In 2020, UGIP Foundation reached out to the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital (FNPH) in Kaduna for a possible partnership where we would train rehabilitated substance abuse users in different aspects of digital skills. Our efforts yielded results in 2021 when our letter was acknowledged and channeled to the relevant Consultants in the Drug and Alcohol Treatment Education and Research unit (DATER).
On Monday 21st March 2021, we conducted the opening ceremony where the participants were introduced to the officials of the Foundation and informed about the training. In the first week, we recorded 20 participants and in the second week, there were 26 participants. Participants were trained on digital skills such as social media marketing/management, Instagram marketing, graphic design and whiteboard Animation, and video editing to mention a few. As part of their assessment, they were required to perform certain tasks.
On the 14th of June, the training for the quarter was completed. Outstanding participants were presented with certificates by the Matron in Charge. Also in attendance were the Clinical Supervisor DATER, Dr.Nkereuwem Ebiti, the Program Manager, UGIP Foundation, Ms. Fisayo Ajala, the Facilitator UGIP Foundation, Mr. Korede Olafimihan and the Deputy Matron in charge DATER.
Our appreciation goes to the management of the FNPH Barnawa, Kaduna for the opportunity to create this positive change in the lives of these participants. A special thank you to the team of Consultants at DATER, Dr. Ebiti, Dr. Fajimolu, Dr. Oseghale, Dr. Hassan. We would like to appreciate the efforts of the Matron in charge and Deputy Matron in charge at the DATER ward. Your efforts are highly appreciated.
