Psychosocial Support and Life Skills Training

Education

A Training on psychosocial support and life skills along with school safety, inclusion, and protection was conducted for the Children Leadership Networks of six target schools in Mogadishu. This initiative was crucial in enhancing the emotional well-being of children and fostering peer mentorship networks that provide guidance and support within the students.

A total of 30 participants (16 girls and 14 boys) attended the sessions, representing the following schools: Mahmud Mire School, Ali Hussein School, Abdiaziz School, Bondhere Orphan Girls School, Mohamud Ahmed Hilawle School, and 21 October School supported by CISP under SETS II project, cofunded by the European Union.

The training aimed to equip boys' and girls' leaders with psychosocial and life skills to support students' emotional needs, build awareness of child rights and violence, identify abused children, and connect them to help through mentors or protection focal points. It also trained students to recognize and respond to peers facing stress or emotional challenges.

During the training, participants engaged in various activities designed to enhance their understanding of psychosocial support and safety. Discussions also focused on creating safe school environments. “Safety in our schools is fundamental. If children do not feel safe, they cannot learn or grow. We must work together to ensure their protection.” Says Leyla Abdi from Boondheere Orphanage Girls Schools

Inclusion was a recurring theme, the importance of making every child feel valued. “Every child deserves to be included and heard. This training has shown us how to advocate for those who might feel left out.” Says Deko Mohadin from Abdiaziz school.

The impact of the psychosocial support and life skills training of the leadership networks in Mogadishu is evident, as participants are now better prepared to support their peers and advocate for a safe and inclusive environment.

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