By: Isatou Sarr
Students of Kindergarten Bottrop Technical Senior Secondary School on Tuesday benefited from a vocational training programme offered by Frontline Youth Organisation.
The skills training program was focused on decoration, agriculture and awareness of the dangers associated with irregular migration.
The training was organised by Amie Jarju, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Frontline Youth, a Gambian healthcare professional based in the United Kingdom who works in managing services for children with brain injuries and supporting youth employment opportunities.
The programme, held on 2 June 2026, brought together 68 students and aimed at equipping them with practical skills while encouraging self-reliance and entrepreneurship.
Speaking at the event, the principal of Bottrop, Jalimori Jobarteh, encouraged students to take the training seriously, stressing that success can be achieved through different career paths.
“Everyone cannot work in an office,” he told the students. “Some will become farmers, doctors, nurses, fashion designers and many other things.”
Jobarteh used himself as an example, saying he receives a salary once every 30 days because his profession is based on academic work, but noted that individuals with practical skills can create opportunities to earn income more frequently.
He further highlighted the importance of agriculture, describing farmers as some of the most successful people in many developed countries. He urged the students to pay close attention to the training, saying the knowledge and skills acquired could benefit them in the future.
The principal also welcomed Jarju and her team to the school and thanked them for providing the training opportunity.
Addressing the students, Jarju shared her personal story, encouraging them to remain determined despite challenges they may face.
“I started from where you are today,” she said. “I came from a very poor background, but through hard work and dedication I was able to achieve my goals.”
She recalled growing up in difficult circumstances, explaining that her family often struggled to meet basic needs.
“I was born into a family where feeding was a problem. Sometimes rain would fall through the roof while we were sleeping, and there were days when we went to bed hungry,” she said.
Jarju told the students that her achievements were the result of perseverance and hard work, adding that success was possible regardless of one’s background.
She explains that Frontline Youth focuses on maternal health, community development and youth empowerment. According to her, the organisation’s decision to expand its work with young people stems from the belief that they are keyed to the country’s future development.
“You are the future of this country,” she told the students. “Our role is to support you, empower you and provide you with the tools you need to succeed. That is what will help take our country to the next level.”
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