Lebanon Digital Livelihood Academy

Lebanon Digital Livelihood Academy

Digital Livelihood Academy

In 2023, we introduced the Digital Skills Education Program in Lebanon.
This initiative is designed to equip young, underprivileged women with the tools and knowledge needed to access secure, remote, and well-paying job opportunities. By focusing on cutting-edge digital skills, this program empowers participants to shape a brighter, more sustainable future for themselves and their communities.

Why Lebanon?
Lebanon continues to host the highest number of refugees per capita worldwide, about one in four people, of which approximately 1.3 million are Syrian and Palestinian refugees. Besides pushing 80% of its population into poverty, the country’s socioeconomic crisis is causing a failing education system, affecting the most vulnerable and impacting a sustainable future

Highlights from 2023

In December 2023, 108 Lebanese and Syrian girls graduated from MOTG’s Digital Skills Education Program with an impressive 80% graduation rate. Students participated in courses on Coding, Web Development, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)—each consisting of 50 hours of training.

The program’s impact went beyond the classroom: 20 students earned scholarships from Beirut AI and the Zaka Foundation to further their education. With a strong focus on practical learning, students left the program equipped to enter the job market.

As Maria Casini, our Head of Operations, noted:
“Education is the foundation for a brighter future.”

Evaluating the Impact in 2023

75%

Attendance Rate

across all three classes

92%

Assignment Submission Rate

of assignments were completed and submitted

96%

Positive Student Feedback

with 4% reporting neutral feedback

100%

Parents’ Satisfaction Rate

in face-to-face evaluations

95%

Teacher Satisfaction Rate

approval of program handling and outcomes

Amplifying Our Impact in 2024

Amplifying Our Impact in 2024
Semester 1
Semester 2

Amplifying Our Impact in 2024

Building on the success of 2023, we expanded our Digital Skills Education Program. In 2024, we aimed to amplify our impact with several strategic enhancements, including:

  • Increased accessibility: Expanding from one semester to two trimesters, enabling us to reach more students throughout the year.
  • More frequent classes: Transitioning from one day per week to three or four days per week.
  • Doubling enrollment: Welcoming boys into the program while maintaining a 70% female participation rate.
  • Introducing Robotics: Adding new courses like Robotics to equip young girls with advanced technological skills.

This approach allowed us to reach a more diverse group of students, ranging from youth aged 14–17 to housewives aged 21+, providing them with tools to thrive in our increasingly tech-driven world.

Semester 1

In the first trimester, we focused on equipping Lebanese youth with essential digital skills for today’s tech-driven world. The program offered courses in Web Development, Robotics, and AI and provided a supportive environment for students who lacked access to laptops or internet at home.

Results:

  • 120 students registered, with 80% being girls.
  • 70 out of 90 students received a Good Grade Certificate—a 35% increase from 2023.
  • 69 students graduated, marking a 75% graduation rate.
  • 93% of students reported positive feedback about their experience.

These results highlight the growing impact of the program, demonstrating how accessible education can unlock potential and create future job opportunities for underserved youth.

Semester 2

The second trimester shifted its focus to supporting individuals aged 21+ through courses specifically designed to enhance employability and entrepreneurial skills. Held twice a week at our partner university in Aley, the program primarily targets unemployed women (80%) and men (20%), equipping them with the tools to improve their job prospects, achieve financial independence, and access opportunities to work safely from home.

This trimester offered three key courses: Basic Computer Skills, Digital Marketing, and Graphic Design. With 73 students enrolled as of September 2024—and more participants still joining—the program is set to run until March 2025, continuing to provide essential skills to participants and opening new doors. 

Student Testimonials

”If I look back 3 months ago, I wouldn’t have imagined something close to technology in my career choices. My experience with the MOTG Digital Academy was a changing point in my life! My classmates, my teacher, and the way things went, made me fall in love with robotics!”

”I am forever grateful to have had the chance to be part of such an amazing course! I believe my future is brighter after this experience!”

”It was an awesome experience with a supportive teacher who was a friend to us. We learned extremely useful content to become the future developers!”