Lagos, September 24, 2025 — The Movement for Islamic Culture and Awareness (MICA) has successfully concluded the maiden edition of its Teen Haus initiative, Building the Bridges 1.0, aimed at equipping teenagers with vital life skills for adulthood.
The two-day pilot program brought together 25 teenagers between the ages of 15 and 17 for a blend of online learning and hands-on workshops. Participants engaged in sessions on confidence building, financial literacy, and emotional resilience, alongside practical training in public speaking, creative writing, and digital literacy.
According to MICA, the program recorded high participation and received enthusiastic feedback from both parents and teenagers. Many of the young participants reported increased self-confidence, improved emotional balance, and a deeper sense of purpose and faith.
Parents hailed the initiative as a timely intervention. One described it as “an investment in the future generation”, noting that the skills acquired would better prepare the teenagers for the challenges of adulthood.
Building on the success of the pilot, MICA announced plans for the second phase of the program. The next stage will pair participants with seasoned facilitators and mentors to strengthen their personal development, with additional modules designed in response to participants’ needs — all while ensuring their academic pursuits remain unaffected.
MICA said the project underscores its commitment to promoting Islamic values while empowering young people to thrive in a fast-changing world.
