On 7th May 2025, a one-day Life Skills Training session was conducted for adolescents at the KMWSC Learning Centre at Sangrampur village of North 24 Parganas district under the Surokhit Shaishav Project. The session focused on equipping young participants with the 10 core life skills recommended by the World Health Organization — Self-awareness, Empathy, Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Coping with Emotions, and Coping with Stress.

The training was designed to be interactive and engaging, helping the adolescents gain a deeper understanding of these essential skills in real-life contexts — particularly how they can be applied when navigating conflicts and challenges. Through participatory activities, storytelling, group discussions, and games, the adolescents explored the importance of emotional intelligence, communication, and decision-making in building healthier relationships with peers, family, and the community.

A strong emphasis was placed on helping participants understand their own strengths and weaknesses, empowering them to face difficult situations with confidence and clarity. Practical examples were used to illustrate how creative thinking and problem-solving can lead to better outcomes during conflicts or crises.

The session also created a safe and encouraging space where adolescents could freely express their thoughts and feelings — reinforcing the importance of mutual respect and understanding.

KMWSC believes that investing in life skills at an early stage helps shape responsible, empathetic, and resilient individuals. This training served as another step toward nurturing informed and empowered youth who can positively influence their communities.

“Building resilient minds through life skills — shaping a safer, stronger future.”

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