Impact of Adult and Non Formal Education on Social Inclusion of Rural Women and Out of School Youths in Selected Local Government Areas of Oyo State, Nigeria (Published)
The study examined the impact of Adult and Non-Formal Education (ANFE) on social inclusion among rural women and out-of-school youths in selected LGAs of Oyo State, Nigeria, using a descriptive survey. One hundred and fifty participants (75 rural women, 75 out-of-school youths) were selected from six centres via multistage sampling. Data were collected through a validated 4-point Likert ANFESIS questionnaire (reliability = 0.82). Analyses included descriptive statistics, correlations, and t-tests. Results showed high ANFE participation and moderate-to-high social inclusion, with significant positive correlations for both groups. No significant difference in social inclusion was found between the two groups. Findings underscore ANFE’s role in enhancing social inclusion. Recommendations include increased government investment in ANFE and facilitators through the NNCAE, as well as broader community mobilisation efforts.
Keywords: Adult Education, Nigeria, Non-formal education, Oyo State, Rural Women, Social Inclusion, out of school youths