GECPD’s economic self-reliance programs aim to break the cycle of poverty and dependency by equipping women and youth with the skills and resources they need to thrive economically. Our approach includes:

Technical and Vocational Education and Training:

• We offer a range of vocational courses tailored to local market needs, including Tailoring and Garment Making; Hair Dressing and Beautification; Catering and Hospitality Management; Carpentry and Joinery; Welding and Metal Fabrication; Electrical Installation and Wiring; .
• Our training programs include Entrepreneurship and Business Management Skills modules to support women and youth engaged in Business.

Employment Facilitation:

• We partner with local businesses to create internship and job placement opportunities for our graduates.
• Our career counselling services help trainees identify and pursue suitable employment options.
• Conduct market studies to identify market skill needs which inform our course content hence enhancing the employability of our TVET graduates.

Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) Programs:

• We train rural communities in sustainable farming techniques that are resilient to climate change.
• Through our CSA demonstration plots, we have developed resilience by teaching communities water conservation techniques, drought-resistant crops, and soil management.

Access to Business Capital:

• Through partnerships, we have enhanced access to business grants, and investment capital to women and youth entrepreneurs.
• Our business incubation services support women and youth in developing and implementing business plans.

Through these programs, we’re not just creating individual success stories, but building a more robust and inclusive economy for Somalia.