Designed as a summer adaptation of the BoostIT Turbo format, these BoostIT summer workshops offer themed afternoon sessions. The topics are practical and accessible, focusing on everyday digital needs, autonomy and socio-professional integration. These digital workshops run by the CPAS of Brussels are aimed at young people living in the City of Brussels, including Laeken, Haren and Neder-over-Heembeek, whether they are students, jobseekers or at risk of disengagement.
Practical and accessible digital workshops
The BoostIT training team designed the BoostIT Summer Workshops to address very practical needs among young people:
- Administrative procedures ■ : better manage online administrative procedures ;
- Employment ■ : use AI in a job search; create or improve a CV ;
- Creation ■ : develop digital content and boost creativity ;
- Office tools ■ : discover digital tools useful for work and everyday life ;
- Optimisation ■ : make better use of a computer or smartphone, including maintenance and optimisation ;
Each morning session focuses on a specific theme through practical exercises, real-life scenarios and concrete projects. The aim is to offer a less academic and more participatory approach to digital skills.
In line with the teaching approach developed through the BoostIT programme, the workshops are based on an active and inclusive methodology. Participants mainly learn by doing, in a supportive environment that encourages mutual support, experimentation and renewed self-confidence.
A re-engagement tool for young people distant from digital technology or employment
Through these workshops, the BoostIT programme also seeks to reach young people who do not always take part in traditional training schemes. Open access, flexible daily formats and a practical approach help reduce some of the barriers commonly faced by NEET young people or those distant from employment.
The project is part of a broader effort to tackle the digital divide and support the autonomy of young adults in the Brussels area.
CPAS Brussels Summer Workshops: Practical Information
The workshops are free of charge and open to all, subject to availability.
📍 Target audience:
- Young people aged 18 to 30;
- Residents of Brussels, Laeken, Haren or Neder-over-Heembeek.
💻 Computer equipment can be provided if required.
📅 The full schedule of workshops is available on BoostIT communication materials and shared by partners involved in socio-professional integration.
BoostIT Summer Workshops Schedule 2026
1 July 2026 — Complete your tax return with MyMinFin
This workshop provides a practical introduction to the official Belgian platform MyMinFin. Participants will learn to:
- Log in to and navigate the MyMinFin platform;
- Understand key information in a tax return;
- Complete a simple administrative form online;
- Gain greater autonomy in everyday digital administrative procedures.
8 July 2026 — Manage your documents with Adobe Acrobat
A full day dedicated to managing PDF documents and using office tools relevant for studies, employment, or administrative procedures.
Learning objectives:
- Export and edit PDF documents;
- Create digital forms;
- Merge or split PDF files;
- Explore optical character recognition (OCR) tools.
13 July 2026 — Boost your CV with AI
This workshop introduces participants to the use of artificial intelligence to enhance their CV and better showcase their professional background.
Participants will learn to:
- Improve a CV using AI tools;
- Tailor a CV to a specific job offer;
- Identify and highlight their experience;
- Apply the STAR method to structure and present competencies
22 July 2026 — Find your job in one day
A full day focused on online job search methods and building autonomy in the application process.
Objectives:
- Search effectively for job opportunities online;
- Understand best practices for job searching;
- Submit job applications online;
- Identify useful platforms for employment and training.
29 July 2026 — BoostIT Studio: Your CV in a Short Video
This creative workshop invites participants to produce a short presentation video, inspired by formats commonly used on social media.
Participants will learn to:
- Produce a short video;
- Structure a clear and visually engaging message;
- Develop their digital presence;
- Improve their confidence in speaking and on camera.
5 August 2026 — Write your cover letters with AI
A practical introduction to the use of artificial intelligence in professional writing.
Learning objectives:
- Generate a cover letter using AI tools;
- Tailor an application to a specific job offer;
- Improve the tone and structure of a written text;
- Learn how to review and edit AI-generated content.
12 August 2026 — Save time with your keyboard
A practical workshop to help participants work more efficiently on a computer through keyboard shortcuts and simple automations.
Participants will discover:
- essential keyboard shortcuts;
- tips for working faster;
- simple automation tools;
- methods to improve their digital comfort.
19 August 2026 — Give your smartphone a fresh start
This session aims to help young people regain control of their smartphone and their data.
On the agenda:
- freeing up storage space;
- organising files and apps;
- improving phone performance;
- understanding good digital management practices.
26 August 2026 — Improve your Word layouts
A workshop focused on readability and the professional presentation of documents.
Objectives:
- using styles in Microsoft Word;
- improving the layout of a document;
- visually structuring content;
- creating clearer and more professional documents.
2 September 2026 — Boost your LinkedIn
This session helps participants develop their professional online presence.
Young people will learn how to:
- create or improve a LinkedIn profile;
- work on their digital image;
- understand recruiters’ expectations;
- highlight their experiences and skills.
9 September 2026 — Manage your money with Excel
An introductory Excel workshop using practical examples linked to budgeting and personal organisation.
Learning objectives:
- create a simple budget;
- use basic Excel functions;
- sort and organise data;
- carry out simple calculations that are useful in everyday life.
CPAS Brussels Summer Workshops: Practical Information
The workshops are free of charge and open to all, subject to availability.
📍 Target audience:
- Young people aged 18 to 30;
- Residents of Brussels, Laeken, Haren or Neder-over-Heembeek.
💻 Computer equipment can be provided if required.
More information
Young people or professionals wishing to receive additional information and the educational content of the BoostIT Summer Workshops can contact the team at the following address:
Please include:
- Your full name;
- Your postcode of legal residence;
- Where applicable, the themes or periods you are interested in.
A Project Supported by the ERDF
The BoostIT programme is implemented at the initiative of the Public Centre for Social Welfare (CPAS) of the City of Brussels and is funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
The computer equipment made available to young participants has notably been provided thanks to the support of DigitalForYouth, the King Baudouin Foundation, and SmartCity.
Through this project, the CPAS of Brussels and its partners aim to contribute to strengthening digital inclusion, autonomy, and access to employment for young people in Brussels.
