Skill Acquisition: SADI, Oguntoyinbo Foundation Empower Youths In Oyo Town • Provide Start-Up Grants (PHOTOS)
In an impact-driven collaboration aimed at combating youth unemployment and fostering financial independence, the Seyi Adisa Development Initiative (SADI Nigeria) has partnered the Oguntoyinbo Foundation to provide comprehensive vocational and technical skill training to young people in Oyo Town.
This empowerment initiative includes training in Web Designing, Bag Making, Shoe Making and Leather Works, Hair Care and Beauty, Cakes and Confectioneries and Digital Marketing.
Others include Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Financial Literacy, and Life-building Skills, to equip participants with the tools needed for independence and sustainable livelihoods.
In an effort to further promote entrepreneurial ventures, the Oguntoyinbo Foundation provided start-up equipment to outstanding beneficiaries, enabling them to launch their businesses and contribute positively to their families, communities and the local economy.
The initiative, which was carried out in two phases, not only focused on technical and vocational training but also emphasized leadership development and personal growth.
newsarena.ng reports that beneficiaries of the program were integrated into the iLead Leadership Program, and also trained on life building skills which aims to enhance their leadership skills, sense of responsibility, and enhance their self-esteem
Adelayo Adeyemo, Programs Manager at SADI Nigeria, expressed her gratitude for the collaboration with the Oguntoyinbo Foundation, highlighting the critical need for more partnerships that focus on youth development to tackle unemployment and poverty in Nigeria, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 1 and 8.
She said “At SADI Nigeria, we are committed to creating opportunities that enable young people to thrive. This partnership with the Oguntoyinbo Foundation has been vital in bridging the gap between talent and opportunity.
“We look forward to further collaborations that will drive sustainable empowerment for youth across Nigeria.”
“This milestone represents a significant step in youth empowerment and calls for more partnerships aimed at creating long-lasting, impact in the youth development sector in Nigeria.
The Seyi Adisa Development Initiative (SADI Nigeria) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through youth development, education, health, and infrastructure.
SADI Nigeria continues to bridge the gap between opportunities and young talents across Nigeria.
For more information and partnership visit www.sadinigeria.org or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn @sadi_nigeria. Contact: +234 816 303 4216
