In Mali, a new professional training centre has been established to provide opportunities for women and young people to acquire skills and become entrepreneurs. The Centre de Formation Professionnelle Teriya de Sénou (CFPS-T) offers training in various fields, including food production, transformation, and marketing, as well as tailoring, soap-making, and beauty treatments. The centre's goal is to equip women and young people with the skills and knowledge needed to start their own businesses and become self-employed.
A recent open day event was held at the centre to showcase its activities and productions. The event, which was presided over by Yaya Togo, representative of the Minister of Employment and Professional Entrepreneurship, brought together trainees, their parents, trainers, and several officials and guests. The event provided an opportunity for participants to discover the centre's offerings and meet with potential partners and investors.
According to the centre's promoter, Samaké Oulematou Barry, the CFPS-T is currently supporting 15 young women in various fields of training. The centre's objective is to encourage young women to become entrepreneurs and not rely solely on salaried employment. Barry emphasized that the centre aims to empower women and young people to create their own jobs and businesses.
The centre's promoter highlighted the challenges faced by women, young people, and people with disabilities in accessing professional training and income-generating activities. The CFPS-T was established to address these challenges and provide opportunities for marginalized groups. Barry called on the Malian authorities and individuals to support the centre's development.
Yaya Togo, representing the Minister of Employment and Professional Entrepreneurship, praised the centre's initiative and encouraged the promoter to continue her efforts. Togo assured that the ministry would support initiatives that promote training and empowerment of young people and women. He also thanked the trainers and encouraged the trainees to continue their efforts.
The open day event included an exhibition of works produced by the trainees, showcasing the centre's capabilities and the impact of professional training on entrepreneurship. The event concluded with the presentation of a recognition award to the centre's sponsor and artistic performances by the young trainees.
The Centre de Formation Professionnelle Teriya de Sénou has been recognized as a promising initiative that deserves encouragement and support. The centre's focus on empowering women and young people through professional training and entrepreneurship is seen as a vital step towards promoting economic growth and development in Mali.
Key points
- The Centre de Formation Professionnelle Teriya de Sénou provides training and professional insertion opportunities for women and young people in Mali.
- The centre's goal is to equip women and young people with skills and knowledge needed to start their own businesses and become self-employed.
- The centre currently supports 15 young women in various fields of training.
