Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
25808 results for "training program"
Nigeria's federal government has enrolled 250,000 young people in technical and vocational training programs, marking a quarter of their ambitious two-year goal. Each graduate will receive starter kits and access to low-interest loans to launch their careers.
African universities are launching new programs to help inventors protect their ideas after millions of innovations went unprotected. The continent is now training researchers to turn their discoveries into commercial success stories.
Ten shea butter businesses in Ghana's Savannah Region just completed a transformative training program that's already helping them expand and professionalize. One company gained 17 new members while another hired its first marketing strategist.
Women who beat cancer are reclaiming their strength through Team Phoenix, a 14-week program that trains survivors to complete sprint triathlons. Kayla Kutz, a breast cancer survivor, is conquering her fears one stroke, pedal, and step at a time.
High schoolers in Worcester, Massachusetts can now train for careers in solar, HVAC, and climate science through a new after-school program that comes with real industry certifications. It's part of a statewide push to prepare students for some of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy.
Luzerne County Community College is building America's first comprehensive skilled trades training strategy to prepare 300,000 new workers. The P.A. Works program aims to meet growing demand from energy and tech companies investing billions in Pennsylvania.
New York is tackling a hidden problem in the electric vehicle revolution: who's going to fix all those charging stations when they break down? A new $450,000 training program will prepare everyday New Yorkers for careers keeping EV chargers running.
Over 35,000 Lagos residents graduated from free job training programs in just seven months, with nearly 19,000 receiving startup equipment to launch their own businesses. The initiative is helping thousands move out of poverty through real skills and tangible support.
A fully-sponsored program in Ghana is giving young African tech entrepreneurs everything they need to build AI startups, including training, mentorship from companies like Google and OpenAI, and up to $100,000 in funding. Applications are open now through July 2026.
Malaysia's digital leadership program has graduated 176 professionals in advanced technologies like AI and 5G, with plans to train 300 leaders by 2026. Graduates are already tackling real-world challenges in healthcare, education, and agriculture.
Seven young adults with disabilities just completed Project SEARCH, an intensive job training program that helps them build real workplace skills. The graduates are now ready to enter the workforce with confidence and hands-on experience.
Nigeria just paid monthly stipends to 73,000 young people learning job-ready skills like welding, tech, and renewable energy. With 1.3 million applicants, the program is tackling youth unemployment by offering free training, living expenses, and startup support.
Saudi Arabia's AI training initiative has attracted 51,000 participants from 170 countries, making cutting-edge tech education accessible globally. The program represents one of the largest international efforts to democratize artificial intelligence skills.
As America's farmers age and land costs soar, a Michigan training program is helping aspiring growers learn the ropes without the usual financial pressures. Three students at a time spend seven months mastering everything from tractors to business plans while growing food for their community.
Union members raised funds at a Top Golf event in Chesterfield to support the Missouri Works Initiative, a nonprofit helping Missourians access career training and job resources. The March 19th fundraiser brings new support to programs connecting laid-off workers with apprenticeships and recovery-friendly workplaces.
A Thai university just proved workforce training works: all 40 graduates from its pilot program landed professional jobs. Now the program is expanding to help more communities build skills that match real employer needs.
Young Ghanaians now have a chance to join a free year-long leadership program that includes military-style training focused on discipline, integrity, and service. The PK Amoabeng Leadership Scholar Program aims to develop character-driven leaders through intensive real-world experiences.
When Chase Benoit reunited with Wendel, the guide dog he trained in prison, their instant recognition proved the power of their bond. Now the program that brought them together is spreading hope across America.
Nigeria is expanding a poverty reduction program that gives young people free tech training, solar energy skills, and equipment to start their own businesses. After a successful pilot in Abuja, the program now reaches three more states with plans to lift 100 million people out of poverty.
Two American soccer champions spent a week coaching 300 young Ghanaian girls and 50 of their coaches, creating a training program designed to keep growing long after they left. The World Cup winner and pro defender focused less on drills and more on building confidence and leadership.
Showing 20 of 25808