WUSC - World University Service of Canada

Published purpose

This project aims to promote economic growth in Sri Lanka by supporting equitable employment in expanding trades sectors for young women and men in Northern, North Western, Eastern and Southern provinces. In collaboration with the Sri Lankan Ministry of Skills Development and Vocational Training, the project works with public and private sector skills training providers who engage with relevant businesses in the four selected trades (hospitality, communications technology, construction, and automotive repair) to develop and provide training that reflects the needs of the job market, and to identify and fill job placements. The project also implements a social marketing campaign with the Ministry of Skills Development and Vocational Training to attract students to high-demand trades.