Brooklyn Public Library's Teen Techies program marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating over 2,000 graduates who have contributed 20,000 service hours. This initiative offers youth hands-on tech training through a two-week workshop and a six-month volunteering commitment at library branches. Graduates have found careers at major tech companies and developed vital soft skills, aiding academic and professional journeys. Support from various partners underlines the community's commitment to youth development in a rapidly-evolving tech landscape.
"When Teen Techies started in 2005, we could not have imagined the giant leaps technology would take: the proliferation of social media, smart phones, cloud computing, AI and so much more," said Linda E. Johnson, president and chief executive officer of Brooklyn Public Library.
"These competencies have helped participants navigate both academic and professional paths with confidence."
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