YEA disburse GH¢12.9 million for Youth in Garments and Textiles Module

Alexander Bombande August 31, 2023 0

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has disbursed a total amount of GH¢12.9 million to 40 large-scale companies and 500 small and medium-sized tailors and seamstresses for their training under the Youth in Garments and Textiles Module.

YEA  presented GH¢92,850 out of the amount to 20 large-scale companies that will provide the training and an additional GH¢18,000 was presented to 20 small and medium-sized mastercraft tailors and seamstresses who will also assist in the training.

2000 trainees, 500 small scale dressmaking companies and 20 industrial garment and textile companies have been will benefit from this initiative.

The Youth in Garment and Textile Module was launched on 14 August 2023 in the Ashanti regional capital, Kumasi, to create sustainable employment opportunities.

The module aims at bridging the skill gaps as well as creating sustainable employment opportunities for young people interested in tailoring or dressmaking and ultimately contributes towards growth and development.

Chief Executive Officer of the Agency, Kofi Agyepong says in other to promote accountability all beneficiary companies were required to have active bank accounts as a condition for the disbursement of the funds as monies will NOT be paid in cash or through mobile money.

He also warned beneficiaries against payment of any money or commission of any form to anyone or staff of YEA.                                                       

Youth in Garments and Textiles Module aims to allow beneficiaries to receive in-depth knowledge and hands-on training in various aspects of tailoring and dressmaking, including fabric selection, cutting techniques, sewing, garment construction, pattern making and alteration.

It also targets to directly engage already existing apparel start-ups to support the implementation process to achieve the desired objectives.

It will involve on-the-job training in the various skill areas to be undertaken by selected garment and textile partner companies, micro and small-scale seamstresses and tailors who will provide apprenticeships for the youth within their communities.