O Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Fundação Wadhwani to enhance the skill sets of adolescent girls across India. This partnership is a core component of Project NAVYA, a collaborative initiative between the MSDE and the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD).
The collaboration aims to provide young women with the tools necessary to navigate the modern workforce and contribute effectively to their communities.
Key Objectives of the Partnership
The Wadhwani Foundation will provide specialized training modules designed to create a “future-ready” workforce of young women. These modules are being offered free of cost to all beneficiaries of Project NAVYA and focus on four critical areas:
- Work Readiness: Preparing girls for professional environments through soft skills and vocational training.
- Life Skills: Strengthening personal growth, resilience, and decision-making capabilities.
- Self-Employment: Building the entrepreneurial mindset required to launch and sustain small businesses.
- Community Participation: Encouraging active engagement and leadership at the local level.
Strategic Impact of Project NAVYA
Project NAVYA represents a significant shift toward integrated governance, where skill development meets social welfare. by combining the resources of two major ministries with the technical expertise of the Wadhwani Foundation, the program ensures that training is not just theoretical but aligned with current market demands.
The Road Ahead
This partnership is expected to bridge the gender gap in the labor market by providing adolescent girls from diverse backgrounds with access to high-quality digital and life-skills content. The MSDE intends to roll out these modules through its vast network of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKKs) and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) to ensure maximum reach.
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