The Egyptian government has taken another step in its efforts to combat illegal migration through a presidential initiative called "Ships of Salvation." As part of this initiative, the Sohag Governorate recently concluded a training program for 28 young individuals in plumbing. The program was a collaboration between the Ministry of Housing and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The training program aimed to equip young people with the skills and technical expertise required for a career in plumbing. This initiative is being implemented in 14 governorates, including Sohag, where illegal migration is a concern. The program's primary goal is to provide job opportunities for young people and enhance their skills, ensuring they lead dignified lives.
According to Mohamed Salah Abdel Gafar, the head of the Sohag Water and Sewerage Company, the program is a new experiment within the presidential initiative. The training program was designed to integrate young people into the workforce and provide them with the necessary skills to secure employment. Participants received toolkits and work attire to ensure a safe working environment and a professional appearance.
The program also included awareness campaigns on water services, customer service, and e-marketing. This comprehensive approach aims to empower young people and provide them with sustainable job opportunities, supporting the state's efforts to combat illegal migration and promote overall development.
The closing ceremony of the training program was attended by Mohamed Atef, a public awareness officer at the Holding Company for Water and Wastewater, and Engineer Doaa Nasser, director of the General Administration for Training at the Sohag Water Company. They emphasized the importance of continuing such programs to support young people and open up new opportunities for them in the job market.
The "Ships of Salvation" initiative is a presidential endeavor aimed at providing young people with job opportunities and skills to combat illegal migration. By partnering with various government ministries and public sector companies, the initiative seeks to make a positive impact on the lives of young Egyptians.
The successful completion of the plumbing training program in Sohag marks a significant milestone in the government's efforts to address the issue of illegal migration. By providing young people with skills and job opportunities, the government hopes to reduce the appeal of irregular migration and promote a more stable and prosperous future for its citizens.
Key points
- The program provided 28 young participants with training in plumbing skills and toolkits to ensure a safe working environment.
- The initiative aims to provide job opportunities for young people and enhance their skills to combat illegal migration.
- The program was a collaboration between the Ministry of Housing and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, implemented in 14 governorates, including Sohag.
