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7/22/24, 1:30 PM FutureSkills4All initiative presents 500 new training opportunities under UNDP and MBRF’s Knowledge Project and European Bank…
agreement, around 500 members of the EBRD entrepreneurship community will be granted
professional training opportunities as part of the ‘FutureSkills4All’ initiative.

Commenting on the partnership, His Excellency Jamal Bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF
expressed his confidence in its potential to contribute to developing both professional and

personal skills of EBRD entrepreneurship community members who seek to boost their
knowledge in the field further. Furthermore, H.E. Huwaireb said: “At MBRF, we are dedicated

to providing knowledge and educational opportunities for the workforce across different
sectors and organizations to boost their professional capabilities, increase productivity,

establish international cooperation and facilitate the active exchange of knowledge and
expertise among different entities. Furthermore, this collaboration plays a vital role in
supporting the sector and building a solid foundation for an innovative and sustainable

business environment that offers credible platforms that ensure the growth and prosperity of
small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).”

Dr. Hany Torky, Chief Technical Adviser and Project Manager, Knowledge Project – UNDP
stated: “We are thrilled to be part of this worthwhile partnership that is projected to

substantially influence the human capabilities within EBRD communities. We strongly believe
that this collaboration will offer a wide range of benefits and advantages for participants. This

training program will equip them with the vital skills vital for the future, enabling them to shape
their aspirations and convert their creative concepts into tangible initiatives that contribute to

the development of their communities and realisation of their personal and professional
objectives.”

Dr. Samar Farah - Senior Skills Transformation Consultant for Europe, the Middle East, and
Africa at Coursera, said: “In this agreement, the focus of Coursera is on honing the learners
with a comprehensive range of advanced knowledge, which further boosts their leadership

and entrepreneurial skills. Our goal is to fully leverage this innovative knowledge initiative to
equip the learners with new skills that will raise their professional opportunities and empower

them to seamlessly adapt to the ever-evolving future.”
The virtual meeting, which involved entrepreneurs and staff members from partner

organisations and associations affiliated with the EBRD, underscored the strategic partnership
between EBRD, UNDP, and Coursera. During the meeting, participants were introduced to the

'FutureSkills4All' initiative and given significant details about the way to access its educational
programs, as well as urged to apply for them.

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