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Zawya
9 hours ago
- General
- Zawya
Eritrea: Training on Social Science for Students in the Central Region
The National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students provided training on social science to over 3,836 junior and high school students, including 60% female students. The concluding event of the training was conducted on 32 May at Cinema Roma in Asmara. The training covered topics such as nation and nationalism, youth and national service, the pillars of the National Charter, information technology, the meaning of ideology, political concepts and religious philosophy, and the history of the National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students. Mr. Samson Kifle, head of the Union branch, said that the branch is working in collaboration with partners to enhance youth awareness and strengthen their organizational capacity. Mr. Saleh Ahmedin, Chairman of the Union, urged the trainees to transfer the knowledge they gained to their peers and noted that similar training programs will be organized. At the event, awards were presented to outstanding students and exemplary teachers. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
NH Job Corps to close June 30 when U.S. Labor Department pauses program
New Hampshire's Job Corps training program, serving more than 200 teenagers and young adults ages 16 to 24, will close June 30 after federal labor officials put a pause last week on the nationwide training and education program, which has come under fire for high costs, problems and poor results. More than 40 students at the state's single campus, at 984 Dunbarton Road in Manchester may be without housing as early as Friday per the phased-in closings. State and local officials are scrambling to find continued employment, education and suitable residential accommodations for the participants who live in the dorms. 'We've been communicating and planning for multiple contingencies since Friday," Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais said Sunday. 'I fully expect community and local partners to step up as they have in the past.' No arrangements have been finalized yet, he said, but 'the city is committed to ensuring' that those affected, including the staff of 100, have options for placement. Ruais called Job Corps 'a significant economic generator for the city and state,' providing about $20 million annually. 'There is also a lot of workforce development' which enables the students and trainees to transition to positions with New Hampshire employers. The U.S. Department of Labor's announcement came Thursday, affecting contractor-operated sites such as New Hampshire's without suspending operations at those run by the federal government. There are currently 125 centers across the U.S. Manchester Ward 7 Alderman Ross Terrio texted Sunday, 'It is happening too fast. The people affected need more time to make arrangements for finding other work and housing. If there are problems I think they should have tried to fix them before ending the program.' Opened nearly 10 years ago in October 2015, the Queen City's $35 million complex was designed to give young people a jumpstart in work. 'This program helps young people who are poor and unskilled find a trade that can make them self-sufficent,' Terrio wrote. John Stephen, District 4 executive councilor, in a letter to commissioners at the state's departments of labor, employment security and business and economic affairs, said, 'This pause risks disrupting the progress of enrolled students and undermining the progress of workforce development efforts in New Hampshire.' Stephen asked the commissioners to collaborate with U.S. labor officials to identify flexible federal funding sources that would allow the state to continue Job Corps programs that are effective. 'Comprehensive transition plans must be developed to ensure current students are seamlessly integrated into alternative training programs, educational opportunities, or employment pathways that support their long term success,' he wrote. 'I encourage you all to investigate innovative strategies to reduce costs and boost graduation rates, such as streamlining operations, enhancing mentorship programs, or partnering with local businesses to align training with workforce needs.' He said New Hampshire's cost per student 'while below the national average of $80,284.65 "remains significant." New Hampshire's graduation rate of 42.1%,' while above the national average of 38.6%, 'highlights the need for improvement.' The U.S. Labor Department's Transparency Report for Program Year 2023, released in April 2025, documented 14,913 serious incident reports at Job Corps Centers nationwide including 1,764 acts of violence, 2,702 reports of drug use, 1,808 hospital visits, 1,167 breaches of security, and 372 reports of sexual assault and inappropriate sexual behavior. It was not clear at press time how many of these may have occurred in New Hampshire. 'Job Corps was created to help young adults build a pathway to a better life through education, training and community,' U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer said in news release May 29. 'However a startling number of serious incident reports and our in-depth fiscal analysis reveal the program is no longer achieving the intended outcomes that students deserve.' According to the Labor Department: In 2024, the program operated at a $140 million deficit, requiring the Biden administration to pause center operations during that year. The deficit is projected to reach $213 million in 2025. 'We remain committed to ensuring all participants are supported through this transition and connected with the resources they need to succeed as we evaluate the program's possibilities,' Chavez-DeRemer wrote on May 29. A staff member at Job Corps in Manchester declined to provide further information when a reporter went to the Dunbarton Road site on Sunday.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
