Aberdeen Data Meetup 01 April 2025

Inspiring the Next Generation of Data Experts and Coders: Why and How? - Dina Fajardo

How do we grow the next wave of data-savvy thinkers and builders? This talk explores why it’s critical to invest in young people’s data and coding skills—not just for future careers, but for confident participation in a digital world. Dina will share insights from Dexterity Club, a hands-on initiative designed to spark curiosity and creativity in coding, and reflect on what’s worked, what’s surprised us, and what’s still to come.

Dina's bio: Dina Fajardo is an education expert with over a decade of experience leading innovative projects around the world, many of which focus on educational technology and developing digital skills. She recently completed a PhD in Education at the University of Cambridge and now consults on international initiatives, including Cambridge's Digital Education Futures Initiative. She is also the co-founder of Dexterity Club. This Netherlands-based initiative designs playful, hands-on programmes to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and build digital and computer science skills in young people, caregivers, and teachers.

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This event is organised by a charity - Code The City.

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Those attending the physical space meetup should attend at 6pm for pizza and drinks. The talk will be from 6.30pm. Doors will be locked from 6.30pm.

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