Vocational Training

At Raha Charity Foundation, our commitment to the well-being and future success of child laborers is embodied in our comprehensive approach to education and skill development. In addition to our English and Computer Skills program, we offer a vocational training program specifically designed to teach practical skills such as tailoring, and creating handicrafts and accessories. It is essential to emphasize that this program does not endorse or perpetuate child labor. Instead, it empowers children to develop valuable skills that can lead to independence and meaningful employment in the future.
The vocational training program is a critical component of our holistic strategy to combat child labor. Only sixth-grade students are eligible to join this program, ensuring that participants have reached a suitable age and educational level to benefit fully. Younger children, who may still be engaged in street vending or begging, are directed towards age-appropriate activities and support services within our organization.
By focusing on sixth-grade students, we can provide tailored instruction that meets their developmental needs and prepares them for the transition to adulthood. Through training in tailoring and crafting, children in this age group learn trades that are not only creative and fulfilling but also marketable. These skills can be the foundation for sustainable livelihoods, enabling them to secure dignified employment or even start their own small businesses in the future.
By participating in this program, sixth-grade students gain a sense of accomplishment and self-worth. They are taught in a supportive and nurturing environment, where the focus is on learning and personal development rather than immediate economic gain. This approach ensures that the children are not being exploited for their labor but are instead being equipped with skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
Our vocational training program aims to replace the desperation of street selling and begging with hope and opportunity for children in this specific age group. It provides them with a structured pathway to a brighter future, where they can become self-reliant adults who can provide for themselves and their families. By investing in their education and skill development at this critical stage of their lives, we are breaking the cycle of poverty and dependency and empowering them to build a better tomorrow.