The government of Bangladesh has launched an ambitious initiative to provide freelancing training to educated unemployed youth, aiming to boost foreign currency earnings. Under this project, 28,800 individuals across 48 districts will be trained, with a total budget allocation of BDT 2.97 billion (297 crore 16 lakh 23 thousand 600).
The initiative was approved during a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Government Procurement held on Thursday, November 21, at the Secretariat, chaired by Science, Technology, and Economic Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed. The training firm, e-Learning and Earning Limited, has been appointed to execute the program.
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved the project earlier in February 2024. Titled “Employment Creation through Freelancing Training for Educated Job-Seeking Youth in 48 Districts,” the project is being implemented by the Department of Youth Development under the Ministry of Youth and Sports and is expected to conclude by December 2026.
Training Details
- Number of Trainees: 28,800 youth (600 per district).
- Batch Structure: Four batches of 50 students per district annually, with a three-month training period per batch.
- Stipend: Each trainee will receive BDT 200 daily for travel expenses and BDT 300 for meals.
- Eligibility: Candidates must be 18–35 years old, have at least a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC), and possess basic computer knowledge.
Training Facilities
- Two computer labs will be set up in each district, equipped with 25 computers and high-speed internet.
- A centralized question bank will be created for trainee selection, with new questions introduced for each batch.
Selection Process
Interested candidates must apply online after public notifications. Eligible participants will be selected through a screening test. The selection process will be overseen by a three-member committee, comprising the Director of the Department of Youth Development as the Chairperson and the Project Director as the Member Secretary.
The program reflects the government’s commitment to empowering youth through skill development and creating sustainable employment opportunities in the growing freelancing sector.
