Zagreb, Croatia – August 28, 2024 – This summer, tech entrepreneur and co-founder Damir Firšt joined the Innovation Academy to teach at the AI Whizz program, introducing high school students to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI). Through this module, Firšt guided students in understanding how AI operates, showcased exciting real-world examples, and discussed the technology’s potential for future advancement.

The Innovation Academy, an annual summer school in Croatia, has been equipping high school students with essential skills since 2017 through programs like AI Whizz, Future Skills, Digital Skills, Robotics, and more. Over the past five years, the Academy has engaged more than 500 young minds, empowering them to explore technology, leadership, and entrepreneurship in a hands-on learning environment.

For a glimpse into some of the websites and AI-driven content created by Innovation Academy students, see projects here. These examples showcase the creativity and skills students have developed through the AI Whizz program.

The Innovation Academy program is part of the unique ZABUM (For the Future of Youth) initiative launched by the UNICEF Office in Croatia. The program is implemented by the Croatian Office for Creativity and Innovation (HUKI).

For more information on the Innovation Academy and its programs, visit https://huki.hr/en/projekt/innovation-academy/.