ProgramS4EYOngoingYenagoa, Bayelsa State
Skills For Every Youth (S4EY)
A practical empowerment program led by Engr. Gabriel Appan — training youths in solar panel & inverter installations to build employable skills, confidence, and direction.
Program snapshot
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Location
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State
Cohort
Now running
Focus
Solar panel & inverter installations
Our goal is practical outcomes: hands-on skills, mentorship, and readiness for opportunity — including self-employment.
Participants
170+ youths
Duration
2 weeks
Certificates
Issued at completion
MEDIA
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Arise News report overview
170 youths trained in solar panel and inverter installations in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Two-week empowerment program by Service Experts Electrical and Automation Training Center.
Certificates issued at completion; emphasis on skill acquisition regardless of academic background.
Participants used school break / strike period to build practical skills and future readiness.
Call for youth innovation, self-employment, and support from government/partners.
Key message
Having a degree (or pursuing one) shouldn’t stop you from trying your hands on other things. The additional skills you build can make you self-employed—or even an employer of labor.
170+ trained
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State
Solar panel & inverter installations
COHORTS
Past, current & next intake
SKILLS
What we teach
Practical learning that supports employability and economic independence.
Solar Installation
Technical track
Solar panel installation fundamentals and real-world safety practices.
Inverter Systems
Technical track
Inverter setup, wiring discipline, and troubleshooting basics.
Vocational Readiness
Vocational track
Hands-on skills that lead to income and local value creation.
Entrepreneurship
Vocational track
Pricing, customer value, and how to turn skills into sustainable income.
Communication
Digital track
Professional presence: confidence, CV basics, and client communication.
Mentorship
Digital track
Guidance, discipline, and growth mindset development.
STORIES
Success stories
From no direction to skill clarity
S4EY helped me understand what I can do, how to learn, and how to start building a future with confidence.
— A beneficiary
Practical learning that feels real
It wasn’t just talk. We practiced, built things, and got guidance. I feel ready to take the next step.
— A trainee
Apply for S4EY
Quick application
Sponsor a student
Fund training materials, logistics, or a full cohort.
Transparency: giving supports delivery, materials, mentorship, and reporting.
FAQ
Quick answers
Keep it simple and direct.
Is S4EY free?
Some cohorts may be fully sponsored; others may have limited slots (set policy here).
Do I need prior experience?
No. We start from basics and guide you step-by-step.
Can organizations sponsor a cohort?
Yes. Contact us to sponsor a cohort, materials, or trainers.
Skills • Mentorship • Economic independence