What truly goes into making an empowerment program successful? It’s not just about the training itself, but the meticulous planning, dedicated facilitation, and the tangible support provided to ensure participants can truly thrive. Senator Ezenwa Onyewuchi’s latest 3-week skill acquisition program, which concluded in mid-June, offers a compelling case study in comprehensive empowerment.
From day one on May 27th, the focus was on practical, hands-on learning. Experienced trainers guided participants through intensive sessions in Dry Foods Processing, Millinery, Fisheries, and Professional Culinary Arts. The atmosphere was one of eagerness and dedication, with trainees fully immersed in mastering their chosen fields.
A key highlight was the culminating certification and distribution of starter packs. It was inspiring to witness the joy and renewed hope on the faces of graduates as they received their NABTEB Modular Certificates, a national recognition of their newly acquired skills. But the real game-changer was the provision of essential tools:
- Culinary Arts graduates received full kitchen setups, signifying their readiness to step into the professional culinary world.
- Dry Food Processors were handed dehydrators and sealing machines, enabling them to launch their value-added food businesses immediately.
- Milliners and Cosmetologists walked away with sewing machines and comprehensive beauty kits, ready to unleash their creativity.
- Fisheries and Animal Husbandry participants were equipped with practical items like fingerlings and feed, paving the way for sustainable agricultural ventures.
These tools eliminate a major barrier for new entrepreneurs, ensuring that the training translates directly into economic activity.
Below are a few exclusive photos, offering you a deeper look into the daily activities of the program and the excited faces of our graduates as they receive their certificates and tools. This behind-the-scenes glimpse will showcase the true impact of Senator Onyewuchi’s commitment to empowering his constituents and building a more prosperous community.
