Graduates from the Board of Industrial Training’s (BIT) programs are making significant strides in their communities by applying the skills they acquired through training to establish businesses and contribute to local development.
Among these graduates are Marlyn Brown and Sonia Sears from Region 9, both of whom completed the commercial food preparation program in 2022.
Sonia Sears, a resident of Aranaputa, has become an integral member of the Aranaputa Processors Friendly Society, where she participates in the production and sale of locally made peanut butter.
She is also preparing to return as a trainer for future commercial food preparation courses, sharing her knowledge and experience with aspiring entrepreneurs in her community.
Marlyn Brown, a primary school teacher from Kwatamang Village, has realized her dream of becoming a caterer after earning her certificate in Commercial Food Preparation from BIT and elementary cooking at the Carnegie School of Home Economics.
Currently pursuing a degree in Education, Leadership, and Business Management, Marlyn is keen to give back to her community by imparting the skills she has learned.
She is also the Chairperson of her village’s women’s group and is actively seeking markets for their purple potatoes.
The Ministry of Labour is supporting these initiatives by investing in the development of a commercial food preparation and agro-processing facility, where future training sessions will be conducted.
This commitment to community empowerment through education and skill development reflects a broader effort to boost local economies and enhance livelihoods.