As the year comes to an end, SELL Programme Malawi conducted the following activities in the month of November and December.

Workshops in Katete and Edingeni communities
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On 3rd to 5th November 2023, the SELL programme Malawi was at Katete and Edingeni for peace building workshops. Isaac and Tommy were the two Resource Persons that represented Sell Programme Malawi at Katete community, while Taonga and Leo were at Edingeni community.

SELL Malawi First Mentors Training
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The SELL team Malawi held the first mentors training of the Programme from the 9th to the 12th of November 2023. The training was attended by ten SELL volunteer trainees and aimed to equip trainees with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively guide and support their fellow young people. The training took place in the premises of Ungweru Organization in Mzuzu.

SELL PROGRAMME MEETS MZUNI COMMUNITY
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The Mzuzu University (MZUNI) students continued their participation in the Sharing Education and Learning for Life Programme workshop at Ungweru, in the Laudato Si Hall. The workshop was conducted on 18th of November 2023. The workshop was on the peace building and facilitated by Hagar, Dominic and Taonga.

DECEMBER, 2023
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First training with the Anglican Community

On the 7th to 10th of December 2023 the SELL team Malawi was glad to hold the first training with the Northern Anglican Diocese of Malawi.  This took place at the Laudato Si hall of Ungweru organization in Mzuzu city, northern Malawi with 15 participants. The Youth Chaplain of the Northern Anglican Diocese, Fr Isaiah Mnkhwamba, was a visitor to the training and he shared words of encouragement to the participants. The young adults taking part in the training, as well as the Team, were very happy to see him, to realise how they have the backing of the diocese.
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During the training all participants received their individual copy of the SELL Manual for Facilitators and on the 9th of December, each team of trainees was given a kit containing the materials needed to facilitate the workshop on Self Awareness. They were also given dates for those step down workshops in their communities. The training programme ended with a prayer service on Sunday, December 10.

CHRISTMAS GREETING
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The SELL team Malawi is sending their holiday greetings to you and the ones you spend it with! May this time of year shine light on your blessings and bring new ones in the year to come.

Sharing Education and Learning for Life Foundation in Nigeria carried out novel climate action activities during the implementation of the 2023 activities which won the Misean Cara Action Award 2023.
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The activities involved sourcing, nursing, distribution and planting of indigenous tree species as a way of combating deforestation in the communities. The choice of indigenous trees is a testament to SELL's commitment to the environment, as these trees not only enhance biodiversity but also boast resistance to pests and drought conditions, further underlining their resilience in this arid region.
​Sharing Education and Learning for Life Foundation carried out novel climate action activities during the implementation of the 2023 activities which won the Misean Cara Action Award 2023.
The activities involved sourcing, nursing, distribution and planting of indigenous tree species as a way of combating deforestation in the communities. The choice of indigenous trees is a testament to SELL's commitment to the environment, as these trees not only enhance biodiversity but also boast resistance to pests and drought conditions, further underlining their resilience in this arid region.

​Smokeless Briquettes: A Sustainable Cooking Solution

​In regions where the majority of households rely on charcoal for cooking, deforestation and air pollution become major environmental issues. Understanding the pressing need to address these challenges, SELL Foundation initiated a groundbreaking program to promote the production and use of non-smoking briquettes among local communities.
 
This initiative is particularly crucial for those who cannot afford cooking gas and depend on charcoal obtained from tree cutting.

The introduction of non-smoking briquettes represents a sustainable alternative to traditional charcoal, as they not only reduce the demand for charcoal but also mitigate the health hazards associated with indoor air pollution.

This initiative underscores SELL's commitment to the well-being of local communities while simultaneously curbing deforestation and lowering carbon emissions. The Organisation's dedication to improving the lives of the people while preserving the environment exemplifies the spirit of true climate action.
 
SELL CONDUCTS TRAINING ON POLICY INFLUENCE AND IMPLEMENTATION IN JOS, PLATEAU STATE

In an effort to bridge the gap between policy influence and implementation, SELL Foundation Nigeria conducted training for its volunteers, members of Civil Society Organization, Community youth groups and  Religious in Jos, Plateau State. The training aims to empower them with the necessary skills on policy influence and implementation. The training which took place on the 22nd-23rd November, 2023 also seeks to address the following objectives;

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1. Equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of policy landscape at National and local levels
2. Develop participants skills in analyzing policies and interpreting their implications for the community and
3. Enhance participants with the ability to identify and engage relevant Stakeholders to build effective partnerships.

The Training covers a wide range of topic such as:  Definition of terms, key elements to policy influence, policy development and reforms, strategies to policy influence, policy implementation and monitoring among others.

​The training offers participants with the opportunity to delve into the complexity of policy influence and implementation in Plateau using Goskolo as an example.   The training took place at Sacred Heart Pastoral Centre, Jos, Plateau State.

SELL TRAINS WOMEN ON CHILD SAFEGUARDING, ANIMAL REARING/BRIQUETTE MAKING
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Recognizing the critical role that women play in the care and protection of Children, SELL trained women on Child safeguarding and Protection, Animal Rearing and the production of Briquette. The training aimed to empower women with knowledge required for effective child safeguarding, rearing of Animals as well as briquette production which will also serve as means economic empowerment.

The training also provides the participants with skills to create safe environment for children and how to identify and respond to various forms of abuse and neglect.
The training brought together women from different groups and took place at Sacred Heart Pastoral Centre, Jos on the 24th November, 2023.

SELL CONDUCT LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP FOR STUDENTS
 
On the 11th December, 2023 SELL Resource team were at the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Bauchi where they facilitated a leadership workshop for the students.
 
The workshop aims to equip the students with essential skills and qualities for effective leadership.
Sessions covered during the workshop were Mind Map, ​ effective communication, Encouraging participation, teamwork, and qualities of a leader. 

Present at the workshop were the vice principal Admin/Academic, members of staff, Security officers, School prefects/monitors among other students. The workshop took place in the school hall.

SELL PAYS ADVOCACY VISIT TO STAKEHOLDERS IN SHENDAM, PLATEAU STATE

On the 5th December, 2023 the SELL team paid an advocacy visit to some stakeholders in their offices in Shendam Local Government of Plateau State. Some of the offices visited were the Nigerian Civil Defence (NCDC), Nigerian Correctional Centre, National Orientation Agency (NOA), and Social Welfare Unit. 

​The advocacy visit aimed at strengthening the already existing relationship between SELL Foundation and the above-named agencies and to also explore avenues in the areas of public awareness, especially on peace building, prevention of violence, and protection of Children and vulnerable.
 
Speaking during the visit, the SELL team applauds the agencies for their role in Educating, safeguarding, and protecting citizens, particularly in Shendam Local Government.
After fruitful discussions, the above agencies also commend SELL for the visit and emphasized the significance of continued collaborations in addressing present-day challenges and the desire to achieving sustainable community development.