Innovision Consulting, in collaboration with Swisscontact, has successfully wrapped up a transformative training initiative under the Building Youth Employment Through Skill (BYETS) project. This program focused on enhancing the capabilities of workers in Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garments (RMG) sector to boost efficiency, productivity, and long-term business sustainability.
The workplace-based training sessions, conducted from 7 November to 24 November 2024, took place at a Tier 1 RMG factory in Gazipur. Combining soft skills development with technical training, the program incorporated a comprehensive approach to strengthening capacity at both individual and organizational levels.
A highlight of the initiative was the development of in-house trainers. Ten factory personnel underwent 8 days of Training of Trainers (ToT), with five of them also completing an additional 3 days of Training of Assessors (ToA). These trainers are now equipped with the skills and knowledge to sustain and expand the factory’s training system.
Over the course of the program, 12 training batches were completed. Of these, eight batches comprised freshers, helpers, semi-operators, and operators, who underwent an 18-day training program blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on machine operation practice. Each batch included 20 participants, with at least 50% female representation, reflecting the program’s commitment to gender inclusivity. Additionally, four batches of skilled and multi-skilled operators completed a 12-day training program aimed at upskilling and reskilling to meet the demands of a competitive RMG industry.
This program equipped youth workers with critical skills to succeed in their roles, fostering the development of a resilient and inclusive workforce. Innovision Consulting and Swisscontact share a vision of advancing growth through skill development and innovation, and this initiative represents a significant step toward achieving that goal.