The British Council and the Department of Youth Development (DYD) of Bangladesh government signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) recently to working in partnership to empower young people with essential skills and unlock their potential.
The work planned within this collaboration will make a significant step towards equipping the nation's youth with the tools they need to thrive in the globalised world.
The LoI signing ceremony at Jubo Bhaban, Motijheel, saw Dr. Gazi Md. Saifuzzaman, Director General (Grade 1) of DYD, and David Knox, Director Programmes of the British Council, officially cemented the partnership.
The British Council will leverage its expertise to develop and deliver training modules on crucial soft skills like financial literacy, critical thinking, and communication, preparing young graduates and trainees for the evolving job market and entrepreneurial ventures.
The partnership will engage young people across Bangladesh through workshops and research initiatives. Their feedback and aspirations will be incorporated into national youth policies and programs, ensuring their needs are heard and reflected in decision-making.
Dr Saifuzzaman, emphasising the potential of the partnership, stated, "We are delighted that the British Council has committed to work with DYD, and we think that in the future, we will be able to achieve the goal for the development of youth in Bangladesh contributing to the national development vision."
Mr Knox echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of youth engagement: "The British Council recognises the critical role that DYD plays in investing in youth aligned to the vision for Smart Bangladesh. "