Completion of Project Management and Entrepreneurship Training for Second-Year Beneficiaries of the “Fursa” Economic Empowerment Program

Completion of Project Management and Entrepreneurship Training for Second-Year Beneficiaries of the “Fursa” Economic Empowerment Program

On November 28, 2024, Volunteer for Hope Association successfully concluded a specialized training course in Project Management and Entrepreneurship. This training was part of the second-year activities of the “Fursa” Economic Empowerment Program. The closing took place through an in-person meeting at the association’s headquarters, during which beneficiaries presented their projects developed throughout the training in the final two sessions dedicated to evaluation.

Following the conclusion, the trainer, Jihad Shuja’ieh, submitted a detailed technical report summarizing the main topics covered during the course, alongside an evaluation of the training’s strengths and challenges. The report highlighted participants’ levels of attendance, engagement, and interaction. It also noted that the training methodology was highly interactive and educational, focusing on enhancing self-learning skills, entrepreneurial performance, and practical application of small business management skills.

The report emphasized the participatory nature of the training, encouraging beneficiaries to share ideas and experiences. Overall, the trainer rated participant engagement at 4 out of 5, reflecting the training’s effectiveness and positive impact.

Arrangements have also been made with the trainer to finalize the payment process related to the training delivery.

Training Content and Objectives:

The training was delivered according to the approved plan and schedule, with trainer Jihad Shuja’ieh maintaining full control over the sessions and content delivery. The course covered essential topics within project management and entrepreneurship, including:

• Communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Leadership and planning
• Self-directed learning
• Project idea development and implementation

Sessions were conducted via the Zoom platform, facilitating accessibility and attendance despite challenging mobility and travel conditions faced by the trainees.

Attendance and Participation:

Attendance reached approximately 70% of enrolled participants, with active engagement observed in both individual exercises and group discussions. This reflected the trainees’ solid understanding and interest in the course content. The training environment fostered a serious and culturally cohesive interaction among participants, despite differences in their educational and professional backgrounds.

Summary:

This training represents a crucial step within the “Fursa” Economic Empowerment Program, significantly contributing to building entrepreneurial and managerial capacities among beneficiaries. It effectively prepared participants to advance to the next stages of the program, which include specialized professional training and the provision of technical and financial support for their small projects.

Despite existing challenges, both the trainer and trainees expressed high satisfaction and confirmed the valuable impact of this training on their entrepreneurial and economic development journeys.