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Gulf Today
16-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
DEWA promotes youth's skills in AI innovations
The Youth Council of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised an interactive workshop in collaboration with Microsoft to expand the knowledge of DEWA's young employees on writing effective prompts for Microsoft 365 Copilot. The workshop was held to mark World Youth Skills Day 2025, under the theme 'Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills'. During the workshop, 30 DEWA young employees explored the advanced capabilities of Microsoft's Copilot technology, which uses generative AI. DEWA adopted Copilot in January 2024, becoming one of the first utilities worldwide to implement it. During the workshop, participants learned how to optimise the use of Copilot, including intelligent summarisation, automatic content creation and modification, as well as key phases of strategic collaboration between DEWA and Microsoft in AI and generative AI. "In line with the vision of our wise leadership and the National Youth Agenda 2031, we are committed to building a generation capable of shaping the future. We remain proactive in equipping DEWA's youth with the latest AI innovations and in refining their skills in this field. We support young people in playing a vital role in accelerating digital transformation, empowering them to move from being mere users of advanced technology to becoming active partners by investing in it and developing innovative solutions that enhance government work. We are also keen to strengthen their resilience and ability to use AI tools with the highest levels of awareness, ensuring the accuracy of input data and the evaluation of AI-generated outputs, enabling them to make informed decisions that enhance performance, productivity and creativity in the workplace,' said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA. Aysha Mohammad Alremeithi, President of DEWA's Youth Council, said: "With the support of DEWA's top management, we organise specialised workshops and events in co-operation with major local and international companies, aiming to develop youth technological skills and provide them with the tools to keep pace with the latest technologies and adapt to rapidly evolving global trends, making them the cornerstone of sustainable and inclusive development.'
New Indian Express
16-07-2025
- Science
- New Indian Express
Youth Skills Day marked with talks on role of AI in agriculture
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Centre for Innovation in Science and Social Action (CISSA) marked World Youth Skills Day 2025 with an insightful discussion on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in agriculture, held at Bharat Bhavan. Dr C K Peethambaran, Director of the Agriculture Division at CISSA, emphasised the critical need for skill development in the agricultural sector through AI technologies. Dr Ajith Kumar R, Director of the Centre for Digital Innovation at Digital University, delivered a lecture titled 'AI and Digital Skills for Farmer Empowerment'. Dr Usha Titus, Chairperson and Managing Director of the Additional Skill Acquisition Programme, also released the book 'Skilling Indian Agriculture', authored by Dr R M Prasad, retired professor from Kerala Agricultural University. She emphasised the transformative potential of AI in agriculture, stating, 'AI is already reshaping the world, and agriculture must be part of this evolution. Competence is not just about knowing-it's about doing. Skills must be practised, honed, and passed on.'
India Today
15-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
World Youth Skills Day 2025: AI and digital skills that are a must
As the world celebrates World Youth Skills Day 2025 on 15 July, UNESCO underscores this year's theme: 'Youth Empowerment Through AI and Digital Skills'. In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries, services, and daily life, equipping youth with digital and AI-related competencies is not just important—it's imperative."Empowering young people with the right skills means preparing them to thrive in a rapidly changing technological world," — GAP IN AI REMAINS STARKDespite rapid advancements, the digital divide remains a concern, particularly along gender lines. According to the infographic, only 22% of AI professionals globally are women. This glaring underrepresentation highlights the need for inclusive strategies that promote equal opportunities in tech and digital education for girls and young EXPECTS AI TO RESHAPE FUTURES Intelligent systems are redefining the workforce of tomorrow. An estimated 86% of employers anticipate that AI and information processing technologies will transform their businesses by 2030. Yet, there's a critical mismatch between industry demands and youth readiness, putting pressure on educational systems to evolve DIGITAL LITERACY STANDARDS STILL LAGGING While progress is being made, only 54% of countries have established digital skill standards. This uneven progress highlights the urgent need for coordinated policy interventions and curriculum development that align with global digital FEEL UNDERPREPARED FOR AI-ENABLED WORKSPACESA telling figure: 48% of