Shahnawaz Chachar facilitated 25, five-day training sessions on life skills-based education (LSBE) for youth adolescents in Larkana district, Sindh, Pakistan, in collaboration with the Mathini Women Development Organization (MWDO) during 2004 and 2005. These LSBE training sessions aimed to equip young people with the essential life skills and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges and opportunities of adolescence and adulthood successfully. The training program included interactive activities and open discussions on crucial topics such as effective decision-making, setting realistic and achievable goals, developing strong communication skills, building healthy relationships, and promoting self-awareness and self-esteem. By the end of the training, participants gained a better understanding of themselves and the world around them, and were empowered to make informed decisions, cope with stress, and contribute positively to their communities.
Tag: Communication Skills
Survey Techniques Training for Data Collection and Beneficiary Selection
Shahnawaz Chachar provided specialized training to the data collection team and enumerators working on a UNODC-funded drug harm reduction and rehabilitation project implemented by CDNF (Community Development Network Foundation) in Larkana, Sindh, Pakistan, in March 2003. This training focused on equipping the team with the practical skills and knowledge needed for effective data collection and beneficiary selection. The training included hands-on exercises in sample data collection, guidance on determining appropriate sample sizes for field surveys, instruction in problem-solving techniques encountered during data collection, development of basic communication skills for interacting with respondents, emphasis on maintaining data privacy and confidentiality, and training on the proper use of reporting tools and forms. The training aimed to ensure the project’s data collection process was conducted ethically, accurately, and efficiently, leading to reliable data for program planning and evaluation.