Micro-interview with Code Club creator Jayantika

Jayantika is a 15-year-old Code Club creator from rural Pune, India. This inspiring young coder started as a Code Club creator and is now a peer mentor for other creators in her club.

In this short interview, she talks about her Code Club experience, the positive impact it’s had on her life, and her motivation for supporting other young people in her village to learn to code.

Enjoy this micro-interview with Code Club creator Jayantika! 

Let’s get started…

Why did you decide to become a peer mentor?

I’ve been part of my Code Club, run by the BIDKAR FOUNDATION who provide coding opportunities to young people in rural areas of Pune, for the last three years.

Seeing the positive impact coding has had on my life inspired me to support others. So I became a peer mentor to share my coding skills with children in rural areas who have fewer opportunities than those in urban schools.

I believe coding opens doors and helps young children express their creativity. By mentoring, I hope to prepare them for a future that is increasingly driven by AI and technology.

How has being a peer mentor positively impacted you?

I feel more confident — being a peer mentor and teaching others enhances my own understanding of coding. Young people’s positive feedback also boosts my confidence and shows I’m making a meaningful impact through collaborative learning.

It’s also rewarding. It allows me to share my passion for coding, and I can help foster a supportive environment. And I love working with my teammate, Ruturaj, who is my brother. Together, I feel we’re making a difference for the other creators who attend Code Club.

What I love most is seeing children in rural areas grow confident in coding and problem solving. It’s inspiring to watch them transform, knowing they’re gaining skills that can open doors to global opportunities and help bridge the digital divide in their communities.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to become a peer mentor at their Code Club?

I would encourage them to become a Code Club peer mentor because it’s a rewarding experience. Mentoring allows you to share your passion for coding, build your skills, and make a meaningful impact on young learners.

Thank you, Jayantika!

If you enjoyed this micro-interview, check out our others; for example, hear from Terrell in England and learn about how he helps his friends with their coding projects.

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