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Siete proyectos de jóvenes dominicanos reciben fondos semilla en la Competencia Pitch de Proyectos Innovadores del DIA Lab RD

2023/08/21

The Trust for the Americas, en colaboración con su socio local ADASEC RD y con el apoyo financiero de Citi Foundation, celebró la Competencia Pitch de Proyectos Innovadores del DIA Lab RD - La Vega. En esta ocasión, un total de 10 proyectos fueron presentados ante un jurado multidisciplinario, que evaluó criterios como el modelo de negocio, el impacto social y medioambiental, la viabilidad económica y el grado de innovación. Los proyectos más destacados fueron galardonados con USD 1,000 en fondos semilla para fortalecer sus estructuras y catalizar sus impactos.

República Dominicana

The Trust for the Americas y la Cámara Paraguaya de Comercio Electrónico se unen para expandir la red de Centros POETA en América Latina

2023/08/17

The Trust for the Americas, organización sin fines de lucro que impulsa el desarrollo sostenible en la región, se complace en anunciar una significativa alianza con la Cámara Paraguaya de Comercio Electrónico (CAPACE). Esta colaboración tiene como objetivo ampliar la red de centros de capacitación en habilidades digitales en América Latina, y para ello, sumarán 11 Centros POETA en el territorio paraguayo.

Paraguay

The Trust for the Americas and AES Puerto Rico train new entrepreneurs.

2023/07/11

The Trust for the Americas and AES Puerto Rico announce the launch of the fourth edition of the Empowering Innovative Entrepreneurship Project in Puerto Rico, aiming to support around 120 individuals in creating and fortifying local businesses across municipalities. The initiative offers free training in digital tools, business strategies, and personalized mentorship to foster economic growth and benefit communities.

Puerto Rico

The Trust for the Americas, Microsoft e EY suman esfuerzos para reducir la desigualdad laboral en Brasil

2023/07/10

Con la misión de impulsar acciones educativas que permitan incitar la empleabilidad y transformación de la vida de las poblaciones en situación de vulnerabilidad de Brasil, The Trust for the Americas establece una colaboración estratégica con EY y Microsoft. Esta alianza pretende empoderar a las personas mediante la capacitación en habilidades sociales, digitales y técnicas, aumentando su competitividad en el mercado laboral y abriendo la puerta a nuevas oportunidades económicas, especialmente para aquellos que buscan su primer empleo.

Brasil

First Phase of U.S.-Funded DIA Lab Belize Successfully Concludes

2023/06/29

After two years of implementation, the DIA Innovation Lab for Youth Belize (DIA Lab Belize) marked the successful completion of the first phase of the program. Key stakeholders gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of this groundbreaking initiative which aims to create a network of youth agents of change in Belize. The Trust for the Americas' project is supported financially by the U.S. Embassy Belize through the Central American Regional Security Initiative – Economic Support Fund (CARSI-ESF) and is implemented in collaboration with the University of West Indies (UWI) Open Campus.

Belize

U.S.-Funded DIA Lab Belize and Caribbean School of Data Empower Young Inmates through Digital Literacy Training

2023/06/29

The Trust for the Americas, in collaboration with the Caribbean School of Data (CSOD) is pleased to launch a digital literacy initiative at the Kolbe Foundation, Belize Central Prison. This initiative, facilitated through its DIA Innovation Lab for Youth Belize (DIA Lab Belize), aims to equip young inmates with the essential digital skills of the 21st century to enhance their employability upon release and empower them to secure a stable future.

Belize

OAS, NWAC, and The Trust for the Americas join Forces to Empower Indigenous Communities through Digital Skills Training

2023/06/22

The Secretary General of the OAS, NWAC, and The Trust for the Americas launch the "Empowering Indigenous Peoples through Digital Skills Project" to enhance livelihoods and opportunities for Indigenous communities in Québec, British Columbia, and Alberta. The project aims to train 350 individuals in digital and life skills, empower local leaders for sustainable skill development, provide access to employment opportunities, and foster entrepreneurship and businesses within Indigenous communities.

Canada

The Trust for the Americas, Microsoft and EY join efforts to reduce labor inequality in Chile

2023/06/09

Santiago, Chile (May 25, 2023) – With the mission of catalyzing employability and transforming the lives of vulnerable populations in Chile, The Trust for the Americas establishes a strategic collaboration with Ernst & Young (EY) and Microsoft. This alliance aims to empower people through training in digital and technical skills, increasing their competitiveness in the labor market and opening the door to new economic opportunities, especially for those looking for their first job.

Chile

La Universidad Tecnológica Santa Catarina (UTSC) y The Trust for the Americas transforman el panorama tecnológico en México como Centro Autorizado Certificador de Microsoft

2023/06/09

The Trust for the Americas, en alianza con la Universidad Tecnológica Santa Catarina (UTSC), se complace en anunciar su lanzamiento oficial como Centro Autorizado Certificador de Microsoft, Certiport. Esta importante certificación posiciona a la UTSC como un referente en la formación y certificación en tecnología de vanguardia en el país.

Mexico

Hadi Partovi and Guillermo Areas Join the Board of Directors  of The Trust for the Americas

2023/05/30

The Trust for the Americas is proud to announce the  election of Hadi Partovi and Guillermo Areas as new members of its Board of Directors. The Board voted unanimously to welcome both Mr. Partovi and Mr. Areas.

Estados Unidos

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