5th Edition Youth Empowerment Program: "Beyond Education"
Date: September 11, 2021
Location: The Rembrandt Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos
On September 11, 2021, the Prince Michael Atobatele Foundation celebrated the 5th anniversary of its Youth Empowerment Program with the event “Beyond Education.” The event honored Uzii with a heartfelt memorial service, followed by our annual summit and empowerment program. The competition, held from August to September at the Women Development Centre, Egbeda, featured 85 talented youths vying for empowerment opportunities. Ultimately, 50 youths emerged victorious, receiving support in the following categories:
- Fashion Design: 20 youths
Catering: 15 youths
Barbering: 15 youths
The 5th edition commemorated the memory of Late Prince Michael Atobatele, who passed away in 2016. The program included a memorial service, a summit, and an empowerment program. Attendees gathered to celebrate Prince Michael’s legacy and continue his dream of helping others. The foundation provided support in various areas, including sewing machines, gas cylinders, and clippers, to empower beneficiaries in their respective fields.
Since its inception in 2017, our Youth Empowerment Program has fostered self-reliance and community development among young people. To date, over 180 youths have been empowered with various resources, opportunities, and mentorship in their vocational skills, enabling them to start or further their businesses and contribute positively to society.
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Future Prospects
This year’s empowerment program reaffirms our mission to create opportunities for underprivileged youths, helping them transform their potential into tangible success. We are committed to expanding our reach and impact, with plans to engage more youths in skill-building activities. The winners will continue to receive support to ensure their sustained growth and development.
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