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Zawya
11-07-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA)'s Sustainable Support for Emergency Medicine Capacity in The Gambia
The Emergency Medicine Capacity Building Program (ATKAP), launched in 2021 by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in cooperation with the Ministries of Health of the Republic of Turkey and the Republic of The Gambia, continues to yield lasting results. The Introduction to Emergency Response Training (ADG+), which started as part of the project, is now delivered by Gambian doctors thanks to the 'training of trainers' model. TİKA continues to support the program by providing modern training equipment. In the second phase of the 2025 program, a total of 50 healthcare providers participated in the training held at Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital, which included extensive theoretical and practical modules on emergency response, trauma management, disaster planning, and teamwork during crises. With ATKAP, TİKA continues to strengthen local health capacity through similar trainings held in various countries. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA).
Al Bawaba
09-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
UAEU and the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi Celebrate Graduation of the Third Cohort of the Social Care Professionals Capacity-Building Program
The United Arab Emirates University, represented by the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Continuing Education Center, celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of the Social Care Professionals Capacity-Building Program. The ceremony was held in collaboration with the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, represented by the Social Licensing and Regulatory Sector, at Hilton Yas Island Hotel in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of representatives from partner entities and faculty program reflects the strategic partnership between the university and the Department, and their shared commitment to developing specialized national talent and enhancing the quality and efficiency of social services in Abu Dhabi. The graduating cohort included 130 professionals from both government and private social sector institutions, enrolled in three specialized professional diplomas: Social Work Practice Skills, Non-Clinical Psychology, and School his speech during the ceremony, Professor Mohamed Bin Huwaiden, Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at UAEU, emphasized the program as a genuine investment in the Emirati individual, stating:'At UAEU, we believe that national development cannot be achieved without nurturing the human being from within. Our professional programs, including this one, aim to provide society with field-ready specialists aligned with the vision of our wise leadership, which places the individual as the nation's highest value and greatest asset.'He added: 'Human-centered professions—especially social work and psychology—are not a luxury, but a national necessity, equally vital as any scientific discipline.'Professor Bin Huwaiden also praised the fruitful partnership with the Department of Community Development, stating:'We are proud of our partnership with the Department, a conscious national partner that shares our belief that empowering professionals is key to empowering the community.'He extended his thanks to the Continuing Education Center at UAEU for their significant role in organizing and managing the program with high his side, Mr. Mubarak Al Ameri, Executive Director of the Social Licensing and Regulatory Sector at the Department of Community Development, explained that the program is part of the Department's efforts to qualify social care professionals according to the highest recognized professional standards. He stressed that developing human capital in the social sector is the cornerstone of building comprehensive and integrated social Ameri noted that participants were drawn from various institutions, including public schools, the Family Development Foundation, Family Care Authority, Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, the Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute, and several private social sector is worth noting that since its launch in 2022, the program has graduated 111 participants in its first cohort and 42 in its second in 2023, bringing the total number of graduates to over 283 professionals to date. At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates were distributed to graduates, followed by a group photo to commemorate this important milestone in their professional journey. Attendees praised the joint efforts of the university and the Department in offering high-quality programs that align with the UAE's aspirations for the social care sector and reflect its vision for human development and empowerment.
Zawya
08-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
UAEU and the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi celebrate graduation of the third cohort of the social care professionals capacity-building program
Abu Dhabi – The United Arab Emirates University, represented by the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Continuing Education Center, celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of the Social Care Professionals Capacity-Building Program. The ceremony was held in collaboration with the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, represented by the Social Licensing and Regulatory Sector, at Hilton Yas Island Hotel in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of representatives from partner entities and faculty members. This program reflects the strategic partnership between the university and the Department, and their shared commitment to developing specialized national talent and enhancing the quality and efficiency of social services in Abu Dhabi. The graduating cohort included 130 professionals from both government and private social sector institutions, enrolled in three specialized professional diplomas: Social Work Practice Skills, Non-Clinical Psychology, and School Counseling. In his speech during the ceremony, Professor Mohamed Bin Huwaiden, Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at UAEU, emphasized the program as a genuine investment in the Emirati individual, stating: 'At UAEU, we believe that national development cannot be achieved without nurturing the human being from within. Our professional programs, including this one, aim to provide society with field-ready specialists aligned with the vision of our wise leadership, which places the individual as the nation's highest value and greatest asset.' He added: 'Human-centered professions—especially social work and psychology—are not a luxury, but a national necessity, equally vital as any scientific discipline.' Professor Bin Huwaiden also praised the fruitful partnership with the Department of Community Development, stating: 'We are proud of our partnership with the Department, a conscious national partner that shares our belief that empowering professionals is key to empowering the community.' He extended his thanks to the Continuing Education Center at UAEU for their significant role in organizing and managing the program with high efficiency. From his side, Mr. Mubarak Al Ameri, Executive Director of the Social Licensing and Regulatory Sector at the Department of Community Development, explained that the program is part of the Department's efforts to qualify social care professionals according to the highest recognized professional standards. He stressed that developing human capital in the social sector is the cornerstone of building comprehensive and integrated social services. Al Ameri noted that participants were drawn from various institutions, including public schools, the Family Development Foundation, Family Care Authority, Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, the Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute, and several private social sector institutions. It is worth noting that since its launch in 2022, the program has graduated 111 participants in its first cohort and 42 in its second in 2023, bringing the total number of graduates to over 283 professionals to date. At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates were distributed to graduates, followed by a group photo to commemorate this important milestone in their professional journey. Attendees praised the joint efforts of the university and the Department in offering high-quality programs that align with the UAE's aspirations for the social care sector and reflect its vision for human development and empowerment. About the Department of Community Development The Department of Community Development - Abu Dhabi (DCD) was established in 2018 with the aim of regulating and controlling the social sector through legislation, policies, strategies, standards, and operational and executive systems. It aims to enhance the quality of life of the Abu Dhabi community and provide high-quality and efficient social services that meet the needs of all sectors of society. The department seeks to promote awareness and knowledge and find innovative social solutions to the most important social challenges and issues.
