Having realised the need for students to have vocational skills, BFA, in its pilot project in 2019-20, had sponsored the training of 9 students from Hindi Medium Schools, in Paramedical and Dress Design Courses. Our initiative got shot in the arm when we were selected by HCL Foundation for Career Counselling and Vocational Training Project in their Skills and Livelihoods program in 2020. Under this programme BFA counsels students of Inter-colleges in Noida about careers and vocational courses that will provide them with skills and can make them employable. BFA helps students with admissions to selected institutes and mentors them till they complete the course and find employment. BFA trainers also impart soft skills to increase their confidence, communication skills and awareness of the world around them.

As of March 2022, we have provided career counselling to 2792 students and vocational training to 146 youth in 28 different courses from 11 reputed institutes across Delhi & NCR. These courses include including paramedical courses, cosmetology, Diploma in IT, Graphic Design, AC Refrigeration, Laptop Repair etc. Among the trained students 55 youth have secured placements. Also, 800 students participated in soft skills and life skills classes, increasing awareness, building confidence and improving their personality. Many students are still undergoing their courses and BFA is making continuous efforts to have other students placed.