforms offering free digital skills training and resources, please visit our Platforms page.
Endless Possibilities
At Youthlok, we believe that the possibilities for unemployed youth are endless. By providing access to free digital skills training, resources, and opportunities, we empower young individuals to unlock their potential and build successful careers in the digital age.
Even though Youthlok is a groundbreaking innovation, we highly recognize that there are limitations we have due to being unfunded & under-resourced. Youthlok is committed to finding sustainable solutions to these challenges and continuing to support the youth we serve.
Youthlok is a vision brought to fruition by 2 teenage brothers, Siyamthanda, Anda & Kusile High Students Khanyisa Gwadiso, Alitha Yekani, Achumile Kondile, Oscar Honor, Nangamso Nodludluma, Entle Matayo & Inovuyo Komna collectively we are the FREE THINKERS. We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. We are self taught software developers dedicated to empowering the next generation.
Support Our Mission
If you believe in our mission and want to support our efforts to empower unemployed youth, please consider making a donation. Your contribution will help us provide free digital skills training, resources, and opportunities to young individuals in need.
Your support can make a difference in the lives of young people.