Rasha Al Ali: 788 trainees in Job Seekers Qualification Program
Rasha Al Ali stated that the second batch of the Sharjah Program for qualifying and training job seekers comprises 788 trainees from various cities and regions across the emirate. She emphasised that this initiative goes beyond simple training, describing it as a strategic move to empower national talent.
Confident Workforce Readiness
In statements to "Sharjah24", Al Ali pointed out that the program equips trainees to confidently enter the labour market through comprehensive theoretical and practical training over six continuous months of development. She added, "We are confident that this batch will produce promising young individuals capable of contributing to various sectors, reflecting Sharjah's vision of investing in people first."
Workshops Across Sharjah
The training workshops are being held in five locations across Sharjah: Qasr Al Culture, the Human Resources Department branch in Mleiha, the Cultural Centre Theater in Khorfakkan, Kalba University Theater, and the Cultural Center Theater in Dibba Al Hisn.
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