Dreams to Reality:
Pathways to Careers
Pathways to Careers
From insights to inspiration, immerse yourself in a unique chance for our Learners to connect, learn, and be motivated for their career pathways ahead. Step into the role of experts across sectors through hands-on experience. Don't miss out on the spark that could ignite a lifelong passion!
EXPOSURE AND DECISION MAKING
Children get exposure to a wide range of career options across different sectors, helping them understand the diversity of professions available. It encourages open-mindedness, helping children break away from stereotypical career choices.
ROLE MODELS AND CONNECTIONS
Children need the opportunity to connect with professionals to serve as powerful role models, inspiring children to pursue their passions and dream big and leading to meaningful mentorship and future opportunities.
SECTORAL INTERDEPENDENCIES
Understanding the interdependency and interconnectedness of different sectors is crucial in today's dynamic and complex world. Industries are constantly evolving, and professionals who understand the interdependency of sectors are better positioned to adapt to changes.
Location
Date & Time
Saturday
17 August 2024
9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
17 August 2024
9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
AGE
10 - 19 years
Schedule
9:45 AM
Registration
Our Learners arrive at 9:45 AM to receive their speaker allocation and agenda for the day. Students will be welcomed by the UpStudio Africa team. The registration table will close at 10:00 AM.
10:00 AM
Breakout Workshops #1 - #3
Our learners will choose from five facilitators upon registration. Each 40-minute engaging workshop will be hands-on and engaging. There are limited seats available for each facilitator per time slot. The final schedule for each child will be shared upon registration in the morning.
12:10 PM
Lunch Break
Take a break, meet and exchange ideas with your peers. Snack away with your take away lunch boxes!
12:30 PM
Breakout Workshops #4 - 5
Our learners will choose from five facilitators upon registration. Each 40-minute engaging workshop will be hands-on and engaging. There are limited seats available for each facilitator per time slot. The final schedule for each child will be shared upon registration in the morning.
1:55 PM
Wrap-Up & Feedback
Students will have an opportunity to ask any final questions and learn more about what UpStudio Africa has to offer to support their career goals.
Speakers
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Sadick Masomhe
Chief Technology Officer
WAZOHUB TECHNOLOGIES
WAZOHUB TECHNOLOGIES
Understand the intersection between the world of software engineering and entrepreneurship with a hands-on innovation ideation in the IT sector
Farha Mohamed
Head of Products
SELCOM
SELCOM
Learn the basics of the digital finance sector through the eyes of Selcom's range of payment integration, delivery and microfinance platforms
Megha Unadkhat
Paediatric Cardiologist
J. KIKWETE CARDIAC INSTITUTE
J. KIKWETE CARDIAC INSTITUTE
Want to become a medical doctor in Tanzania? Learn the stories from the first-ever replacement of a stenotic pulmonary valve
Adnan Mohammed
Chief Executive Officer
KLEENAIR
KLEENAIR
Understand how Kleenair has build compressed natural gas (CNG) bi-fuel systems as an alternative, greener solutions to modern day vehicles
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Linus Ndongwe
Chief Operating Officer
KAZI YETU
KAZI YETU
Learn the basics of tea processing and tea tasting with Kazi Yetu, as you explore how to expand reach of local products in local and global markets
Jane Mgone
Design Thinking Expert
UNICEF
UNICEF
Explore the design thinking process as you try to solve the world's most pressing challenges from youth development to access to health care
Maryam Zialor
Owner
SNO CREAM
SNO CREAM
Explore the world of ice cream innovation and business management with the owner of the oldest ice cream brand in Tanzania
Grace Assenga
Forensics Auditor
A & K TANZANIA
A & K TANZANIA
Learn more about the exciting world of forensics auditing - interviewing, handwriting analysis and fraud detection through thrilling stories of forensics!
CREATIVES
Gladys Aswile
Research and Education Officer
UBONGO KIDS
UBONGO KIDS
Learn how to develop educational cartoons and innovative learning with Africa's leading children's edutainment and media company
Elisha Simon
Managing Director
NEIKED
NEIKED
Learn to craft a narrative in the world of marketing and strategic communication through the lens of creative video and music production
Dreams to Reality Recap Jan 2024
Dreams unfolded, aspirations ignited! More than 60 enthusiastic students embarked on a journey of discovery, guided by 10 phenomenal speakers from diverse professions. Here's to the power of dreams and the collective inspiration that filled the air. Students explored everything from aerospace engineering with Captain Brian Wamala from Air Tanzania to basics of civil engineering with Lulu Alliy to photography with Gervaz Lushaju! Watch highlights from this special event!
Location
Toranj
Hill Rd, Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Directions
Transportation is not provided. Drop-offs and pick-ups are directly to be made from Toranj. Late pick-ups (5 mins after 2:00 PM) will be charged a Tsh 10,000 late fee in cash.
Hill Rd, Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Directions
Transportation is not provided. Drop-offs and pick-ups are directly to be made from Toranj. Late pick-ups (5 mins after 2:00 PM) will be charged a Tsh 10,000 late fee in cash.