rmdawida Ronnie, [07.10.2024 17:18]
The past few weeks have been incredibly rewarding for our team, despite facing some challenges that ultimately help us grow. Our commitment to promoting and expanding the Bitcoin circular economy means we’re constantly gathering feedback from the community and engaging in brainstorming sessions with those we collaborate closely with.

Organizing community events can be tricky, especially since informal groups often lack set schedules and it can be costly to create new opportunities. However, by integrating our efforts into existing activities and securing some airtime for our initiatives, we’ve found effective ways to engage.

As we continue to onboard new partners, we're focused on educating both organized and unorganized groups about Bitcoin. We’ve also explored collaborations with established community institutions that offer various ICT courses. Many of these institutions have agreed to integrate Bitcoin fundamentals into their curricula, and we’ve been mentoring instructors, some of whom are nearing completion of their Bitcoin Diploma. It’s exciting to see that some have even printed their own copies of the diploma from [My First Bitcoin](https://myfirstbitcoin.io/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bitcoin-Diploma-2024-PDF.pdf). These colleges are now well-positioned to host bootcamps and workshops where we can invite experts to discuss Bitcoin.

We also envision these centers as hubs for community support, helping individuals troubleshoot any technological challenges they face, given that they are equipped with internet access and computers.

A significant barrier in Bitcoin training has been the perception that people need to learn additional skills applicable to their daily lives. Our partnerships allow us to teach the Bitcoin diploma alongside other relevant courses, adding real value for learners and boosting enrollment at these institutions.

Students involved with Afribit will participate in activities that promote the Bitcoin circular economy and foster community engagement through peer education campaigns. With existing courses on financial management, we plan to incorporate content on how Bitcoin enhances financial inclusion and serves as a tool for savings and investment.

This partnership will also facilitate research to gather crucial feedback on community needs, challenges, and perceptions of Bitcoin, informing ongoing educational efforts and program development. Additionally, we aim to create tailored educational content that addresses community needs. Afribit will support instructors with stipends in the form of SATS as an incentive, and our charity framework will help these institutions develop and enhance their infrastructure.

Finally we  plan to involve interns in onboarding merchants and contributing to our loyalty program. Our goal is to forge more partnerships that promote and deepen Bitcoin adoption, ultimately expanding the circular economy within the community.

rmdawida Ronnie, [07.10.2024 18:22]
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