'I'm livid,' Detroit Job Corps sudden closure leaves students scrambling
The Brief The Detroit Job Corps program has unexpectedly shut down. The program trains young people for their future. Many of those who live on the campus now have nowhere to go. DETROIT (FOX 2) - The Detroit Job Corps program has unexpectedly shut down, and many are caught off guard by the decision. The backstory The program trains young people for their future, and now, many of them who live on the campus now have nowhere to go. 18-year-old Cameron is dazed as he comes to his sudden reality, as he now has no place to live. He lived at Detroit Job Corps on Detroit's west side, a career training facility for young people. Dozens lugged garbage bags full of their belongings, some into their parents' trunks. "The staff they had us go to the rack at about 1:30, and they broke the news to us and they had us go to the dorms and pack our stuff," said Carleton Davis. 16-year-old Carleton Davis lived here, and his mom, Tiffany, recently lost their house – and there's more. "I didn't want him to be a statistic," said Tiffany Davis. "I wanted him to be focused on his education. I have breast cancer surgery next week, so now I'm debating having my surgery canceled so I can make sure my son is okay." The other side The staff on site would not speak to FOX 2, but sources say it was shut down after recent cuts at the Department of Labor, which oversees the program. Community activist Pastor Mo has tried to help out after getting calls from frantic mothers. He's worried about the short and long-term solutions for these children. "The ones who are trying to get it right, that's why I'm so pissed off. These aren't kids in a youth home that got caught in a crime; these are kids who are trying to avoid getting caught in a crime," he said.
Malay Mail
10-05-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
National Service Training Programme 3.0 Series 2/2025 begins tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 — A total of 550 trainees will begin the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 Series 2/2025 tomorrow, undergoing 45 days of training until June 24. The programme will see 200 female trainees stationed at the 515th Territorial Army Regiment Camp here, while 350 male trainees will be based at the 505th Territorial Army Regiment Camp in Pekan, Pahang. The National Service Training Department (JLKN), in an April 22 statement, outlined that the curriculum comprises 70 per cent military basic training and 30 per cent nation-building components, covering physical, mental and civic development. 'Military modules include basic defence skills, national security policies, Madani Malaysia living principles and leadership training, while nation-building components focus on identity formation, patriotism and the strengthening of unity,' the department said. This follows the successful completion of PLKN 3.0 Series 1/2025 by 116 trainees (73 male, 43 female) aged 18-25 at the 515th Territorial Army Regiment Camp from Jan 12 to Feb 25. Reinstated after a seven-year hiatus, the phased programme aims to cultivate patriotism, national unity and resilience among Malaysian youth through structured physical and mental training experiences. Further enquiries can be directed to JLKN via its official website the Trainee Unit at 03-40133 613 / 03-40133 618, or by email at [email protected]. — Bernama
Malay Mail
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Malay Mail
CTF Life Title-Sponsored "Fencing Plus" Training Programme by Kai Tak Sports Initiative Officially Kicks Off
Nearly 800 Students Participate in the Selection to Become Future World Champions Group photo at the press conference. Joining on stage includes Denise Au-Yeung, Chief Strategy Officer of CTF Life (third from the left); Director (Strategic Planning) of Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), King-shing Tang (third from the right); Chairman of the Hong Kong Fencing Association, Wing Sun Yeung (first from the left); Head Coach of the Programme, Antonio Lam (first from the right); Celebrities Panther Chan (second from the right) and Mike Tsang (second from the left). Stage One: 4 May, 2025 Selection Day: Select potential participants from nearly 800 children aged 6-10 for basic training Stage Two: July-August 2025 Basic Training: Comprehensive and structured basic fencing training, including postures and movements, physical fitness training, and education on fencing rules and etiquette Stage Three: October-November 2025 Advanced Training: Intensive and in-depth technical curriculum for participants who excel in the Basic Training to enhance their skills Stage Four: 27-28 December 2025 (Tentative) CTF Life "Fencing Plus" Cup and Celebration: Put learning into practice during the competition and