Dubai: The Digital School, part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, along with the Centre of Excellence for Applied Research and Training (CERT), has entered into a tripartite agreement with Agricolleges International. This collaboration aims to enhance the programmes of the SkillED Academies initiative, particularly focusing on agricultural education and training.
According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement involves integrating Agricolleges' digital educational content into the agriculture academy's curriculum. This initiative seeks to equip young individuals with practical skills tailored to the current labor market demands, emphasizing entrepreneurship and job creation.
Dr. Waleed Al Ali, Secretary-General of The Digital School, stated, "The SkillED Academies initiative is an extension of The Digital School's vision to make quality education accessible to all. This partnership contributes to empowering youth with the knowledge and skills that enable them to innovate solutions and create job opportunities that support their communities and economies."
Mohammed Gheyath, CEO of CERT, expressed that this collaboration represents a significant step in supporting The Digital School's SkillED Academies initiative. He emphasized the provision of world-class educational content in fields like agriculture and business management, which aligns with sustainable development objectives.
Wynand Espach, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Agricolleges International, remarked that by equipping youth with essential skills and an entrepreneurial mindset, the partnership aims to foster a generation capable of driving food security, rural development, and sustainable growth globally, thus making agriculture an appealing career path.