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7/22/24, 1:29 PM FutureSkills4All initiative presents 500 new training opportunities under UNDP and MBRF’s Knowledge Project and European Bank…
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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