"As we help to raise our children's self-esteem, we also increase their personal power. When we encourage them to be confident, self-reliant, self-directed, and responsible individuals, we are giving them power." - Louise Hart, U.S. Psychologist,Educator
Creating a community of learners
The Intel Computer Clubhouse Network is an after-school community-based technology learning program that enables youth in underserved communities to acquire tools necessary for personal and professional success.
A Computer Clubhouse is more than just a safe environment for youth; it is also a creative place where a "community of learners"—young people working with adult mentors and staff—use technology as a tool for learning and creative expression. The supportive learning environment within the Computer Clubhouses enables young people to build skills as well as self confidence.
The philosophy of the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network is "beyond access," a place where young people use professional hardware and software to create computer-based projects inspired by their own ideas. The Computer Clubhouse Network operates as a program of the Boston Museum of Science in cooperation with the MIT Media Lab.
Quick Facts
The Computer Clubhouse program was created in 1993 by the MIT Media Lab and the Computer Museum, now part of the Museum of Science, Boston.
There are now more than 100 Computer Clubhouses in the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network. Located in more than 20 countries, Computer Clubhouses have served more than 25,000 youth.
Average attendance: Most Clubhouses report seeing an average of 50-60 members per day, with the average Clubhouse member coming 2-3 days per week (strong "repeat" attendance). On average, most Clubhouses report seeing at least 150 different members each week
Intel World Mural Project
To celebrate Intel's 40th anniversary, Intel volunteers worked with youth from computer clubhouses around the world to envision what computers will enable in the coming 40 years.
