IdeeSkillCycle: Circular Skill-Sharing for Underserved Youth

IDEA IS UNIMPLEMENTED Through a circular exchange system, the youth-led, peer-to-peer digital platform SkillCycle enables young people—especially those from underprivileged and low-resource communities—to teach and learn critical skills from one another. SkillCycle uses a "give a skill, get a skill" model rather than monetary exchange. This value-neutral, time-based system encourages fair access to education and individual growth. Young people between the ages of 13 and 29 can sign up to share a skill they already have, such as writing, resume building, financial literacy, video editing, coding, or photography. They can access their peers' skills in exchange. Participants receive "Skill Credits" for each session they finish, which they can then use to access additional opportunities for learning from others. Traditional barriers like cost, location, and institutional access are replaced by mutual learning, creativity, and empowerment in the community of young changemakers that SkillCycle cultivates. Additionally, the platform encourages community leadership, sustainability, and social entrepreneurship-focused themed challenges, online mentorship circles, and local meetups. Inequality in education, infrastructure, or income restrict access to resources for skill development in many areas. By utilizing the potential of peer learning, SkillCycle breaks down these barriers and makes skills freely available, accessible, and community-driven.

My expertise is in youth engagement, creative communication, and social impact innovation, particularly in initiatives aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). I have experience in graphic design, social media strategy, campaign development, and student leadership, which enables me to translate complex issues into accessible and engaging content that motivates action. I can support organizations by: - Designing impactful visual content for awareness campaigns, events, and digital platforms - Connecting with other young changemakers to amplify peer-led solutions and grassroots impact Whether through design, strategy, or youth mobilization, I approach every collaboration with a creative and purpose-driven mindset, strongly believing in the power of innovation for social good.