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SPARK, in partnership with Parachute 16 and with the support of Google.org, has launched the Maharat for Tourism programme which aims to train 25,000 individuals across MENA, kicking off the initiative with an event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The launch, which took place at the Garage venue in Riyadh, welcomed over 100 guests, including government officials from the tourism sector, MSMEs, job seekers, and entrepreneurs. SPARK’s Regional Programme Director-ME, Dina AlMasaeid, delivered a keynote speech, stating, “Through the Maharat for Tourism programme, we aim to contribute to creating sustainable and impactful job opportunities within the tourism sector by providing training in digital tools, artificial intelligence, and essential soft skills.while also collaborating with governments to help create better regulatory frameworks for tourism, with the goal of building a tourism sector that’s more sustainable, diverse, and prosperous for all.” Charbel Sarkis, KSA Country Director at Google, emphasized the importance of technology in driving economic growth and creating opportunities for everyone. “At Google, we believe in the power of technology to drive economic growth and create opportunities for everyone. Through our partnership with SPARK, we hope to bring the Maharat for Tourism program to 25,000 people in the MENA region and to equip them with AI and digital skills. Our goal is to support the tourism sector and empower a new generation of entrepreneurs with the skills they need for the jobs of the future.” The Maharat for Tourism programme is designed to lead the future of tourism by focusing on green and sustainable practices. It aims to support 25,000 job seekers and small business owners across the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Jordan, Tunisia, Lebanon, and …

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