
Investing in talent Labour Ministry, IPA conclude Kheberat programme to enhance youth employability
TDT | Manama
Bahrain is committed to empowering young professionals by providing the necessary training and resources to make them the preferred choice for employment. This was emphasised by His Excellency Yousef bin Abdulhussein Khalaf, Legal Affairs Minister and Acting Labour Minister.
He attended the closing ceremony of the second and third editions of the Kheberat (Experiences) Programme, organised by IPA in collaboration with the Labour Ministry, along with H.E. Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Duaij Al Khalifa, Director General of the Institute of Public Administration (IPA).
Competitiveness
The initiative aims to equip young Bahrainis with professional skills and practical experience to enhance their competitiveness in the labour market.
Khalaf highlighted the Kheberat Programme as a key initiative that supports job seekers by equipping them with relevant skills to integrate into the workforce and contribute effectively to sustainable development.
He also commended the collaboration between the Labour Ministry and IPA, noting that this partnership strengthens employment opportunities by aligning professional training with evolving market needs.
Technological advancements He emphasised the importance of continuously updating training and education programmes to keep pace with technological advancements and ensure that the national workforce remains equipped with essential skills.
Dr. Shaikha Rana stressed IPA's commitment to continuously enhancing training and administrative development mechanisms, considering it a strategic priority pursued in collaboration with stakeholders and in line with global best practices.
She attributed the programme's success to Bahrain's strategic policies, which reflect confidence in the ambition and capabilities of Bahraini youth.
Contributions
She underscored the need to further refine their skills, support their ideas, and enhance their contributions to the job market.
Since its launch two years ago, the Kheberat Programme has benefited 70 participants, who collectively developed more than 37 projects during their on-the-job training with private sector institutions.
She added that IPA, in coordination with the Labour Ministry, is preparing to launch additional cohorts of the programme to support a larger number of young Bahrainis seeking employment and experience.
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