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7/19/24, 1:59 PM FutureSkills4All initiative presents 500 new training opportunities under UNDP and MBRF’s Knowledge Project
During a virtual session held recently, the parties announced that, under the terms of this 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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