Sectet certifies over 90 students in Sewing and Fashion and Basic Computer courses
The event included a fashion show of the pieces made during the course, highlighting works that combined thrift store clothing with customization techniques
On this Thursday (11), the Usina da Paz of Guamá certified 97 students in Sewing and Fashion and Basic Computer courses, offered by the Secretary of Science, Technology and Higher, Professional and Technological Education (Sectet). Among the graduates, a mother and daughter participated together in the Sewing and Fashion training: Sheyla Melo, 17 years old, and her mother, Antonia do Socorro Melo.
“This is my first sewing course and it is even more special because I am doing it with my mother. I have always wanted to learn, and now I am having this opportunity. My mother helps me a lot because she already has more practice, so it ends up being a mutual exchange between us. I think it’s really cool because besides learning a new skill, we are also spending more time together,” said Sheyla.
Antonia highlighted that learning is the realization of a long-held desire. “I have always wanted to learn to sew. Before the course, I sewed by hand. Now I plan to buy a machine so that we can continue practicing together. I want to start making some pieces for home and later, I even think about generating income from it,” she explained.
The event included a fashion show of the pieces made during the course, highlighting works that combined thrift store clothing with customization techniques. The initiative also valued sustainability, showing how the reuse of materials can generate new pieces and reduce waste.
“These actions allow students to present their creations to the public, promote the exchange of experiences, and expand the chances of entering the job market. At the same time, they encourage other women to engage and contribute to local development,” explains Julie de Lima, coordinator of the Sewing and Fashion axis.
Certification - In total, 97 people received certificates, including 42 students from the Sewing and Fashion course, 15 from the Basic Computer class for people over 50 years old, and 30 young people aged 12 to 16 from the School of Life Program (PEV) who participated in the Basic Computer course.
Digital inclusion and new opportunities for the 50+ - One of the most highlighted initiatives was the computer class aimed at people over 50 years old. The goal is to bring this audience closer to technology, offering tools that range from basic computer use to concepts applicable to the job market.
For many, the course represents an opportunity for professional updating and reintegration into the market, as well as increasing autonomy in daily life. This is the case of Vanda Cunha, a tour guide.
“Participating in this course gave me the confidence to deal with technology and also opened doors to new professional opportunities. My next course goal is English because I want to work for large hotel chains. It’s a way to update myself and keep advancing in my career,” she stated.
Feirarte Popular and workshops - The event also integrated the Feirarte Popular, an itinerant fair created by former students of Usina da Paz, which has now established itself as a space for entrepreneurship and the valorization of women's work.
The program included artistic performances and workshops on homemade soap, creative sewing, and doll production on pencil.
Text: Áurea Ribeiro, intern, under the supervision of Bruna Ribeiro (Ascom/Sectet)
