One year after relocating to Simbi Complex, Ruben Centre’s Human Development & Skills Training Program (HDSTP) continues to transform lives through skills, opportunity, and innovation. From vibrant vocational training at Ruben B to new initiatives like podcasting, catering, and digital literacy, the program is empowering youth to become self-reliant. With growing enrollment, strong partnerships, and international support, HDSTP is not just a training program. It is a powerful engine for sustainable change and community transformation.

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On July 3, 2024, Ruben Centre’s Vocational Training Centre, popularly known as the Human Development and Skills Training Programs (HDSTP), officially relocated to the newly established Simbi Complex, also known as Ruben B, situated less than one kilometer from the Centre’s original premises. While the transition presented its share of challenges, Ruben Centre’s management supported the move wholeheartedly, aiming to expand opportunities for youth empowerment and to create additional space for a broader range of courses.

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On Wednesday, June 5th, our Director had the honor of attending the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) event to receive the winner's trophy for the Development Agency's International Innovation Award. Our Circular Urban Garden project was selected as one of the two winning teams out of hundreds of worldwide submissions, highlighting our innovative approach to improving food security and economic prosperity for women in informal settlements and refugee camps.

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