Background: Young adults in Male’, transitioning from high school, college, and the State care system, lack crucial life and employable skills. Skills in career guidance, financial literacy, CV building, and computer literacy are essential for successful adulthood and community contribution. The Maldivian government's initiatives, such as improved infrastructure and educational opportunities, are commendable. However, youth face challenges due to insufficient career guidance and skill sets for the job market. A low-cost approach relies on strategic partnerships, minimizing financial barriers and ensuring program sustainability.

Objectives: The Male' Hub aims to equip young adults (16-25 years) with tailored sessions on career guidance, financial literacy, CV building, and computer literacy. These sessions serve as a support system, fostering knowledge, and life skills for productivity. Additionally, the hub initiates conversations about values, ethics, and behavior.

Target Audience: Young adults from high school, college, and those aging out of the State care system.

Hub Activities:

Pilot Phase:

• Positive Experiences and Skill Development Program
  
  
  • Collaborate for diverse experiences
  
  
  • Organize 5 CV building workshops in secondary schools.
  
  
  
  


• Financial literacy campaign “Faagthi Zuvaanun”
  
  
  • Develop partnerships for financial literary programs.
  
  
  • Conduct 01 online and 01 in-person workshop.
  
  
  
  


• Parenting and Community Awareness Programs:
  
  
  • Collaborate with UNICEF Maldives for ongoing parenting projects.
  
  
  • Organize two workshops on positive parenting and communication.
  
  
  
  

Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Gauge impact through pre and post-session questionnaires.


• Use participant feedback for project design and improvement.


• Share success stories on social media.

Performance Metrics:

• Positive Experiences Program:
  
  
  • Ensure participants acquire at least two new skills.
  
  
  • Achieve a 60% participation rate in positive activities.
  
  
  
  


• Financial Literacy program & Campaign:
  • Conduct two outreach programs reaching 100 youth.
  
  


• CV Building:
  
  
  • Aim for 40% enrollment in further education or employment post-CV workshops.
  
  
  • Target 30% of participants securing employment or further educational opportunities.
  
  
  
  


• Career Guidance and Counselling:
  • Strive for a 15% improvement in participants' understanding of career options.
  
  


• Cross-Cutting Metrics:
  • Establish partnerships with at least two local organizations and professionals.
  
  

Overall Expected Outcomes:

• Increased self-esteem and skills among youth.


• Improved mental health outcomes and reduced risk factors.


• Higher rates of school completion and engagement in skill-based learning.


• Enhanced employability through work experience and internships.


• Informed career choices and reduced engagement in criminal activities.


• Strengthened family and community support systems through financial awareness programs.

Collaborators: Local schools, mental health and financial professionals, vocational training centers, businesses, community organizations, UN agencies, and government agencies such as the Ministry of Youth and Sports.