Building skills for career development  

 “ As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of improving the lives of children and youth from vulnerable and poor families, we are proud to showcase Lackius, who has becom e an author. He has written 5 books, including Kusudi Lako Hatma Yako, Ndoto Ya Maisha Yako, Mwangaza Halisi Kwa Malengo Yako, Nguvu Ya Tabia, and Mauzo Ni Huduma. Lackius' dream of becoming a book writer took shape in 2017 after attending a life coaching seminar facilitated by youth life coach Mr. Joel Nanauka and organized by SATF. The seminar's theme was determining one's purpose and entrepreneurship skills. After the seminar, Lackius received two motivational books, Timiza Malengo and Ishinde Tabia Ya Kughairisha Mambo, to assist him in searching for his purpose and reaching his dreams. He read these books and practised the principles they taught, which helped him discover his passion for writing. Apart from writing books, Lackius has experience in translation, transcription, and facilitation skills. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Labour Relations and Public Management from the Institute of Social Work, Dar Es Salaam, which he obtained in 2019 under SATF. Lackius was enrolled in the SATF education and care support program in 2010 when he was a form one student at Kituntu Secondary Kagera. At that time, he was struggling to support his studies with the help of his grandparents. Lackius is determined to help more people achieve their goals and dreams through his writing. He is grateful to SATF for triggering his educational and life journey and for continuing to support him in his endeavors.