Skills for Inclusive Growth

📢 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦! 🌟

As we reach the formal conclusion of the Skills for Inclusive Growth (S4IG) program, we want to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who has been a part of this incredible journey.

From fostering innovation to creating sustainable livelihoods through skills development, this program has been about building inclusive growth for communities across Sri Lanka.

💡 Together, we:

✨ Introduced innovative approaches to vocational training, empowering youth and women to excel in the tourism industry.

✨ Supported the development of creative tourism experiences that celebrated Sri Lanka’s culture and diversity.

✨ Piloted forward-thinking initiatives that set benchmarks for skills development programs nationwide.

This achievement was made possible through the commitment of our partners, trainers, vocational institutions, participants, and communities. To the policymakers, industry leaders, and supporters who believed in this vision, we owe you our heartfelt thanks.

Our website which has access to all of our models, surveys, reports and links to our stakeholders who will be using them will remain live for the next year: https://inclusivegrowth.com.lk

While this chapter comes to a close, the ideas, skills, and connections we’ve fostered will continue to inspire change and growth in the years to come.

From all of us at S4IG: Thank you and goodbye! 💙
Let’s continue building an inclusive future—one innovative idea at a time. ✨

Skills for Inclusive Growth was supported by Australian Aid

🌟 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 🌟

We are incredibly proud of the innovative models developed by S4IG, including Professional Cookery NVQ Level 4, Hotel Operations Multitasker NVQ Level 3, Professional Business Coaching, and E-Tourism courses. These models are our gift to all those who seek to use them beyond S4IG’s closure in November 2024.

Developed with the active participation of industry stakeholders, these courses were designed to meet the skill requirements and fill the gaps in the tourism industry. Whether you choose to follow these courses at a government or private training institute or through self-study, they are crafted to benefit every user.

Tourism is Sri Lanka's 3rd highest revenue generator and a crucial industry for our economic recovery. We believe these models and the skills they develop will help the industry perform and meet its demands.

These models are our legacy, and we are privileged to leave them behind for Sri Lanka to use.

Access all our models and courses on our website: https://inclusivegrowth.com.lk/

S4IG program was supported by Australian Aid.

Skills for Inclusive Growth Skills for Inclusive Growth

“Congratulations VTA trainees on the autism spectrum and the parents of these trainees as they mark a significant step toward inclusivity in vocational training. The second batch of students for the NVQ Level 2 Information Technology course, designed for individuals on the Autism Spectrum, was recruited at the National Vocational Training Center in Narahenpita.

What makes us even happier at S4IG is that this second batch was co-ordinated entirely by the VTA themselves, we had no direct involvement. This demonstrates the sustainability of the initiative.

In collaboration with the Sri Lanka Vocational Training Authority, Skills for Inclusive Growth (S4IG) is proud to support this initiative, sponsored by the Australian Government. This program aims to provide students with specialised training and hands-on experience, preparing them for meaningful employment opportunities and economic independence.
Together, we are building a more inclusive future where everyone can thrive! ”