5 days Ago
1 2 Pune: An agreement was signed between Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU) and UNESCO for global educational exchange, innovative teaching methods, and capacity building on Friday. The university, in line with the 'Empowered Women, Empowered Society' programme, will focus on women's development . The MoU was signed during a one-day international conference on skill development and technical and vocational education and training , organised jointly by SSPU, UNESCO, and the National Skill Development Corporation.
The event was attended by S.B. Mujumdar, President of Symbiosis, Friedrich Huebler, Head of UNESCO-UNEVOC, Sonam Wangchuk, Founding Director of HIA Ladakh, Shekhar Singh, Commissioner of Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation, and Swati Mujumdar, Pro-Chancellor of SSPU.
You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Swati Mujumdar added, "Following the vision of India for 'Skill India' and 'Make in India' initiatives, our university is taking progressive steps. SSPU makes a significant contribution to building a developed India. We are focusing on women's development.
Over the past five years, thousands of women were trained in future-ready skills. We emphasise providing industries with skilled workers needed in the modern era. Teachers play a crucial role in nation-building, and our university works toward supporting and strengthening them.
" Tim Curtis, Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia, said, "With the global youth population growing, major employment challenges will arise. Along with women empowerment, there must be a strong focus on their skill development. In the modern era, AI and sustainable development will play key roles.
" MSID:: 120666502 413 |.
