Skills Development

Programme Goal

To equip unemployed and vulnerable young men (18–35 years) with practical skills, life skills, and entrepreneurship opportunities that improve their ability to earn an income and contribute positively to their communities.

2. Barbering and Grooming Skills

Training in:

• Hair cutting

• Beard grooming

• Customer care

• Hygiene

• Small business management

Outcome: Employment or self-employment as a barber.

3. Entrepreneurship and Small Business Skills

Training in:

• Business planning

• Marketing

• Record keeping

• Customer service

• Pricing products and services

• Managing profits

Outcome: Young men can start small enterprises..

4. Agriculture and Food Production

Training in:

• Vegetable production

• Poultry farming

• Indigenous crops

• Irrigation basics

• Agricultural entrepreneurship

Outcome: Food security and income generation

5. Construction and Maintenance Skills

Basic training in:

• Painting

• Tiling

• Plumbing repairs

Outcome: Access to skilled trade opportunities.

6. Leadership and Community Service

Training in:

• Leadership

• Teamwork

• Public speaking

• Project management

• Community volunteerism

Leadership development is a common feature of effective youth empowerment programmes.

7. Life Skills and Personal Development

Training in:

• Self-discipline

• Communication skills

• Conflict resolution

• Time management

• Goal setting

• Financial literacy

• Responsible fatherhood

Employers increasingly value communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills alongside technical skills.