further experience the joy and challenges of competitive sports Stage Five Elite Training HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 May 2025 - Title-sponsored byand organised by Kai Tak Sports Initiative (KTSI),("Programme") officially kicked off at the Kai Tak Arena Grand Hall on 4 May 2025 and marked the inaugural participation for CTF Life‧CIRCLE members. Through the holistic and structural development framework of the Programme, it aims to discover potential fencing athletes and cultivate a new generation of sports elites in Hong Kong, promoting the "Sports for All" culture and enhancing professionalism. Qualified apprentices will undergo a close to two-year structured training and can compete at the "Fencing Plus" Cup. Outstanding performers in the competition will receive professional training, and a chance to participate in the Hong Kong Under-14 Cadet Pre team. They will also have the opportunity to compete in the "Asian Youth Elite Fencing League", supported by CTF Life, sharing the stage with fencers from around the world. An Experiential Day was also held on the Kick-Off Day, where the public participated in challenges to test their fitness skills, in preparation for next year's registration for the the distinguished guests at the Kick-Off Ceremony to witness this significant moment were Chief Strategy Officer of CTF Life, Denise Au-Yeung; Director (Strategic Planning) of Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), King-shing Tang; Chairman of the Hong Kong Fencing Association, Wing Sun Yeung and Head Coach of the Programme, Antonio Lam. The event also invited Hong Kong fencing athletes, Moriah Man Ngai See (Sabre); Yeung Chi Ka (Foil) and Clarence Lai Ka Tsun (Epee) to demonstrate the basic techniques of the three disciplines and give guidance to the young apprentices on stage. Celebrities Panther Chan and Mike Tsang also performed songs to cheer for the young fencers and experienced fencing under the guidance of Antonio Lam., said, "Title-sponsoring the 'Fencing Plus' Training Programme by KTSI for the first time demonstrates our commitment to local sports development and offers opportunities for the next generation of athletes to shine on the international stage, creating value beyond sportsmanship. Furthermore, this edition marks the inaugural participation of CTF Life‧CIRCLE members, reflecting our dedication to delivering unique and high-quality diverse experiences for our customers.", expressed appreciation to the title sponsorship of CTF Life during his speech, "KTSI is dedicated to advance sports for all for the Hong Kong community through sports and fitness related activities open to participants of all skill levels and ages. 'Fencing Plus' Training Programme is our major initiative, and we extend our special gratitude to CTF Life for their title sponsorship, supporting young athletes to undergo high-quality training and take part in competitions, cultivating a new generation of fencing athletes."The Programme received an enthusiastic response with over a thousand applications, including eligible children from underprivileged families whose participation was fully supported by CTF Life. The first stage of selection was held on the same day as the Kick-Off Ceremony, where about 800 successfully registered students participated in an interactive full-day test assessing their physical fitness abilities, including speed, agility and reflexes. Led by Head Coach, Antonio Lam, former Olympic Games representative of the Hong Kong Fencing Team and the Top Sabre Fencer in Hong Kong, he will guide a team of professional coaches to help apprentices build a solid foundation from the basic to the advanced levels through tailored Life will also arrange a series of sports-related workshops, spanning nutrition, physiotherapy, sports journalism and commentary, to help young talent unleash their potential and achieve all-round the exclusive Founding Insurance Partner of KTSP, the largest integrated sports andentertainment landmark in Hong Kong, CTF Life will continue to be in support of KTSP's pursuit in bringing international events to Hong Kong, reinforcing the city's position as the "Events Capital of Asia". CTF Life * CIRCLE members will have the opportunity to gain priority access to international sports and entertainment events, as well as community service initiatives organised or sponsored by the Company, and enjoy a wealth of unique #CTFLife The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About CTF Life Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited ("CTF Life") is proud of its rich, 40-year legacy in Hong Kong. CTF Life is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CTF Services Limited ("CTFS") (Hong Kong Stock Code: 659) and one of the most well-established life insurance companies in Hong Kong. As a member of Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Limited, CTF Life consistently strengthens its collaboration with the diverse conglomerate of the Cheng family ("Chow Tai Fook Group" or "the Group") to support customers and their loved ones in navigating life's journey with personalised planning solutions, lifelong protection and diverse lifestyle experiences. By leveraging the Group's robust financial strength and strategic investments across the globe, CTF Life aspires to become a leading insurance company in Asia while continuously creating value beyond insurance.
