- Google to establish 50 smart schools in Pakistan’s capital city, Islamabad with plans to expand further in other cities with its local partner Tech Valley.
- This effort aims to empower the youth of Pakistan and modernize the education system within the country.
- The smart schools will be equipped with 30,000 Google for Education IFs, various AI features, and digital tools.
US tech giant Google has announced plans to establish 50 smart schools in Pakistan’s federal capital, Islamabad. These schools are part of Google’s commitment to improving education in Pakistan and will be equipped with 30,000 Google for Education IDs, offering various AI-powered features such as practice sets and digital tools to enhance collaboration and productivity among students and teachers.
In a recent meeting with the Secretary of the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, the Google for Education team, along with its local partner Tech Valley, presented their plans for Pakistan’s education sector. The initiatives include teacher workshops, youth training via Google Career Certificates, and the establishment of a public Google Reference School in Islamabad.
Google Career Certificates Program
These efforts aim to modernize education in Pakistan and empower its youth. The tech giant has also reiterated its commitment to empowering women in Pakistan, with initiatives such as the Google Career Certificates program. This program, launched in 2022, has allocated at least 50% of its scholarships to women, providing them with access to economic opportunities and enabling them to pursue their aspirations.
Additional Efforts by Google
Google News Initiative (GNI) has trained young journalists in Pakistan, providing opportunities for women to gain reporting experience and addressing the accessibility of newsrooms. These initiatives underscore Google’s commitment to bridging gender gaps and promoting equality and inclusion in Pakistan’s workforce.
Former Google Executive Tania Aidrus to Head PM Shehbaz’s Digital Pakistan Initiative. Read the full story here:
In a significant move towards digitization and technological advancement, former Google executive Tania Aidrus has been appointed to lead Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Pakistan initiative. This appointment marks a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s digital future, with Aidrus bringing her wealth of experience and expertise to the forefront of this ambitious project.
Former Google Executive Tania Aidrus to Head PM Shehbaz’s Digital Pakistan Initiative
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