Organiser

COCHIN

Categories

Training, Education

Project Description

COCHIN successfully conducted the graduation ceremony for participants who completed its Baking Skills Development Course. This initiative, part of COCHIN’s Skills Empowerment Program, aims to equip orphans and vulnerable youths with vocational skills, preparing them for self-reliance and entrepreneurship. The course was designed specifically for orphaned youths from across Nigeria, empowering them with practical baking skills to create employment opportunities and build sustainable livelihoods.

Course Focus

  • Bread and pastry making
  • Cake baking and decoration
  • Small-scale bakery management
  • Entrepreneurship and financial literacy

Key Outcomes

  • Skill Acquisition: All 30 participants completed the course, acquiring advanced baking skills, including bread-making, pastry preparation, and cake decoration. Each participant demonstrated proficiency in a range of techniques, culminating in a practical exam where they baked a variety of goods, which were showcased at the graduation event.

  • Entrepreneurial Training: Alongside the technical baking skills, participants received training on how to set up and manage a small bakery. This included lessons on financial literacy, customer service, and marketing strategies. The course provided participants with the tools needed to start their own businesses or secure employment in the food industry.

  • Mentorship and Support: Each graduate was paired with a mentor, a local baker or business owner, to provide ongoing guidance and support as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey. Additionally, COCHIN provided graduates with starter kits containing essential baking tools to help them kickstart their businesses.

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Impact on the Community

The Baking Skills Development Course has had a far-reaching impact, not only on the participants but also on the wider community. The newly trained bakers now have the potential to become small business owners, contributing to the local economy and creating jobs. This program has also raised awareness about the importance of vocational training in transforming the lives of vulnerable children and youths.

 

Conclusion

The graduation of participants from COCHIN’s Baking Skills Development Course marks a significant achievement in our mission to empower vulnerable children. Through skill acquisition and entrepreneurial training, these youths now have the tools to create sustainable livelihoods, break the cycle of poverty, and contribute positively to their communities. COCHIN remains committed to expanding this initiative and ensuring that more children have access to life-changing opportunities like this.