Langaville – A community skills development outreach programme in Langaville continues to empower the unemployed.
The iKhaya Lothando Craft-Work and Skills Empowerment community development project was established in 2019 at the Al-Yasin Masjid Community Centre.
They provide skillsets in beadwork, embroidery and some marketing skills.
On Saturday, 13 of their 15 members received completion certificates for the project.
According to the director of the project, Mthokozisi Maseko, they have set a target to enrol 50 people for next year’s intake.
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“The project has a massive impact on the lives of our members, especially for women.
“They are now able to create their own products and earn an income from their creations,” explained Maseko.
In the first week of December, they will be hosting their first free market with a showcase of their various products.
They plan on making this an annual event.
“This is a major milestone for us. It shows that we are growing.
“Going forward, we plan on having our showcase where our members will be able to sell and showcase their products to the rest of the community.
“This will teach our beneficiaries business values,” said Maseko.
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The next intake of members will be taught business management skills, the basics of accounting and bookkeeping.
Maseko said the goal is to equip marginalised people within the community with skills they can put to good use.
Community members who would like to take part in the project can visit the centre, opposite the ZCC Church in Langaville.
They are also pleading with the community for donations (funds or materials).
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