– Multi-year initiative to expand the tech skills of youth in Greater Manchester and increase the talent pool in the tech sector
– Supports local government strategy to transform Manchester into a UK tech powerhouse
MANCHESTER, UK, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) and the Manchester United Foundation have launched the DXC Digital Futures Academy, a four-year educational program for secondary school students in the Greater Manchester area. .
By developing key soft and technical skills, the Academy strives to support and empower young people, connecting them to opportunities they might not otherwise have access to, enhancing their career prospects and shaping the future of work.
In the first wave, 50 students between the ages of 12 and 13 will be selected for the four-year educational program. They will be taught technology skills spanning a number of key areas including automation, big data, virtual reality, and security, as well as professional development skills.
The Digital Futures Academy curriculum has been co-created by technology experts from DXC, the Manchester United Foundation and local teacher advisory groups. Together, they will use mentoring, personal development, and hands-on sessions to build the social leaders of the future. At the end of the program, students will be supported with pathways to higher education, universities, apprenticeships, and employment.
“We are proud to partner with the Manchester United Foundation to use our technology skills to make a positive impact in local communities,” said Mary Finch, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at DXC Technology. “With Digital Futures Academy, our colleagues will use their energy, passion, and technical expertise to educate and inspire young people on their academic and professional journeys.”
“This project has been a year in the making and we are witnessing the start of an initiative that will demonstrate long-term commitment to the 50 young people involved,” said John Shiels MBE, Manchester United Foundation CEO. “It demonstrates a real collaboration between us, the faculty and DXC and it is hoped that by the end of the four-year program, everyone involved will be in a position of choice as to what their path as adults will look like.”
In addition to being Manchester United’s digital transformation partner and lead shirtsleeve partner, DXC is the presenting partner of the Manchester United Foundation. In this role, DXC focuses on using technology to educate and inspire a new generation of STEM students. DXC and the Manchester United Foundation will work closely with local government authorities, including Manchester City Council, to support the city in its mission to become a technology powerhouse. By introducing students to the key skills required in the technology sector, the Academy will help build a future pipeline of local digital talent.
“Manchester has one of the largest creative and digital sectors in Europe. Opportunities for talented young people with technological skills are growing all the time,” Cllr said. Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council. “The Digital Futures Academy is perfectly aligned with our strategy of supporting our youth, especially those who may not have previously seen the benefits of such opportunities, to equip themselves with the skills they need to succeed in key growth sectors. in a prosperous and inclusive economy”.
The Digital Futures Academy is one of several social impact initiatives DXC is running globally. In October 2023, DXC announced the expansion of its DXC Dandelion program to help neurodivergent individuals build careers in the IT industry.
Schools participating in Digital Futures Academy include:
1) Stretford High School, 2) Great Academy Ashton, 3) Middleton Technology School, 4) Manchester Academy, 5) Whalley Range 11-18 High School, 6) Levenshulme High School
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About the Manchester United Foundation
The Manchester United Foundation uses football to engage and inspire young people to build a better life for themselves and unite the communities in which they live. Dedicated staff provide community outreach and educational programs to help youth make positive decisions in their lives.
Contactos de medios: Jonathan Davies, DXC Technology, Jonathan.davies@dxc.com; Rebecca Mee, Manchester United Foundation, Rebecca.mee@mufoundaiton.org
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