Dr. Imad Salem, Acting President of the Palestinian National Authority for Vocational and Technical Education and Training (NATE), welcomed Mrs. Walaa Samara, a representative of Palestine Technopark, to explore potential areas of collaboration and strengthen partnerships aimed at advancing vocational and technical education and training in Palestine.
During the meeting, Dr. Salem outlined the role of NATE in regulating and overseeing the vocational and technical education sector, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with various stakeholders, particularly civil society organizations, as key players in the development of the sector. The discussion also focused on a project presented by Palestine Technopark, exploring its key components and the potential for further development to align with NATE’s vision for enhancing technical training programs, a key area of focus for the Technopark.
In her presentation, Mrs. Walaa Samara provided an overview of the diverse programs offered by Palestine Technopark, underscoring the critical need to enhance partnerships with NATE to ensure a sustainable and mutually beneficial collaboration that meets shared objectives.
The meeting was attended by NATE’s team, where participants engaged in detailed discussions about the project and explored future frameworks for collaboration, aiming to develop an educational and training environment that is responsive to labor market needs and contributes to the broader goals of economic development.
This collaboration highlights a commitment to enhancing the quality of vocational and technical training programs, equipping the Palestinian workforce with the skills required for sustainable economic growth.
