Kupwara being an aspirational district, this program is a watershed moment for the youth of the district.
MUMBAI: IIFL Foundation said that it has launched a retail skill development program in partnership with the Indian Army and non-government organization REACHA to train 180 young beneficiaries as retail associates with employability prospects over twelve months in the Kupwara district of Kashmir.
The assessment and certification for the program would be by the Retailers Association’s Skill Council of India (RASCI) under the ‘Skill India’ initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
Aspirational district
The project is specially designed to help young individuals to become retail sector entrepreneurs or professionals by enhancing their skills and connecting them to the industry. Kupwara being an aspirational district, this program is a watershed moment for the youth of the district.
Employment for youth
Madhu Jain, Director of IIFL Foundation said, “We are thankful to the Indian Army, REACHA and local community for supporting this initiative. We will continue to support skill development and training initiatives with a focus on employment for youth in Kashmir.”
IIFL Foundation is one of India’s largest corporate social responsibility (CSR) organizations with a focus on education, health, poverty alleviation and climate action. The foundation is also supporting multiple skill development initiatives across the country and has been recognized by global and Indian authorities including the United Nations for its work.
On-ground support
Commenting on the initiative, Colonel M.S. Navalgatti said, “Indian Army is always happy to contribute to such initiatives and provide on-ground support to the local community.” He appreciated the efforts of the IIFL Foundation and REACHA.
Growth-oriented careers
Nikhil Pant, CEO, REACHA said, “We appreciate IIFL Foundations support. A key objective would be to train and provide placement to these 180 youth as part of empowering them for sustained, growth-oriented careers. Strengthening the Indian Army in nation-building is core to this project. The project will work in close collaboration with the district administration in Kupwara.”
Soft skill training
The course will include a core training module focusing on work-related training customized as per RASCI and soft skill training focusing on grooming. The candidates will also be trained in dress code, communication skills, resume making and confidence building.
The IIFL Foundation
IIFL Foundation which is a global name in girl child education and health has increased its contribution to the climate action theme over the past two years. The foundation has connected fifty-five schools in Maharashtra and Rajasthan, where electricity is not available or patchy to off-grid solar panels ensuring an uninterrupted power supply. The foundation has also launched India’s largest capacity last-mile vaccine delivery by drone and agriculture drone to ensure sustainable delivery of health and agricultural services most sustainably to fight climate change besides the last mile efforts.
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