Thirty young people from six districts in northern Ghana have successfully completed intensive poultry production training, gaining critical skills for self-employment.
The initiative, organized by the Ghana Developing Communities Association (GDCA), is part of a broader project to foster social cohesion and economic empowerment in cross-border areas.
This training, the third cohort under the PARCS initiative, is funded by the French Development Agency and is designed to promote sustainable livelihoods. Beneficiaries were taught poultry housing, health, nutrition, and marketing strategies, empowering them to begin their poultry businesses.
The PARCS project, launched in December 2022, aims to train 240 youths across various sectors, including agro-processing and plumbing, over three years. Through this program, the trainees are also being linked to the Ghana TVET Service for certification, enhancing their employability.
Alhaji Osman Abdel-Rahman, Executive Director of GDCA, noted that earlier batches of trainees are already contributing significantly to local job creation. He highlighted the training’s role in preventing the youth from being drawn into extremist activities, as the regions border conflict-prone areas.
The life skills component of the training was facilitated by experts, who ensured that the young participants gained valuable insights beyond technical skills, including customer service and social cohesion. One beneficiary, Miss Rukaya Yakubu, expressed gratitude, emphasizing how the program not only taught her poultry production but also fostered community bonds among diverse ethnic groups.
This training is a key part of the GDCA’s mission to provide holistic development for rural youth, ensuring they are equipped for a sustainable future while contributing positively to their communities.
