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Don Bosco Skill Development Centre Fosters Self-Reliance to Tackle Unemployment

3 April 2025

Employment, Job Fair, Job Placement, Skills Training, Youth,

News written by: Fr Medi Sleevaraj SDB [INH JPN DIR DHISHA}

The Don Bosco Skill Development Centre Parvathipuram, Andhra Pradesh, recently concluded a three-month Tally course to equip unemployed youth, mainly from tribal communities, with essential accounting and financial management skills. The initiative, held in Manyam District, attracted 45 participants and marked a significant step toward tackling unemployment and fostering self-reliance in the region.

Parvathipuram Manyam district has a significant tribal population, and many young individuals in the region face barriers to higher education and formal employment. Limited access to quality education, vocational training, and job opportunities has contributed to unemployment and underemployment among the tribal youth. The Don Bosco Skill Development Centre aimed to bridge this gap by offering training in Tally, an accounting software. The programme provided much-needed skill development to help tribal youth gain employment in the financial and business sectors or even start their ventures. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to uplift tribal communities by equipping them with industry-relevant skills and improving their socio-economic conditions.

Inauguration and Insights from Leaders
Fr. Medi Sleevaraj, SDB, Director of the Centre, inaugurated the programme and emphasized the importance of skill acquisition in today’s evolving job market. He encouraged participants to view education and vocational training as key tools for career growth and self-sufficiency.

Fr. Suman SDB and Br. Antony SDB also addressed the students, highlighting the significance of skill development and quality work. They reinforced that technical expertise, professionalism, and dedication open doors to better employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Student Reactions and Community Impact
Participants expressed gratitude for the opportunity and shared how the training had boosted their confidence and job prospects. One student remarked, “Before this course, I didn’t know where I was going. Now, I have the skills to build my future.”

Beyond individual benefits, the initiative will have a positive ripple effect on the local economy. With newly acquired expertise, some students aim to secure jobs in accounting, while others plan to start their businesses, offering bookkeeping and financial consulting services.

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