In 2012 BT launched BT Digital Champions, in association with the children’s charity The Transformation Trust, to encourage young people across the UK to share their digital skills with older generations.
Each student taking part volunteers to spend at least an hour with someone in their local community, teaching them the basics of using a computer and getting online: how to connect to the internet, how to find a website and how to send an email. This makes a huge difference to the lives of people in their neighbourhood.
Schools that take part in the programme can apply for tickets to Rock Assembly – the loudest and most glamorous end-of-term music extravaganza - with some of the biggest acts around, as featured in the video above.
“An incredible experience”
St Mary’s High School Cheshunt helped 3,000 people get online and were announced winners of BT Digital Champions 2014 at the Wembley Arena celebration. One of their volunteers, Emily, gave her thoughts on BT Digital Champions and Rock Assembly.
What did you enjoy most about BT Digital Champions?
“Having responsibility and being able to share what I know with my family, friends and community. Also, it boosted my confidence”
Who did you share your internet skills with?
“My Dad, my Nan and people in my community”
What did you show your learner to do?
“I showed them how to send emails, search Google, and generally how to navigate the internet”
Did you enjoy at Rock Assembly?
“It was an incredible experience. I enjoyed being with my friends, and the artists that performed were incredible. It was a good reward for our work”
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