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Published: 18 Jun 2025 41 views
The Black Youth AI Fellowship is an 8-week virtual program designed to equip Black university students in Canada with real-world AI skills, mentorship, and a national network — all for free.
Whether you’re into business, science, design, or the arts — AI is transforming every field. You’ll learn new tools, build real-world projects, and gain the confidence to lead with AI.
You don’t need to know how to code. All you need is curiosity, creativity, and commitment to learn.
The Black Youth AI Fellowship is a free, national fellowship for Black post-secondary students who want to explore the power of artificial intelligence and gain job-ready digital skills.
In just 8 weeks, you'll walk away with:
Real-World AI Skills: Learn how to use AI tools and applications used in today’s job market
Hands-On Experience: Solve real business problems through weekly case studies and a final hackathon
Boost in Credentials: A certificate of completion, and a project portfolio that stands out on university applications or job resumes
Industry Mentorship: A national network of mentors, peers, industry pros, and future collaborators from across Canada
Pathways to What’s Next: Exposure to careers, internships, and entrepreneurial pathways
Confidence to turn your curiosity into real-world impact
The program is delivered virtually and accessible to students across Canada. No tech background? No problem. Bring your curiosity and ambition — we’ll help you with the rest.
Tribe Network is a community of racialized people pursuing technology, entrepreneurship and innovation in Canada. We support our members by providing access to relevant resources and comprehensive programming designed to help entrepreneurs of all sizes start, build and scale their businesses.
| Application Deadline | 01 Jul 2025 |
| Country to study | Canada |
| Type | Fellowship |
| Sponsor | Tribe Network |
| Gender | Men and Women |
It’s 100% free, and we’ll support you with access to the tools you need
Black students enrolled in a Canadian college or university (undergraduate or graduate)
No tech background needed — all you need is a computer, internet access and a willingness to learn.
Program Format
Length: 8 weeks
Dates: July 7 – August 29
Live Sessions: Once a week (120 minutes)
Extras: Weekly team office hours + curated case study readings
Each session includes:
Learning from an industry expert and Tribe facilitator
A group case study challenge tied to a real-world AI use case
Access to tools and support to help you succeed
Final Week: You'll wrap up with a national hackathon where you apply what you've learned to solve a creative AI challenge.
Timeline (Summer '25 Cohort)
Applications Open - May 22, 2025
Applications Close - June 22, 2025
Program Start - July 7, 2025
Program End (Hackathon) - August 29, 2025
For more details, visit Tribe Network Fellowship webpage
