Community Development Support Service, a Christian religious organization opened a Vocational Training Center in Torit town of Eastern Equatoria State.
The Centre Director Viona Chichi said the institution aims to empower school drop-outs, the poor and conflict-affected persons with skills for self-reliance, Radio Emmanuel reported.
She said the institute offers one year course in catering, tailoring and carpentry covering entrepreneurship, business and literacy class.
The Director said 160 candidates registered for interview while 90 were admitted for three classes.
Ms Chichi cited mobilization as a challenging factor before opening the institution last week.