Workshop held in Kuakata to boost youth leadership, communication

A youth skill-development workshop was held in Kuakata on Wednesday, focusing on leadership qualities, effective communication, and confidence building to nurture skilled and socially responsible citizens.

The event, titled "Leadership, Communication and Confidence: Keys to Youth Progress," was hosted at the Rural Enhancement Organisation office, drawing students from various local secondary and higher secondary institutions.

Bashundhara Shuvosangho Kuakata Municipal Unit President Md Saidur Rahman presided over the session, while Principal of Amirabad School and College Md Monirul Islam addressed the gathering as the chief guest.

The discussion also featured Kalaparabasi voluntary organisation member Nazrul Islam, Upokul Pathagar General Secretary Md Azizul Islam, General Secretary Md Jahidul Islam, Vice Presidents Md Hossain Amir and Md Redwan Russel, and Finance Secretary Md Al-Amin alongside participating students.

The workshop focused on core life skills, including public speaking, articulate self-expression, empathetic listening, collaborative teamwork, and critical problem-solving. Speakers noted that formal academic education alone is insufficient in today’s competitive global environment, stressing that communication ability, creative thinking, and confidence are essential for professional and personal growth.

Speakers pointed out that genuine leadership extends beyond holding formal office; it entails shouldering accountability, supporting team members, making informed decisions, and driving collective goals. They encouraged learners to cultivate these attributes during student life so they can contribute meaningfully to community development and nation-building.

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They added that the creativity, intellect, and civic engagement of youth will determine the trajectory of an equitable society, urging students to actively participate in community services and pursue continuous learning.

Participating students commended the initiative, stating that the practical takeaways would help them navigate academic challenges, and called for similar capacity-building programmes in the coastal belt.