 Having skills in software, designing, creative production, animation, 3D, music or photography is desirable but not essential. Being a willing learner and sharer is very important. Mentors help youth express themselves through technology. Equally important, they focus on developing positive relationships. Experienced Mentors realize that it’s better to follow the interests of the Members, instead of having the Members follow the Mentor’s interests. Successful Mentors also become “mutual learners”, they empower young people by encouraging Members to teach them about technology. "The Computer Clubhouse gives participants the opportunity to become designers and creators, not just passive consumers of technology." What is a Computer Clubhouse? The Computer Clubhouse provides a creative and safe after-school learning environment where young people from under-celebrated communities work with adult mentors to explore their own ideas, develop skills, and build confidence in themselves through the use of technology. Most Computer Clubhouses are located in low-income areas where young people don’t normally have access to technology. Computer Clubhouses are now located in more than 20 countries worldwide. Clubhouse 274 is the first Computer Clubhouse in New Zealand and is located just of Te Irirangi Drive in Otara. What makes the Computer Clubhouse so special? The Clubhouse is guided by four principles:
"Members come because they want to, not because they have to." Ways to Become Involved as a Clubhouse Mentor As a Mentor, you can:
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