The Problem
Mrs. Sisi Alabi, a widow and mother of four in Osogbo's Atoja Estate, relied on small market trading that could not cover her children's school fees. Despite working long hours, she struggled to make ends meet, and her children's education was at risk.
"I was selling small items in the market, but the profit was never enough. My youngest child had been out of school for almost a year because I couldn't afford the fees. I felt helpless," Mrs. Alabi recalls.
OOSEEF Intervention
Mrs. Alabi enrolled in our comprehensive 6-month Vocational Training program, specializing in the Hairdressing track. The program covered:
- Professional hairdressing techniques and styling
- Customer service and business management
- Health and safety standards
- Basic accounting and pricing strategies
Upon successful graduation, OOSEEF provided a Cash Gift Item package including:
- Professional hairdryer and styling tools
- Initial product stock (shampoos, conditioners, styling products)
- Basic salon equipment
- Business mentorship for the first 3 months
The Impact (Quantifiable)
₦8,000/week
Average Weekly Earnings
12 Months
Self-Employed
4 Children
Back in School
25+ Clients
Regular Customer Base
Key Achievements:
- Successfully launched her own salon in Atoja Estate
- Paid her youngest child's school fees for the first time in two years
- Built a loyal customer base of over 25 regular clients
- Earning consistent income averaging ₦8,000 per week
- Trained 2 apprentices, creating additional employment
"The skills gave me confidence, but OOSEEF's gift of the machine gave me the key to my own shop. I am no longer just waiting for help; I am working. My children see me differently now – not as someone struggling, but as someone building a future for them."