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Ayuda en Acción is working in Niamey (Niger) with young people affected by the floods who have lost their homes and opportunities. Our goal is clear: to facilitate their access to vocational training and improve their employment prospects.
We are currently supporting 50 young people between the ages of 15 and 22 who live in the Kongou Zamay settlement in Niamey’s Commune III. This group is particularly vulnerable, with a high risk of dropping out of school, early unemployment, and social exclusion.
To ensure the project’s impact, we began with a participatory assessment alongside local authorities and public agencies in Niger. This allowed us to identify real needs and design a meaningful intervention.
Additionally, the young people themselves participated in the process, choosing the training programs that best suit their future careers. This approach strengthens their engagement and increases the chances of success.
The vocational training program, which ran from October 2025 to February 2026, covers three key areas: sewing, mechanics, and electricity. These are high-demand sectors that facilitate access to employment or self-employment in Niger.
The training takes place directly in the settlement thanks to a mobile center, removing barriers to access and ensuring the participation of young people displaced by the floods.
The project also incorporates an equality approach, with balanced participation of girls and boys, promoting real opportunities for all.
Through this initiative, Ayuda en Acción seeks to generate a sustainable impact: improving employability, promoting self-employment, and facilitating the job placement of young people in vulnerable contexts.
Because the response to the floods in Niger is not just about the emergency. It is also about the future.
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