German-funded training institute in Kilinochchi
German Ambassador Dr. Juergen Morhard recently visited the site of
the Sri Lankan-German Training Institute (SLGTI), a landmark project
initiated by the German development cooperation agency - GIZ in 2012, as
part of its Vocational Training in the North (VTN) Project.
SLGTI will be a national level vocational training institute in
Kilinochchi. The institute functions under the purview of the National
Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA), and offers
training in identified technical trades at National Vocational
Qualification levels 4, 5 and 6. SLGTI will provide war-affected youth
and communities in the North an opportunity to enhance skills according
to the needs of the labour market.
Ambassador Morhard said that the project was on track for completion
by May 2016. He said the SLGTI would substantially increase the capacity
to train youth in the North, and enhance employment prospects. GIZ is
responsible for technical assistance, including capacity development,
the provision of qualified managerial staff, teachers and trainers.
Financial assistance is provided through Kreditanstalt für
Wiederaufbau (German development bank - KfW) and encompasses the
construction of the training centre, the supply of equipment, machines
and teaching materials.
The facility will include technical workshops, dormitories for 180
trainees, staff quarters, a kindergarten and a playground. |