COMMUNITY PROJECT CONCEPTS

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Digital Sovereignty, Youth Development, Indigenous Epistemology, Education David Hovell Digital Sovereignty, Youth Development, Indigenous Epistemology, Education David Hovell

COMMUNITY PROJECT #405 - THE SHED CODING WĀNANGA

Mission Statement:

To activate the "Universal Constructor" capability of our rangatahi by establishing a grassroots network of garage-based coding clubs that transform digital consumers into sovereign creators.

The Needs Assessment:

Our rangatahi in Te Tai Tokerau are often caught in the "Static Society" trap, where the colonial education system fails to provide a narrative of connection or high-tech success. This project addresses the lack of accessible, culturally grounded pathways into the digital economy, preventing "brain drain" and addressing high NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) rates.

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