Improve Livelihoods of Disadvantaged Youth Through Crop Production and Horticulture Training at Don Bosco Youth Training Center (DBYTC) Project
Empowering 100 to 150 disadvantaged youth annually, aged 15 to 25, through comprehensive training in crop production and horticulture at Don Bosco Youth Training Center, targeting rural young people in a region where agriculture dominates economically but youth participation remains low.
The broader goal is revitalizing southern highlands agriculture by equipping participants with modern farming and entrepreneurial skills to decrease rural-urban migration.
Key personnel: Fr. Fredrick Swai, Cassian Bilikwija, Joseph Ngomite.
As of the last update: construction of a classroom (50-student capacity), teacher office, and storage facility was nearing completion. A second funding installment was expected in July following interim report submission. Planned activities included facility completion, equipment installation, greenhouse setup, and farm field preparation, with the project expected to conclude in December.
Key personnel: Fr. Fredrick Swai, Cassian Bilikwija, Joseph Ngomite.
As of the last update: construction of a classroom (50-student capacity), teacher office, and storage facility was nearing completion. A second funding installment was expected in July following interim report submission. Planned activities included facility completion, equipment installation, greenhouse setup, and farm field preparation, with the project expected to conclude in December.
Objectives
To inspire and equip disadvantaged youth with modern agricultural skills and entrepreneurial capabilities to enhance their livelihoods and reduce rural-urban migration.
Results
Improved agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods.
Increased incomes of small-scale farmers.
Enhanced food security.
Reduced poverty.
Increased incomes of small-scale farmers.
Enhanced food security.
Reduced poverty.