A 8‑week, project‑based workforce development experience that blends industry certification pathways in AI and cybersecurity with hands‑on digital portfolio creation using Adobe Express. Students build career‑ready skills through real‑world challenges, mentorship, and a capstone pitch that showcases their learning and impact.

  • What you’ll do each week—simple, structured, and action‑oriented.

    • Week 1 — Kickoff & SDG Selection: Choose an SDG that matters to your community, set goals, and start your Adobe Express portfolio.

    • Week 2 — Digital Foundations: Explore AI or cybersecurity fundamentals, establish your brand (logo, color palette), and build your portfolio homepage.

    • Week 3 — Research & Concept Development: Investigate local challenges, gather evidence, and draft prototype sketches with a clear problem/solution fit.

    • Week 4 — Tech Integration: Apply AI insights and cybersecurity basics to your idea; add reflections and evidence of learning to your portfolio.

    • Weeks 5 & 6 — Prototype & Branding: Finalize prototype details, create branded visuals and an athletic‑style slide deck in Adobe Express, and get peer feedback.

    • Weeks 7 & 8 — Showcase & Pitch: Present your work (portfolio + slide deck), highlight SDG alignment and certifications, and field questions from reviewers.

  • Turn learning into credentials and capabilities employers recognize.

    • CDOS‑Aligned Skills: Career exploration, integrated learning, problem‑solving, collaboration, communication, professionalism, and tech fluency—practiced weekly and demonstrated in your portfolio.

    • Certification Pathways:

      • Azure AI Fundamentals (AI‑900): key concepts in AI, machine learning, and responsible AI.

      • Security Fundamentals (SC‑900): core cybersecurity, identity, and compliance concepts.

    • Show What You Know: Add badges, reflections, and artifacts to your Adobe Express portfolio to evidence skills, growth, and readiness for next steps.

  • Everything you need to build, brand, and present your solution.

    • Adobe Express Portfolio Kit: guided sections for bio, SDG impact, research notes, prototype images, branding assets, and final pitch uploads.

    • Microsoft Teams Workspace: live sessions, breakouts, Q&A, and presentation tools to collaborate and practice.

    • Prototype & Branding Templates: prompts, design briefs, and slide deck templates tailored for athletic storytelling and community impact.

    • Clear Rubrics & Checklists: weekly criteria (participation, research depth, prototype quality, portfolio completeness, presentation delivery) to keep you on track.

Explore Our Memberships

BKYSC: Change Makers Tier (Pro)
Free

You’re just one step away from accessing a 8‑week, project‑based workforce development experience designed to help you build confidence, gain career‑ready skills, and create solutions to real‑world challenges. After signing up, you’ll unlock guided learning activities. Create your account using your email to get started and begin your STEM for Change journey today.

✓ Career‑Ready Skill Development
✓ Industry Certification Pathways
✓ Digital Workforce Portfolio
✓ Real‑World, Project‑Based Learning
✓ Flexible Learning Access & Support
Access for All Tier (Basic)
$250.00
One time

A foundational package focused on essential STEM experiences and equitable access. Core 8‑week program- Asynchronous/ Independent Work

✓ Foundational STEM & Digital Fluency Skills
✓ Equitable Access to High‑Quality Learning
✓ Turnkey, Easy‑to‑Implement Curriculum
✓ Community‑Centered STEM Challenges

Popular

Innovators Tier (Plus)
$350.00
One time

A mid‑level plan offering deeper hands-on learning, projects, and expanded support. Program + added coaching or materials

✓ Expanded Hands‑On STEM Learning
✓ Guided Project Development
✓ Enhanced Digital Skills & AI Integration
✓ Added Support for Educators or Program Staff

Meet the Facilitators

  • Yaritza Villalba

    CEO & FOUNDER

    Global Team

    With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
    They set the tone for everything we do.

