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DGHR collaborates with MBRF and UNDP to

make employees ‘future-ready’

• Monday, August 5, 2024 5:12 PM

• 3 minutes Reading

DUBAI, 5th August, 2024 (WAM) -- The Dubai Government Human Resources
Department (DGHR) has partnered with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and the United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP) to support the ‘FutureSkills4All’ initiative.

This initiative, launched by MBRF and UNDP in collaboration with the educational
platform ‘Coursera’, aligns with DGHR’s commitment to empower Dubai Government
employees and enhance their skills by providing access to world-class training
programs offered by industry leaders.

Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the DGHR Department, highlighted
the Department’s keenness to reinforce its collaboration with the Mohammed bin Rashid
Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and United Nations Development
Programme (UNDP), recognising the significance of coordinated efforts in attaining its
mission to empower human resources with futuristic skills, thus supporting Dubai’s
future visions by fostering innovative talents and creative minds while propelling
sustainable development.

Furthermore, Al Falasi explained that the collaboration with MBRF and UNDP in the
framework of this strategic initiative facilitates the empowerment of the government of
Dubai’s human resources by offering educational programmes and innovative training
methods that improve their future readiness and the capacity to keep up with rapid
changes in the current working environments.
Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said: "We are thrilled to expand the reach of this
initiative and reinforce our partnership with DGHR. This move is vital to enhancing the
skills and competencies of Dubai Government employees, elevating their preparedness
to keep up with the ever-changing labour market. We firmly believe in the significance of
empowering individuals and enriching the potential of the youth by offering exceptional
educational and training opportunities in collaboration with major global organisations.
This endeavour aims to strengthen the process of education and comprehensive
development, while expanding avenues of knowledge within the UAE, thereby
consolidating its position as a globally influential hub of knowledge."
Dr. Hany Torky, Project Manager of UNDP's Knowledge Project, said: "As a part of this
initiative, UNDP has collaborated with MBRF to further joint efforts in delivering
knowledge and educational materials to all members of the Arab community. Our goal is
to ensure that Dubai Government employees benefit from the exceptional courses
offered through this pioneering initiative. We hope to facilitate ubiquitous access to

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