How do talented individuals find their way into the rapidly evolving Web3 space? What pathways exist for students graduating with traditional degrees to transition into blockchain careers? And most importantly, what infrastructure can we build to make this journey more accessible?

Kid, the 23-year-old founder of Rujira Academy, addresses these critical questions in this wide-ranging conversation about education, employment, and the future of Web3 adoption. 

Drawing from his own journey as an economics graduate who navigated the complex transition into blockchain, Kid shares the insights that led him to create structured pathways for others.

Rujira Academy recently launched the Blockchain Futures Program with the University of Bristol and this comprehensive initiative combines technical development with crucial employment preparation – addressing not just the coding skills but the practical aspects of finding work in the industry. Through CV workshops, portfolio guidance, and access to industry networks, the program bridges the gap that currently exists between traditional education and Web3 opportunities.

Kid also shared his insights about delivering education opportunities globally. From Lisbon to Nigeria, where 80% of the population remains unbanked, he's witnessed how DeFi solutions can transform lives by eliminating predatory remittance fees and providing financial access to the previously excluded. These real-world impacts shift the perspective from theoretical technology advantages to practical human benefits.

Helios Horizons Ep.37 provides a thought-provoking discussion about building the bridges that will connect talented individuals with Web3 employment - through the power of educational pathways.

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