Project Name : Enhancing The Institutional Capacities of Youth Training Centers in Building Sustainable Peace

Donor : Norwegian People,s Aid NPA

Period of Performance : December 19, 2024 – February 28, 2025.

Location : Blue Nile – Roseires and Damazine

Overall Goal

To strengthen the institutional capacity of youth training centers in the Blue Nile region to operate effectively and contribute to community stability and peacebuilding.

Objective 1

To conduct an initial assessment of the organizational and governance status of youth training centers in order to identify key capacity gaps and development needs.

Objective 2:

To enhance the capacity of youth training center management in governance and strategic planning to improve institutional performance and sustainability

Activity Date(s) and Location

Activity One: Preliminary Assessment Sessions for Youth Centers

The activity started on Saturday, October 4, in Al-Roseiris locality and concluded on October 7 in Al-Damazin locality.

Activity Two: Governance Workshop

The workshop was held from October 12 to October 15 in Al-Damazin, at the Native Administration Hall.

Activity Three: Youth Training Centers Priorities Forum

The forum was held on Monday, October 20, at the Native Administration Hall

Participants (according to the Registration Sheet)

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES

Describe each activity implemented, including what was done, when, who benefitted, how many benefitted, and how they benefited.

Activity One: Preliminary Assessment Sessions for Youth Centers

The primary aim of the assessment was to evaluate the administrative, technical, and infrastructural conditions of youth centers. This evaluation was crucial for identifying the specific needs and potential opportunities that could guide future support and development efforts. By thoroughly understanding the current status of these centers, stakeholders were able to make informed decisions to enhance their operations and better serve the youth in the community.

The assessment focused on six youth centers located in Al-Roseries and Al-Damazine localities. These centers were selected because they played a pivotal role in engaging young people and providing essential services and programs. To gather relevant information, an assessment questionnaire was administered, targeting key participants from each center. The selection criteria for participants included various stakeholders who were integral to the functioning of the centers. This included members of the General Assembly, who were responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the centers; staff from the Executive Office, who managed day-to-day operations; volunteers who contributed their time and skills; and youth activists who were actively involved in center activities and initiatives.

The sessions were meticulously scheduled to facilitate maximum participation and engagement. Each of the six sessions aimed to include between 10 and 20 participants, ensuring a diverse representation of perspectives and experiences. The schedule for the assessment sessions was as follows: