Last updated on 29/02/2024 

Humans in the Loop (HITL) is a hybrid social enterprise established in 2017 in Sofia, Bulgaria, aiming to support refugees, migrants, internally displaced people and people living in conflict affected zones by providing them with an access to opportunities to develop their digital and language skills through our training and digital employment programmes. They offer courses for adults and teenagers and also career consultations. 
Some of the courses are:

  • HITL Stars Courses - The HITL Stars program combines English language and IT lessons for conflict-affected people. We run two levels of the course simultaneously - beginner and intermediate. The beginners course covers basic computer skills and IT required for daily life, while the intermediate course focuses more on IT and communication skills that are needed in the workplace. For 12 weeks our trainers deliver the course via Zoom meetings twice a week.
  • HITL Digital Science Course - HITL Digital Science course is targeting students, aged 13 - 18, coming from conflict-affected areas who are interested in a career in the IT sector. The teaching program is developed by Telerik School Academy and is delivered by Humans in the Loop Foundation and covers basic software and app development, information about different IT careers and more. The course is delivered online in English and/or Bulgarian.
  • HITL Business Stars Course - Our 12-week training programme for refugee entrepreneurs gives them a head start in marketing their small business or the products they make, and includes support with marketing plan development; basic graphic design to create logos and marketing materials; basic training on how to create a website or online shop using WordPress for their business.

Humans in the Loop Foundation is extending an invitation to job seekers for their Career Counselling Program 2024.

Are you ready to secure your dream job in your field of expertise?
With HiL assistance, you can fine-tune your CV to meet job requirements, perfect your cover letters, and optimize your LinkedIn profile using advanced AI tools.
These steps will help you create an impressive profile that will catch the attention of hiring professionals and recruiters.
We will help you practice your interview readiness skills and gain knowledge and valuable insights to land your desired professional role.
Requirements:
Applicants must have legally recognized refugee status (temporary protection) in Bulgaria
and a good, well-spoken level of Ukrainian language.
Format:
Online one-to-one meeting with a Social mediator from Humans in the Loop at a convenient time for you.
To join the program, please complete the form by this link https://trainings.humansintheloop.org/application-form-career-counseling-ukrainian/, and they will contact you.
Also, feel free to give them a call at +359882170093.
 

 

 

The Humans in the Loop Foundation announces a new Introduction to Graphic Design course starting May 27, 2024.

The free course is designed for people with good English and IT skills who would like to build a successful career as graphic designers.
To take part in this course, you must have a good command of English, as the course will be conducted in English, and have good IT skills, such as being able to use a computer easily, including: zooming in and searching search engines like Google, etc.

Duration: 12-week programme starting from 27 May 2024, with the following timetable:

Mondays and Fridays => 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm.

Who can apply: Individuals who are 18 years of age or older coming from or residing in conflict-affected areas.

Follow the link below to apply:

Translated with DeepL.com (free version): https://trainings.humansintheloop.org/hitl-intro-to-graphic-design/

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A prior appointment with a member from Humans in the Loop staff is necessary. All courses are free of charge. Sometimes euipment (dekstop computers) is provided for those who do not have a laptop or a computer. 

If you have been unable to sign up for one of the courses, you can sign up in a Waiting List. Everyone who has signed up will receive information about the new courses in April - November 2023 through email.