CONTRIBUTION OF PARISH DEVELOPMENT MODEL PROGRAM ON THE SOCIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUTH IN NKOMA, NAMAYONYI WARD, MBALE CITY
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2024-09-09
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The examined the contribution of Parish Development Model Program on the Social Welfare Economic Development of the Youth in Namanyonyi Sub County, Namanyonyi ward, Mbale city. The study objectives were to explore the various development model programs that exist, to determine the contribution of parish development model program on the socio-economic well-being of the youths and to investigate the factors hindering the contribution of parish development model program on the socio-economic well-being of the youths in Namunyonyi Ward, Mbale City. The researcher adopted a cross-sectional survey design with a mixed-method paradigm that combines qualitative and quantitative methodologies. The study population constituted a total population of 80 respondents; these were strictly include Parish Chiefs, CDO, Youth and local leaders. The study instrument were; questionnaires, interview guides and document analysis guides. Study findings on the various development model programs that exist include National Agricultural Advisory Program is a development model programs for commercializing agriculture, Youth Livelihood Program for the youth, Operation Wealth Creation is a development model programs for commercializing agriculture, Women Empowerment Program, Social Action grant for the Elderly and Community Driven Development Project are among the various development model programs that exist in Nkoma Namanyonyi ward, Mbale city. On determining the contribution of Parish Development Model Program on the socio-economic well-being of the youths in Namunyonyi ward, Mbale City, finding indicated that Parish Development Model Program improved employment opportunities for the youth, a noticeable increase in their income levels, provided valuable skills training that is relevant to the local job market, effectively supported youth in starting and sustaining their own businesses, contributed to greater social inclusion and community participation among the youth and Parish Development Model has effectively addressed social inequalities affecting youth. The factors hindering the contribution of parish development model program on the socio-economic well-being of the youths in Namunyonyi Ward, Mbale City are as follows; inadequate funding and resources, PDM programs is insufficient to meet the needs of all youth participant, Lack of comprehensive training and technical support for youth participants has undermined the effectiveness of PDM programs, PDM activities has limited the positive impact on youth development, Inconsistent program delivery affects the overall success of PDM initiatives for youth and Weak monitoring and evaluation mechanisms within PDM programs limit their ability to address issues and improve outcomes for youth. It is therefore recommended that there is need to Increase Funding and Resources by securing additional funding through government allocations, donor support, or public-private partnerships to ensure adequate resources for program implementation and sustainability. Government need to Strengthen Training and Capacity Building by provide comprehensive training for local leaders, staff, and participants to enhance their skills and knowledge, ensuring effective program execution and management.