ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VOCATIONAL TRAINING IN REDUCING CRIME AMONG YOUTH IN BASSA LGA OF PLATEAU STATE

This project examines the Effectiveness of vocational Training in reducing crime among youth in Bassa LGC of Plateau State. The unemployment rate and lack of vocational skills among youths contribute to their vulnerability to criminal activities. This study seeks to assess whether vocational training has had any measurable impact in curbing youth crime in the area. The objectives of this study is to determine the roles played by Local Government Council in the reduction of crimes among youth in Bassa LGA. To assess the level of youth participation in vocational training. To determine the factors that enhances youth participation in vocational training. To identify challenges facing vocational training programs as a means of reducing crime in Bassa Local Government Area. In this topic the paper utilizes strain theory. This theory helps to explain crime as caused by the strain or frustration faced by the youths as a result of not achieving their heart desires due to poverty. It also utilizes Anomie theory from Emile Durkheim, in this case youth involvement in crime is as a result of rapid changing conditions in the society. This study adopted the survey design. 100 respondents were selected as the study sample. Certain challenges hinder youth participation in vocational training programme such as limited access to resources and facilities, lack of industry-relevant curriculum, Insufficient Career Guidance and Support also poses hindrance to youth participation in vocational training. Vocational Training is very effective in reducing crime among youth in Bassa Local Government by engaging the youths in different forms of vocations and empowerment.