Project Report
| Jan 20, 2025
Monitoring of Fashion Trained Teenage Mothers
By Foluke Ademokun | Project Leader
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Introduction
Purpose of the Report: To assess if some of the beneficiaries who were trained in fashion, were utilizing the sewing machines effectively for empowerment purposes.
Background Information: The apprenticeship lasted for a year. From March 2023 to March, 2024. This was to enable the teenage mother beneficiaries learn sewing skills, pattern drafting, stitching techniques, gain practical experience in handling various fabrics and designs and develop customer service skills relevant to the trade. They were also drilled through technical skills such as basics of sewing and tailoring, business skills such as pricing and negotiation strategies, and marketing and client relationship management. Personal development such as time management and organization and building self-confidence and independence.
Rationale for Providing Sewing Machines:
- As an empowerment tool because sewing machine is a critical asset that enables the TMs to immediately apply their skills and start earning an income.
- Sustainability: By owing a machine, they can establish long-term self-employment rather than relying on temporary opportunities.
- Independence: The machine reduces dependency on external resources, allowing them to work from home or set up small workshops.
- Skill Utilization: It ensures that the skills acquired during the apprenticeship do not go to waste due to lack of tools.
Methodology
- Visited the beneficiaries’ locations (homes)
- Interacted with them to gather information about the usage of the sewing machines.
- Observed their work environment to verify usage.
Findings
I noticed and also observed that two (2) out of the three (3) Teenage Mothers (TMs) are actively using the machines.
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Aug 12, 2024
Field Report Abia Teenage Mothers Programme`
By Foluke Ademokun | Project Leader
Overview
The Knitting Empowerment Training program for 10 teenage mothers in Abia State reached its 10th week. This week marked a significant advancement in the training, with the introduction of advanced knitting techniques. The program aims to equip these young mothers with the skills needed for self-sufficiency and economic empowerment, progressing beyond basic skills to more sophisticated techniques.
Participants
- Total Number of Participants: 10 teenage mothers
- Absentees: 1 participant was absent due to her baby's illness.
Training Activities
- Introduction of Advanced Knitting Techniques: This week, the training focused on advanced knitting techniques, building on the foundational skills previously taught. This phase is crucial for enhancing participants' skills and creativity, aiming to enable them to create more intricate and marketable products.
- Trainees’ Commitment: The participants who attended the sessions demonstrated significant dedication and enthusiasm. Their active engagement and eagerness to master new techniques underscore their commitment to the training program.
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Apr 15, 2024
Field Report: TMEProject April 2024
By Foluke Ademokun | Project Leader
1.0 Monitoring visit to the Teenage Mothers:
The Foundation embarked on series of field visits to monitor the empowered teenage mothers at their respective places of engagement in order to measure their level of commitment and progress, as well as, receive feedback on training. The field team received very positive feedback on trainees’ participation and attitude to work as well as the Foundation’s commitment from the trainer. Please see pictures below
Two girls will be graduating from their tailorung vocational skills training in the last week of April.
Meanwhile, the Foundation has commended a study on teenage pregnancy in Abia state, Study findings shall be shared subsequently.
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