  • Dr. Stephanie Holmes

    CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT & AI SPECIALIST

    USA & Global Team

    Dr. Stephanie Holmesis an innovative educator with 18 years of experience, including 11 years as a school leader in New York City. In 2013, she co-founded a transfer high school to support over-aged and under-credited students, reflecting her deep commitment to equity and access in education. A lifelong learner, she earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership from The Sage Colleges, focusing her research on instructional practices for trauma-impacted students and integrating social-emotional learning with rigorous instruction.

  • Ella Gozie- Iwudoh

    STRATEGIC GROWTH & PARTNERSHIPS + STEM SPECIALIST

    Nigeria Team

    Ella Gozie Iwudoh is a dynamic STEM Specialist and Director of Learning at FlipLearn Kids, where she leads innovative work exploring how technology, AR/VR, and creative design are reshaping classrooms across Nigeria. She is recognized for her leadership in expanding access to digital tools, elevating culturally relevant STEM education, and championing equitable learning opportunities for diverse families. Passionate about empowering the next generation, Ella offers bold guidance for young girls in STEM and advances strategies that open pathways for women of color in tech.

  • Dr. Michael Harvey

    GLOBAL EDTECH & AI SPECIALIST

    New Zealand & Global Team

    Dr. Michael Harveyis an Innovative Senior Science Teacher at Lytton High School (Gisborne, Aotearoa New Zealand), where he supports teachers to translate emerging technologies into practical, high-impact classroom practice. With a background in science and physics teaching, he specialises in helping teachers design learning that strengthens student thinking, agency, and metacognition especially in AI-rich environments.

  • Jennifer Peoples

    CYBERSECURITY EDUCATION SPECIALIST

    USA Team

    Jennifer Peoples is a Cybersecurity Specialist whose journey reflects resilience and purpose. Growing up in the foster care system and later serving as a disabled U.S. Navy veteran, she overcame significant challenges to pursue success in technology. Her experiences shaped a deep commitment to creating access and opportunity through tech.

  • Confidence Osein

    DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP & CYBER SAFETY TECH EDUCATOR

    Nigeria Team

    Confidence Osein is a leading Digital Citizenship and Cyber Safety Tech Educator and the founder of Internet Safe Kids Africa, an initiative dedicated to empowering young people, families, and educators with the knowledge and tools to navigate the online world safely and responsibly. As a passionate Trust & Safety specialist, Responsible Tech advocate, and AI Ethics champion, she works at the intersection of technology, education, and child online protection.

Your Questions, Answered

  • STEM for Change is designed for middle school and high school students, especially student‑athletes, who are interested in STEM, technology, creativity, and building real‑world career skills.

  • The course runs for 8-12 weeks, with guided learning, hands‑on projects, and weekly deliverables designed to be manageable alongside school and athletic schedules.

  • No prior experience is required. The course is built to support beginners while also providing meaningful challenges for students with prior exposure to STEM or technology tools.

  • Students will need:

    • A device with internet access

    • A school or personal email address

    • Curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to try new things

    All required tools and platforms are introduced during the course.

  • By the end of STEM for Change, participants will complete:

    • A digital workforce portfolio built in Adobe Express

    • A community‑impact prototype aligned to a UN Sustainable Development Goal

    • A final presentation or pitch showcasing their work and learning

    • Progress toward or completion of an industry‑recognized certification pathway

  • Students will use:

    • Adobe Express for digital portfolios and branding

    • Microsoft tools (including Copilot, Teams, and Microsoft Learn)

    • Guided resources for AI and cybersecurity fundamentals

    All tools are introduced step‑by‑step during the course.

  • The course strengthens:

    • Digital portfolios for internships, college, or career exploration

    • Presentation and communication skills

    • Real‑world problem‑solving and innovation experience

    • Confidence in navigating technology‑driven career pathways

  • Participants receive:

    • Guidance from trained facilitators or coaches (Depends on tier selected)

    • Clear weekly instructions and rubrics

    • Feedback on portfolios, prototypes, and presentations

    • Access to resources and help throughout the program