students report feeling ill-prepared for AI-integrated work environments. This points to systemic gaps in curricula, particularly in emerging economies, where outdated syllabi often fail to include real-world technological AND YOUNG WOMEN LACK DIGITAL ACCESSDigital exclusion remains a pressing issue for vulnerable populations. A staggering 90% of adolescent girls and young women in low-income countries are offline. This denies them access to learning, mentorship, and employment opportunities in AI-driven DISENGAGEMENT AFFECTS 450 MILLION YOUTHGlobally, about 450 million youth—or 7 out of 10—are economically disengaged due to a lack of adequate skills. This silent crisis calls for urgent investment in vocational education, soft skills, digital fluency, and entrepreneurial VALUE IS GROWING—BUT NOT EQUALLY DISTRIBUTEDAI is projected to reach $4.8 trillion in market value by 2033, yet the benefits remain highly concentrated. Without inclusive policies and educational equity, millions of young people risk being left behind in the digital FAIL TO TEACH AI FORMALLYadvertisementAccording to UNESCO's global survey, less than 10% of schools and universities provide formal guidance on AI. This reflects a glaring gap in institutional preparedness and underscores the need for integrating AI literacy into mainstream World Youth Skills Day, UNESCO calls on policymakers, educators, businesses, and communities to take action. Investments in AI education, inclusive digital access, gender equality, and youth engagement must be prioritised to build a future-ready generation.'With the right digital and AI skills, today's youth can become tomorrow's innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.' — UNESCO-UNEVOC- Ends
NDTV
15-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
World Youth Skills Day 2025: 11 Key Facts That Define Future Of Learning And Work
As the world celebrates World Youth Skills Day 2025, the spotlight turns to a rapidly shifting job landscape shaped by artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and evolving industry demands. In this changing environment, equipping young people with the right set of skills-not just degrees-is more important than ever. From employment to entrepreneurship and lifelong learning, skills are becoming the cornerstone of professional readiness. With AI and automation redefining roles, practical expertise, adaptability, and tech literacy are no longer optional-they're essential. Here are 11 key insights shaping education, training, and skilling in 2025: 1. Digital Skills Lead the Way Skills in coding, cybersecurity, data analysis, cloud computing, and project management are in high demand across sectors. Digital literacy is now a fundamental requirement, not just a tech niche. 2. Vocational Education Gains Ground To address the widening skill gap, governments and industries are investing in vocational training. Sectors like healthcare, IT, renewable energy, retail, and cybersecurity are seeing focused efforts to build hands-on talent pipelines. 3. Online Learning Goes Mainstream From micro-credentials to industry-recognised certifications, online platforms have become the go-to mode for flexible, scalable learning-especially in tech and business education. 4. Soft Skills Are the New Power Skills Communication, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and leadership are no longer "nice-to-haves." Employers now see these abilities as critical to success in hybrid and global workplaces. 5. AI Is Reshaping Education Artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in delivering personalised learning experiences. Adaptive platforms allow students to learn at their own pace, maximising both retention and relevance. 6. Green Skills Are on the Rise Sustainability-focused careers are booming. Young professionals trained in renewable energy, green tech, climate resilience, and waste management are highly sought-after in global markets. 7. Apprenticeships Are Making a Comeback Internships and work-based learning are once again central to skill development. These models help bridge the gap between classroom theory and industry expectations. 8. More Women Are Entering STEM Global scholarships and targeted initiatives are encouraging women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, helping close long-standing gender gaps. 9. Skills Trump Degrees Today's employers prioritise what candidates can do over what they studied. Real-world projects, portfolio work, and job-ready capabilities are valued more than academic transcripts. 10. Hybrid Learning Models Are the New Standard Blending in-person and online learning, hybrid models offer greater accessibility and engagement-making them a preferred choice for both students and institutions worldwide. 11. India's Skill India Mission Hits 50 Million India has emerged as a global leader in skill development. Through the Skill India Mission, over 50 million young people have been trained across domains like technology, services, and manufacturing. "The World Youth Skills Day is a reminder to build a stronger, resilient future workforce. In order to achieve this we as a whole must invest in evolving education, training programs, and upskilling," Vivek K Singh, Chairman and CEO of Careerera.