Zawya
29-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and Société Internationale des Hydrocarbures de Djibouti (SIHD) Strengthen Djibouti's Hydrocarbon Sector through Capacity-Building Training Workshops
The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) ( the trade finance arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, in collaboration with its longstanding partner, the Société Internationale des Hydrocarbures de Djibouti (SIHD), has successfully conducted two back-to-back training workshops aimed at strengthening operational efficiency within Djibouti's hydrocarbon sector. In total, 20 participants benefited from this initiative, demonstrating a commitment to both technical excellence and gender inclusion The first workshop, themed 'Sales and Supply Chain Management', took place from 8th to 10th April 2025 and addressed key issues including the optimization of procurement strategies and the development of competitive pricing models. The second workshop, held from 15th to 17th April 2025, focused on 'Profitability Study and Risk Analysis of Downstream Oil Projects', covering investment evaluation and corporate purchasing processes. These sessions were conducted by IFP Training, experts in the provision of professional development and capacity-building in energy and process industries. Through this partnership, ITFC and SIHD aim to empower professionals with the essential skills and tools to strengthen procurement strategies in the petroleum sector, implement competitive export pricing, effectively evaluate investments and manage large-scale projects, enhance leadership and team supervision, and improve compliance and efficiency within public procurement processes. These training workshops form part of broader efforts to align with Djibouti Vision 2035, the nation's long-term development strategy aimed at positioning Djibouti as Africa's leading trade and logistics hub. Over the years, ITFC has maintained a strong and prevailing partnership with the Republic of Djibouti, approving a total of US$1.6 billion across 33 operations, primarily focused on the energy and health sectors. This program is in line with ITFC's integrated approach to Trade Finance and Development which reaffirms ITFC's vision of a leading trade solutions provider for its member countries. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC). Social Media: Twitter: @ ITFCCORP Facebook: @ ITFCCorp LinkedIn: International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) ( About the International Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC): The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) is the trade finance arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group. It was established with the primary objective of advancing trade among OIC member countries, which would ultimately contribute to the overarching goal of improving the socio-economic conditions of the people across the world. Commencing operations in January 2008, ITFC has provided more than US$83 billion of financing to OIC member countries, making it the leading provider of trade solutions for these member countries' needs. With a mission to become a catalyst for trade development for OIC member countries and beyond, the Corporation helps entities in member countries gain better access to trade finance and provides them with the necessary trade-related capacity-building tools, which would enable them to successfully compete in the global market.
Zawya
07-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Nigeria: NDPC signs MoU with Mastercard to consolidate data protection capacity
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mastercard to consolidate data protection capacity in Nigeria. The MoU was signed by the two organisations at a one-day workshop organised for 150 Data Protection Officers (DPO) on providing hands-on practical training on Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA). Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), Section 28, DPIA is defined as a process designed to identify the risks and impacts of the envisaged processing of personal data. The DPIA comprised of a systemic description of an envisaged processing and its purpose, the assessment of the risks to the rights and freedom of data subjects, among other requirements. Dr Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner, NDPC, in his remarks said that the workshop was scheduled for the 8th edition of the Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) conference scheduled for this week. Olatjnji also said that the federal government was committed to increasing the number of certified DPOs with the required skills to manage data protection. He noted that the capacity building would be beneficial to both Nigeria and Mastercard, adding that the country had tech-savvy youths who were digital natives ready to explore. 'Human capital is really key to us and the ecosystem we are regulating is very special, it is still new, still emerging and we need all we can to build the capacity of officers. 'We want to build the capacity of our people so we can be able to deliver on our mandate and fully deepen privacy in Nigeria. 'We are targeting to build the capacity of 250,000 DPOs annually and we are working with partners like Mastercard to achieve that,' he said. He urged the participants to leverage the opportunity, adding that the ecosystem was evolving. The commission, early in the year, started the training of 500 DPOs to bridge the gap in deficit. Mr Derek Ho, Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, AI and Data Responsibility, Mastercard, said that sharing ideas would ensure trust in the digital economy era. Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
