Code Camps
Kids ages 9–15 explore computer science through fun, hands-on activities — coding a robot, animating a cartoon, or building their own games and mobile apps.
Inspire · Enable · Empower
Every Filipino child can be a creator of technology.
DEVCON Kids makes computer science and AI accessible and fun for kids — especially in underserved communities — so they can thrive in an ever-digital future.
Our Mission
Making computer science accessible — and fun — for every kid
DEVCON Kids is an international non-profit providing equitable access to foundational computer science education for children, so they can:
- Build confidence to succeed in computer science
- Grow interest in STEM across all subject areas
- Dream of — and pursue — STEM-related careers
Since 2018, we've brought coding classes, programming activities, competitions, and expos to the Filipino youth — from Manila to Mindanao, and even Los Angeles, USA.
What We Do
Programs built for curious young minds
Aligned with K-12 computer science standards and led by trained, experienced Lead Learners.
New!
Hour of AI
Our traveling AI literacy program — micro:bits, TPBot smart cars, and AI lenses land directly in kids' hands, many writing their very first lines of code.
Discovery Expos
Play, learn, and code! K-12 children, parents, and friends come together for a three-hour, science-fair-style festival of hands-on Computer Science stations.
Competitions
Virtual and in-person competitions where kids team up, test their skills against other chapters, and build confidence and problem-solving superpowers.
Lead Learner Workshops
Community members train to become the dedicated educators who guide and inspire young minds — gaining tools, knowledge, and teaching methodologies.
Say hello to Codey!
Our mascot reminds every kid: you don't need to be a genius to code — just curious.
Get Involved
Our Chapters
From Luzon to Mindanao — and beyond
10 chapters and growing, powered by volunteers bringing tech education to their communities.
Cagayan de Oro
The first chapter outside Metro Manila (2018), with strong DICT Region X partnerships.
Davao
Empowering kids in underprivileged areas, from SOS Village code camps to remote outreach.
Cebu
Young professionals and students showcasing teaching robots and microcontrollers.
Iligan
Closely aligned with the city's IT initiatives — reaching even GIDA communities.
Manila
Home of the "Hour of AI on the Road" school tour across the city.
Iloilo
Bringing AI-lensed robotics and career symposiums to Panay's schools.
Los Angeles, USA
Our first international chapter, launched 2022 with Faith Church LA.
+ Bukidnon, Laguna & Legazpi
More communities joining the movement. Want DEVCON Kids in your city?
Open a ChapterAI Angat Caravan reaches Iligan's north
At Tabunan Elementary — a geographically isolated school with no mobile signal — kids built flood-warning systems with micro:bits while teachers learned to teach AI offline. Three Starlink Minis brought everyone online.
#AIAngat #HelloCodeMindanao Caravan kicks off in Bukidnon
Lurugan National High School hosted Day 1: teachers dove into Responsible AI and Hour of AI sessions — aral ngayon, AI trabaho bukas in a real classroom.
#MindanaoCaravan"Build Beyond" with Sui Foundation
A year-long partnership brings nationwide developer events and code camps — plus AI-lensed robotics kits and micro:bits already in kids' hands in Pangasinan and Iloilo.
#BuildBeyondAI robotics at Iloilo National High School
Students explored machine learning through micro:bit AI Lenses and TP Bots at a high-impact career symposium — where software meets hardware.
#DEVCONIloiloHour of AI on the Road launches in Manila
140+ students at Melchora Aquino Elementary jumped into AI with unstoppable enthusiasm — first stop of a city-wide tour with ING and Nmblr AI Foundry.
#HourOfAIDavao Code Camp: mBot Workshop
Young innovators at Anawim Elementary went from coding on screen to building and testing their very own robots during Davao Startup Week 2025.
#LearnThroughPlayAccess, not ability, is what holds Filipino youth back. Every single session closes that gap — one hour of code at a time.
— Pam Ros Damarillo, Founder & Program Director, DEVCON Kids
Join the Movement
Everyone has a role to play
Tech education can't be a privilege of location. Here's how you can help make it universal.
Volunteer
Great with kids? We always need helping hands for on-ground and online events across our chapters.
Become a VolunteerPartner With Us
Support our events, sponsor hardware kits, and collaborate with chapters in high-need communities.
Become a PartnerOpen a Chapter
Bring the love for computer science to more cities. Let's talk about starting DEVCON Kids where you are.
Start a ChapterDonate
Invest in future STEM leaders. Sponsor a scholar or fund the tools we use in our events.
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