Marvin OnumonuCauseway Technologies has put another £1m into its partnership with the Royal Institution (Ri) to help grow UK digital skills and bring more young people into technology.
Over the next five years, the money will help the Royal Institution run more computer science masterclasses, not just in schools but also in youth clubs, sports groups and faith groups in areas that do not get much science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) education.
So far, the programme has delivered 117 masterclasses and reached over 3,000 students, giving them practical technology skills.
The next phase will focus on getting more girls involved and reaching more young people in under-served areas.
Phil Brown, executive chairman of Causeway Technologies, said: “As a construction technology company, we see every day how important digital skills are to the future of our industry.
“Yet too many young people, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds, still lack access to quality STEM education that could set them on that path.
“That’s why we’re supporting the Royal Institution to help bring computer science learning to the communities that need it most.”
Brown added: “We want every young person to have the chance to explore technology, build practical skills and see how they could one day contribute to industries like construction.
“Causeway is proud to power the next generation of innovators in construction tech and beyond.”
Causeway’s investment will also fund materials and workshops that community groups can use without needing expert knowledge, making it easier to run these sessions and keep the programme going long term.
Ben Dornan, computer science masterclass coordinator at the Royal Institution, said: “Our Ri Masterclasses provide an inspiring and interactive learning environment, showing young people that computer science is not just for the classroom but can be an exciting and rewarding career path.
“By working with local community groups, we can reach those who might not otherwise have access to these opportunities, helping them to unlock their potential and gain the skills needed for a future in technology.”
Paul Devlin, CEO at Causeway Technologies, said: “Having built our own construction technology platform CausewayOne from the ground up, we understand first-hand the advanced skills, creativity and hands-on experience it takes to develop industry-transforming solutions.
“That’s why this partnership matters so much, it’s not just about education, it’s about investing in British talent to grow the digital capabilities our industry urgently needs.”
