AI Youth Lab
A creative, hands-on program where young people learn how AI works, use it safely, and build practical projects that solve problems, express ideas, and prepare them for an AI-enabled future.
Where young people start building with AI.
The AI Youth Lab introduces beginners, young people aged 13 and over to artificial intelligence through guided, hands-on learning. Across seven weeks and two live classes each week, participants discover how AI works, where it appears in everyday life, and how to use it thoughtfully.
Rather than simply learning about technology, participants use accessible AI tools to explore ideas, solve age-appropriate problems, and develop a final project they can confidently present. Each activity strengthens creativity, critical thinking, communication, and responsible digital decision-making. No previous coding or technical experience is required. The program provides a structured and safeguarded environment where young people can experiment, collaborate, and build confidence for an AI-enabled future.
Who this is for
- Young people aged 13 and over
- Curious learners who enjoy creating and exploring new ideas
- Students interested in future pathways in AI and technology
- Beginners ready to learn without previous coding experience
- Young people who learn best through hands-on projects and collaboration
- Families seeking a safe, guided introduction to artificial intelligence
Seven weeks of safe, hands-on AI learning.
Each week combines two live classes, creative activities and responsible-use learning in a guided environment. Explore each week to see what participants will learn and create.
Understanding AI
Learn what artificial intelligence is, how it works and where it appears in everyday life.
- Session 1: What AI is and how machines learn
- Session 2: Exploring everyday AI tools and applications
Creating With AI
Use beginner-friendly AI tools to turn ideas into images, stories, presentations and digital content.
- Session 1: Writing effective instructions and prompts
- Session 2: Creating and improving original digital content
Responsible and Safe AI Use
Understand privacy, misinformation, bias, digital footprints and the importance of responsible AI use.
- Session 1: Staying safe and protecting personal information
- Session 2: Recognizing unreliable, biased or AI-generated content
Problem-Solving With AI
Identify everyday challenges and explore how AI can support thoughtful, creative solutions.
- Session 1: Defining a clear and meaningful problem
- Session 2: Developing and comparing possible AI-supported solutions
Building an AI Project
Choose an idea and begin developing a practical, age-appropriate final AI project.
- Session 1: Planning the project, audience and intended outcome
- Session 2: Building the first version using accessible AI tools
Improving and Presenting Your Project
Test ideas, receive feedback and strengthen the project through teamwork, creativity and iteration.
- Session 1: Reviewing, testing and improving the project
- Session 2: Creating a clear and engaging presentation
Project Showcase and Future Pathways
Present the completed project, celebrate progress and explore future opportunities in AI and technology.
- Session 1: Final project preparation and presentation practice
- Session 2: Project showcase, feedback and next learning steps
Skills and confidence for an AI-enabled future.
Practical AI Confidence
Confidence using accessible AI tools to create, explore ideas and solve age-appropriate problems.
A Final AI Project
A completed personal project demonstrating creativity, responsible AI use and thoughtful problem-solving.
A Certificate
A certificate recognizing successful participation, learning progress and completion of the program.
A Supportive Community
Connection to a safe, supportive community of young AI learners and future innovators.
Who this program is, and isn't, for.
Being honest about fit means you get the most from your seat, and so does everyone else in the cohort.
This is for you if
- You are aged 13 or over
- You enjoy creating and experimenting
- You want safe, practical AI learning
- You can attend twice-weekly classes
- You are a beginner in AI
This may not fit if
- You are under 13 years old
- You want advanced technical AI training
- You prefer unsupervised, self-paced learning
- You cannot attend twice-weekly classes
- You are not willing to learn new things
A safe format designed for young learners.
Cohort-based
Learners progress together over seven weeks, sharing ideas, encouragement and creative experiences.
Live online
Two guided live classes each week, accessible from home in a safeguarded environment.
Project-driven
Each activity builds practical skills toward a final AI project participants can proudly present.
Instructor-Supported
Experienced instructors guide every session, answer questions and encourage safe, responsible exploration.
Making AI learning more accessible.
The AI Youth Lab is offered at no tuition cost to successful applicants through the Black AI Centre Impact Scholarship. Our goal is to help young Black learners develop practical AI skills, build confidence and explore future opportunities in technology.
COMPETITIVE ADMISSION · LIMITED SEATSA safe place to learn, create and grow.
Use accessible AI tools to transform original ideas into engaging digital content. Explore how artificial intelligence can support creative solutions to everyday challenges. Build and confidently present a final AI project demonstrating learning and creativity.
Program FAQs.
Participants attend two live online classes each week. Additional time may be needed for activities and the final project.
No. The program is beginner-friendly and requires no previous coding or artificial intelligence experience.
The program is offered at no tuition cost to successful applicants through the Black AI Centre Impact Scholarship.
Participants need a computer, reliable internet connection and access to the approved online learning tools.
Inform the program team as early as possible. Guidance will be provided to help you catch up.
Participants under 18 must provide consent from a parent or legal guardian before joining.
Classes are delivered in a guided, safeguarded environment with clear expectations for responsible participation and AI use.
Yes. Participants who meet the completion requirements will receive a certificate from the Black AI Centre.
READY TO START BUILDING WITH AI?
Whether you are a young learner or an adult beginner, the AI Youth Lab provides a safe, guided introduction to artificial intelligence, creative projects and responsible AI use.
Admission is competitive and Impact Scholarship seats are limited.