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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.

His Excellency 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 learning opportunities and training, empowering them to advance
their professional careers, ultimately contributing to the realisation of a brighter future."

The initiative offers free and exclusive materials, educational courses, and training programs from
renowned global corporations like Google, Meta, and IBM to professionals of the Dubai
Government. Additionally, it offers learning and development opportunities for wider categories,
including recent graduates, job seekers, and seasoned professionals looking to enrich their digital
expertise and remain abreast of evolving demands. The initiative is also designed for talented
innovators across diverse fields, suitable for those aspiring to advance their career prospects while
staying ahead of changes in both local and global job markets.

The ‘FutureSkills4All’ initiative includes a diverse selection of courses that span a broad spectrum
of skills. These include transferable skills like personal development, essential digital skills, job
readiness, skills for new graduates, and English language proficiency, as well as skills in public
entrepreneurship, community entrepreneurship, and technological entrepreneurship. Additionally,
the initiative offers technical skills in areas like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning,
along with a range of practical skills in customer service, data science, finance and financial
technology, project and product management, marketing, and sales.

The collaboration between DGHR and MBRF, the two prominent entities involved in human capital
development as catalysts of creativity and innovation, is a significant move towards fostering
knowledge excellence and shaping a promising future for upcoming generations.

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