Muscat, Oman
Ooredoo recently kicked-off the 23rd Springboard programme, for more than 200 Omani women. Providing training opportunities for those across the country, Springboard was created by women for women and promotes the inclusion of Omani women in the workplace. It continues to strengthen and empower them to leverage their talent and skills to achieve their aspirations and become future business owners.

This year, Springboard welcomed participants from various government and private institutions, in a collaborative effort with Omani women’s associations in South Al Batinah and from the Wilayats of Nakhal and Al Awabi. As Springboard is regarded as a benchmark for successful public-private sector collaboration, as well as putting in place an agreement to launch a programme to empower a group of female taxi leaders at Otaxi. Plus, Ooredoo collaborated with OMRAN, the leading entity in the tourism and hospitality sector, to empower a group of its female employees. This partnership aims to provide these women with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles and contribute to the company’s growth. The training programme, which will continue over a period of 3 to 4 months, includes a series of workshops and practical sessions.

By building skills and providing the right tools, the course helps to launch women into the world of work, including entrepreneurship. In doing so, this helps them to contribute to the development of the national economy while creating a positive and sustainable impact on future generations.
Always focused on giving back to local communities, Ooredoo’s Springboard programme falls under the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Goodwill umbrella. Ever since it launched this educational programme, Ooredoo has provided professional development opportunities for over 8,000 Omani women.

Look out for further news and updates on the Springboard programme on www.ooredoo.om.