The 46 locals graduated recently with certificates in basic life skills after completing a three-months program conducted by East New Britain life skills.
Mandres ward member, Samuel Tom said in order to control illegal activities in his ward, and he decided to partner with ENB Life skills to conduct the training for youths.
“When youths leave school and couldn’t find jobs, they engage in illegal activities because they do not know how to be productive in their community. Therefore, I think it is important to be equipped with life skills,” Mr Tom said.
