MindAfrica is hosting the 2016 edition of the School Maker Faire with over 300 young makers from primary, junior and senior secondary schools in Port Harcourt, on the 15th of October.

The School Maker Faire is a celebration of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness among school children. It showcases brilliant projects by makers who are exploring new forms and new technologies, hence, an inspiring event for kids bursting with creative ideas and excitement to get more into making and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math).

This call is for adult Makers (tech enthusiasts, inventors, crafters, tinkerers, engineers, creative artists, and anyone who fully embraces the do-it-yourself (or do-it-together) spirit and wants to share knowledge and skills with young students at the event. 2016 School Maker Faire will host amazing DIY workshops of all kinds for kids ages 8 – 17. Participation is free.

Who is eligible:
The MindAfrica School Maker Faire is not a passive sit-down experience; it is a hands-on, community-based learning extravaganza that inspires everyone to become a Maker. Eligibility is for:
• Makers: Adult makers with the skills and experience in making – creating, inventing or modifying things, who are able to facilitate hands-on workshops exploring new forms and new technologies across STEAM fields for kids.
• Excellent Mentors: Caring adults who have the patience to guide young makers at their pace; participate actively and practically (not theoretically), and willing to share knowledge and expertise.

Areas of interest include the following:
• 3D Design and Printing
• Arduino Programming and Open Source Hardware
• DIY Electronics
• Coding
• Arts & New Craft
• Mechanics and Motors
• Aerodynamics and Rocketry
• Energy & Sustainability
• Fashion & Wearable Technology
• Hacks and Home Automation
• Open structures and Architecture
• Music & Sound
• Recycling & Creative Reuse
• Robotics
• Science


FAQ
• How long will the Call for Makers stay open?
The deadline for application is September 23, 2016.

• Where will the MindAfrica School Maker Faire take place?
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

• We are a group of makers, can we apply?
Group applications are welcomed; however, groups must be able to simulate their projects for review before the event and provide major learning materials for the proposed workshop activity.

How to Apply
Kindly send an email to info@mindafrica.org containing your Name, Contact details, Interested Workshop Activity, Work Experience and Expertise, Links to images of previous works, and a brief summary of why you are interested.

What Happens Next
Following your submission, you will receive an email confirming that we have your application. If you don’t receive your confirmation email within 48 hours, call 07065677422. This confirmation does not constitute acceptance to the MindAfrica School Maker Faire.

You’ll be notified via email about your acceptance to the event. Once accepted, you will be asked to provide us with more detailed information about yourself or your organization. After which, you will be scheduled for a meeting where you will demonstrate your proposed workshop activity. Once concluded, begin to plan for a general Training of Trainers (T.O.T) Meeting.

For any questions, comments or clarifications please send an email to info@mindafrica.org