A young Salvadoran named Gerardo Moran has shared his inspiring journey after completing El Salvador’s Bitcoin diploma program, called “Mi Primer Bitcoin” or “My First Bitcoin.” The program, supported by the Ministry of Education, has enabled Moran to educate teachers at his former high school about Bitcoin.
In a series of tweets on July 8, the 18-year-old revealed that participating in the Bitcoin diploma program allowed him to leave behind his previous job in construction, where he earned a mere $6 a day. Moran had been working since the age of 11, primarily in construction and tourism, and he had always wondered why Salvadoran citizens had to work so hard for minimal rewards.
Realizing that earning $6 a day was not sustainable, Moran took a leap of faith and quit his job without knowing what opportunities lay ahead. Fortunately, his school announced a call for students interested in the Bitcoin diploma course, and Moran eagerly applied. He excelled in the program and is now taking the lead in Bitcoin education in his hometown. He is currently training and teaching the Bitcoin diploma course to a group of eight senior professors at his former high school, Antonio J. Alfaro.
The Mi Primer Bitcoin program has received significant support from Bitcoin education advocates worldwide. Generous individuals from countries like Poland and Canada have donated over 1 BTC to support the growth of El Salvador’s Bitcoin diploma program. These donations were sent via the Lightning Network, a second-layer scaling solution for Bitcoin.
El Salvador’s government has been actively focusing on educating its citizens about Bitcoin, particularly teenagers. Gilberto Motto, the director of education in El Salvador, stated in August 2022 that the government prioritizes Bitcoin education as part of its initiatives.
Gerardo Moran’s inspiring journey showcases the potential for educational programs like Mi Primer Bitcoin to empower individuals and contribute to the adoption and understanding of Bitcoin in El Salvador.
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