At DataKirk, we’re passionate about empowering underrepresented communities through digital innovation. Over the past year, we’ve been part of an exciting project that united young people, youth workers, and academic experts to explore the world of game design. Funded by the INCLUDE+ Network and supported by YouthLink Scotland and Abertay University,…
Introduction: A Mother’s Tears and a Child’s Dream Last year, I Fash Fasoro met a remarkable 15-year-old who shared her story with me. She couldn’t travel or enjoy school holidays like her peers because her single mother worked multiple shifts just to keep food on the table and a roof over…
With the incredible support of our advisors, volunteers, partners, and community members, the DataKirk delivered a remarkable year of social impact in 2024, empowering communities and transforming lives. Thank You for 2024! To our 2024 stakeholders: Your contributions made all this possible. From your generosity to your belief in our mission,…
From August 5th to 9th, 2024, Falkirk became a hub of innovation and learning as it hosted the highly anticipated Datakirk Smart Summer Camp. Designed for young tech enthusiasts, the camp provided an immersive experience in the world of coding, data science, and digital design. The five-day event was packed with…
On August 1, 2024, our peer coordinators had the honour of participating in the Social Action Project Showcase held at BBC Scotland’s Pacific Quay in Glasgow. This event brought together dynamic young leaders from various organisations, including Passion4Fusion, Youth Community Support Agency (YCSA), African Challenge Team and many other inspiring peer…
We’re happy to share the exciting activities from the DataKirk Summer Smart Club, which took place from July 8th to July 12th, 2024. This week-long program was packed with technology and creativity, designed to ignite the passion for STEM in young minds. Objectives/Goals of the Camp The primary objectives of the…