Earlier, USAID provided ICT scholarships to 250 young people from the East. The scholarships will provide the recipients with skills needed to meet current workforce demands.

USAID, in partnership with Microsoft’s Unlimited Potential Partnership (UPP) program, developed computer-based ICT curricula to address the workforce needs in agriculture, apparel, media, and tourism sectors.

“These four sectors account for about 39% of all jobs in Sri Lanka, and ICT skills are critical to succeeding in these areas. These scholarships from USAID will enable the youth to find jobs and participate in the country’s economy. That benefits the students, the communities, and Sri Lanka,” said Rebecca Cohn, USAID Mission Director.