What We Do · On the Ground

Training Hands.
Changing Lives.

From sewing machines to computer screens — CHYCF is equipping young Nigerians with the skills, confidence, and credentials to build their own futures.

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Vocational Skills

3-Week Tailoring & Fashion Skills Training Seminar

CHYCF ran an intensive three-week training seminar equipping participants with practical tailoring and fashion skills. Trainees worked on industrial JUKI sewing machines under the supervision of skilled instructors — learning fabric handling, cutting, stitching, and garment construction from start to finish.

3 Weeks intensive training

30+ Trainees per cohort

Hands-on Practical instruction

Each trainee received dedicated machine time and one-on-one guidance throughout the seminar. The programme targeted unemployed youth and women who need a tangible, income-generating skill they can take directly into their communities. Graduates leave with both a certificate and a trade.

Group of tailoring trainees at industrial sewing machines during the 3-week seminar

Young trainee operating JUKI sewing machine during skills training seminar

Male trainee at sewing machine with supervisor in background

Trainee in headwrap carefully sewing blue fabric on industrial machine

Trainee focused on sewing with peers at machines in the workshop

Trainee in yellow vest working at sewing machine during the seminar

Trainee at sewing machine being supervised by instructor in high-vis vest

Digital Literacy

Computer & ICT Skills Training

CHYCF's computer training programme gives youth and women access to digital opportunity. Participants learn computer fundamentals, office productivity software, internet navigation, and essential digital tools — opening doors to employment, entrepreneurship, and civic participation in an increasingly connected world.

2 Training venues

Mixed Gender-inclusive cohorts

Sessions are held in dedicated computer labs with individual workstations and in smaller group settings with shared laptops. Instructors project lessons in real time so every participant can follow along, regardless of prior experience. The programme is designed for absolute beginners.

Full computer lab with trainees at individual workstations during ICT training

Trainees working on laptops in computer training session

Computer lab session with multiple trainees and instructor supervising

Trainer closely assisting participant on laptop during ICT class

Group of participants gathered around laptops with facilitator standing

Women's Empowerment

Women for SMEs — Training Outreach

CHYCF ran a dedicated outreach programme to train women in small and medium enterprise (SME) skills — equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to start, manage, and grow their own businesses. The programme covered enterprise planning, market access, financial management, and practical business development.

Women Focused beneficiaries

SME Business skills focus

This outreach brought together women from across the community for structured sessions on entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. Participants gained actionable insights into running small businesses — from record keeping and pricing to customer service and growth strategies relevant to the Nigerian market.

Large group of women gathered at CHYCF's Women for SMEs training outreach programme

CHYCF team at the Women for SMEs community outreach site

Women participants engaged at the SMEs training seminar session

Women participants seated and attentive during the SMEs training workshop

CHYCF facilitators and participants at the Women for SMEs community field visit

Engaged women participants at CHYCF's SME entrepreneurship training event

Governance & Advocacy

Visit to the Ministry of Youth & Development, Kaduna

CHYCF made an official visit to the Kaduna State Ministry of Youth and Development to strengthen ties with government, advocate for youth-focused policies, and align our programmes with state development priorities. The visit opened important channels for collaboration and resource mobilisation on behalf of our beneficiaries.

The delegation held discussions with ministry officials on joint programming, funding opportunities, and referral pathways for youth and women completing our training programmes. Engagements like this ensure CHYCF's work is recognised at the highest levels and connected to broader state-level initiatives in Kaduna.

CHYCF team photo outside the Kaduna State Ministry of Youth and Development

CHYCF delegation in discussion with Kaduna Ministry officials during advocacy visit

CHYCF team group photo at the Ministry of Youth and Development, Kaduna

CHYCF team and trainees group photo following the certification event with ministry presence

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Whether you want to volunteer, sponsor a training cohort, or partner with us — there is a place for you in this work.