MUSCAT : The initiative seeks to empower youth by transforming their talents into sustainable income streams. The programme will focus on developing self-employed individuals and aims to spotlight their local and international talents. The collaboration aligns with national efforts to support and grow the country’s pool of skilled entrepreneurs.
Amira bint Mohammed Al Balushi, Director of Programs at the Youth Centre, highlighted that this program is part of the joint efforts with Oman Oil Marketing Company to develop and empower Omani youth in freelancing, transforming personal skills into profitable ventures.
The programme will be conducted in a hybrid format, with virtual and in-person sessions. It includes multiple stages and has attracted over 262 participants across more than 13 fields. These include media, technology, software, crafts, sciences, arts, photography, design, marketing, beauty, and writing. After the programme’s completion, a select number of participants will be further supported in the launch phase of their businesses.
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Khamis bin Nasser Al-Shuaibi, General Manager of Shared Services at Oman Oil Marketing Company, emphasized the company’s role in supporting the programme, saying that empowering Omani youth in freelancing is part of the broader vision to help them realize their entrepreneurial ambitions.
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