Building upon the commitment of the project “Bridging the Digital Divide”, VG Foundation in collaboration with Leo Club of Kathmandu, Budigandaki, organized a five-day digital literacy training program for the students of grades 6, 7, 8, and 9. The program aimed not only to teach essential computer skills but also to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in a rapidly evolving digital world. The training was conducted inside the newly established computer lab, transforming into an energetic center of learning, buzzing with questions, discoveries, and collaborative problem-solving. Students arrived each day eager to engage with the technology, ready to experiment, explore, and uncover how digital tools could enhance their studies.
Over the course of the program, the students were introduced to a wide range of essential digital skills designed to strengthen both their academic and practical knowledge. They learned to work with Microsoft Office Package tools, learned how to explore report writing in digital formats, learned how to design creative projects such as making postcards, videos and photo editing using Canva, were guided on the fundamentals of email writing and web browsing along with safe browsing as well. Hand in hand, we also taught useful shortcut keyboards keys and commands to improve speed and efficiency while using computer applications.
For many students, this was their first structured exposure to tools, that has and will play a vital role in their educational and professional journey. To make the sessions more engaging, students were given assignments such as creating designs on Canva and drafting professional emails, where they not only participated actively but also excelled in showcasing their creativity and grasp of the lessons. These activities helped them understand how digital tools can be applied in real-world scenarios, boosting both their skills and their confidence.
By partnering with Leo Club, the initiative became both a technical and communal effort, bringing together resources, mentors, and enthusiasm to inspire the next generation of digital learners. This training session was not only about technical knowledge but also about giving students the confidence to explore, create, communicate in a digital world and be familiar with the contemporary technology.
As the five days stared coming to an end, the excitement on the students’ faces and their eagerness to demonstrate what they had learned spoke louder than words. Many were curious to explore more beyond the classroom, asking thoughtful questions and seeking feedback to improve further. Their proud presentations and interactions, growing confidence in handling digital tools showed that this program was more than just a training, it was the beginning of a new learning journey. This experience highlighted how eager the next generation is to embrace technology and turn learning into opportunity.
