Call for Applications: NITDA Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative for All Nigerians

DL4ALL is an initiative empowering every citizen with the digital skills they need to thrive in today’s interconnected world. The vision – To create a digitally literate Nigeria where everyone can access opportunities, contribute to development, and secure a brighter future.

Programs :

 Inclusion of digital literacy into the curriculum of schools. NITDA is working with the Federal Ministry of Education to ensure that every Nigerian student graduates with 21st-century digital skills, from primary to tertiary institutions.

 Digital literacy training and certification for the workforce. NITDA is partnering with public sector leaders and industry experts to equip the workforce with the skills needed for Nigeria’s digital transformation. This program will lead to a professional digital literacy certification, enabling global job mobility.

 Digital literacy program for the informal sector Through collaboration with the NYSC, State Governments, and private partners, we’re empowering citizens across all 774 LGAs with the foundational digital skills needed to thrive in the digital economy.

Goal – To achieve 70% digital literacy by 2027.
Together, we can bridge the digital divide. Let’s build a brighter, digitally literate Nigeria!

Target Beneficiaries
The DL4ALL Initiative aims to reach a broad and diverse population across Nigeria to bridge the digital divide.

These include:

Children & Youth: Equipping the younger generation with digital literacy skills will prepare them for future careers and foster innovation in the digital economy.

Adults: Upskilling the existing workforce with digital literacy will enhance employability and participation in the online world.

Senior Citizens: Empowering older adults with digital skills will facilitate access to essential services, improve social connections, and combat digital isolation

Training Proficiency Level

The DL4ALL initiative has training content at two proficiency levels:

• Foundational Level – for learners with no prior experience using technology.
• Intermediate Level – to build upon foundational skills and offer training in more advanced digital applications relevant to study, work and daily life.

Digital Literacy Competence Areas: Based on the National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF), digital literacy has six competence areas

Information & Data Literacy: Equips individuals with the capacity to effectively find, evaluate, and manage information encountered in the digital space.

Problem Solving: Equips individuals with the ability to identify and resolve technical challenges effectively.

Digital Content Creation: Equips individuals with the knowledge and ability to create and share digital content responsibly.

Communication & Collaboration: Focuses on the skillset required to utilize digital tools for online communication and collaboration.

Devices & Software Operation: Focuses on the ability to use various digital devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, computers) with ease.

Safety: Focuses on the understanding and practices necessary to navigate the internet safely.

Get more details and enroll here