As part of its long-standing commitment to supporting education and skills development in the communities where it operates, ExxonMobil continued its corporate social philanthropy with the funding of a training programme for 25 young men in electrical installation and other life skills sessions, according to a press release from Youth Challenge Guyana (YCG).
The programme, which was organised by YCG, aimed to equip young men with necessary skills and knowledge in electrical installation. It also sought to encourage them to exhibit positive behaviour in their personal and professional lives. The release said the course ran for six weeks from April 17 to May 31, during which the participants benefitted from both theoretical and practical sessions.
The release informed that the young men were taught the basics of electrical installation, including electrical safety, wiring, and circuitry. They were also introduced to the latest electrical installation technologies and practices. The programme also exposed them to essential skills too often lacking among young men. Those areas of focus were conflict resolution, engaging with law enforcement, basic entrepreneurship, job preparedness, communication, personal finance and budgeting, goal setting, and personal development.
These sessions were supported by representatives from the Small Business Bureau, Institute of Private Enterprise Development, attorney-at-law Sase Gunraj, Consumer Affairs Commission, Ministry of Public Works National Electrical Inspectorate, Andrew’s Electrical, George Phillips Electrical, Sandiford and Associates, West Ruimveldt Wesleyan Church, and the Special Miracle Ministries.
The release said it was a “huge” success, with all 25 participants completing the programme and receiving certificates. They all expressed their gratitude to ExxonMobil for funding the programme, which they acknowledged has given them the opportunity to acquire valuable skills that will help them secure jobs in the electrical installation industry.
YCG also expressed appreciation to ExxonMobil for its support in making the training programme a reality.
In turn, the company believes that investing in young people “is key to building a sustainable future and creating opportunities for economic growth and development,” the release added.
