What is the BøthOfUs Project?
BøthOfUs is all about empowering digital growth and driving digital transformation through innovative tech tools. At its core, this project is focused on creating world peace by leveraging digitalisation, innovation, and technology. It’s not just about tech for tech’s sake — it’s about building and enhancing innovation ecosystems, developing capacities, and fostering skills, especially among youth and women. The project partners with a wide range of stakeholders, from public institutions like ministries and embassies to international agencies such as the UN and the African Union. The goal? To create meaningful change by connecting communities, governments, and innovators through digital solutions.
Main Benefits of the BøthOfUs Initiative
Here’s what makes BøthOfUs stand out:
- Funds 6 startups and SMEs with grants covering up to 50% of development and design costs (a commitment fee applies).
- Offers youth job readiness and competency development programs focused on the digital sector.
- Partners with a diverse network including public-private partnerships, higher education institutions, vocational schools, and civil society organizations.
- Co-designed and co-led projects with UN Habitat, focusing on digital skills development for youth and women-led organizations across 6 countries.
- Advocates for international collaboration to strengthen digital innovation and policy-making.
Collaboration and Partnerships
BøthOfUs thrives on collaboration. It works hand-in-hand with public institutions like ministries, embassies, judicial and health sectors, as well as private institutions specializing in digitalisation and innovation. The project also partners with international agencies such as the UN, Commonwealth, Sahel, African Union, and the European Union. Civil society groups, community-based organizations, youth organizations, and agricultural cooperatives are all part of this vibrant network. This broad collaboration ensures that the project’s impact is both deep and wide, reaching local communities and influencing global agendas.
Focus on Youth and Skills Development
One of the standout features of BøthOfUs is its dedication to youth empowerment. The project offers job readiness programs and competency development specifically tailored for the digital sector. This means equipping young people with the digital and soft skills they need to thrive in today’s fast-changing world. The capacity-building efforts extend to women-led organizations as well, ensuring inclusivity and diversity. By connecting youth organizations with city leaders, BøthOfUs helps shape better policies and decision-making processes that directly affect young people’s futures.
Digital Tools and Innovation
Digitalisation is at the heart of what BøthOfUs does. From web and mobile tools to design creation, the project supports the development of tech solutions that drive innovation. It’s not just about creating fancy apps or websites — it’s about building tools that solve real problems and foster collaboration. The approach is hands-on and user-focused, with prototype designs created quickly to gather feedback and involve users early on. This ensures that the technology developed is practical, accessible, and impactful.
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 4: Quality Education – through skills and competency development programs.
- SDG 5: Gender Equality – by empowering women-led organizations and promoting inclusivity.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – supporting startups and SMEs with funding and digital tools.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – building innovation ecosystems and digital infrastructure.
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions – advocating for international collaboration and better governance.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – fostering multi-sector partnerships locally and globally.
Get Involved and Connect
BøthOfUs invites local changemakers to become country or regional partners. The belief is simple: local people understand local markets best, and they’re the key to driving real change in their societies. If you’re passionate about making a difference and have the time to contribute, this project offers a platform to collaborate and innovate together. Reach out, connect through their social media channels, or drop an email to start a conversation. Together, it’s possible to create world peace through technology and shared vision.
