Client Background
The Meghalaya State Skill Development Society (MSSDS) launched a mission to empower youth and women with employable skills.
Challenge
- Lack of structured training delivery in remote regions
- Youth lacked exposure to modern employment pathways
- Required culturally sensitive training partners
Y&Now Intervention
Y&Now designed a Community-Based Skill Development Initiative:
- Tailored modules for rural youth
- Livelihood-focused training (retail, hospitality, customer care)
- Life skills, communication & confidence building
- Digital literacy for first-time learners
Implementation
- Reached 2,100 youth across 12 districts
- Delivered training via mobile learning vans + local centers
- Continuous mentorship & career counselling camps
Results
- Over 1,000+ learners placed in entry-level roles
- Stronger self-confidence among rural youth
- Community recognition of the training model as highly effective
Client Feedback
“Y&Now executed one of our most successful grassroots skill missions with high impact and sensitivity.”
