The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have announced a strategic partnership to advance skill development and lifelong learning in India and globally, furthering the Skill Mission. This collaboration aims to empower individuals across the globe, by equipping them with essential competencies and qualifications, thereby enhancing employability and sustainable economic growth.
The MoU was signed by Mr. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International, and Mr. Sangheon Lee, Director, Employment Policy, Job Creation and Livelihoods Department, ILO, reaffirming both organizations’ commitment to leveraging their strengths and expertise in talent development. Speaking on the partnership, Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International said, “The MoU between ILO and NSDC is a significant milestone for Skills Ecosystem in India.”
The partnership aims to improve skill development in India through effective policies, governance, and financing structures, with a key focus on implementing the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), which will streamline initiatives, enhance efficiency, accessibility, and global impact. Mr. Sangheon Lee, Director, Employment Policy, Job Creation and Livelihoods Department, ILO said, “We believe that by combining NSDC technological capacity and ILO standard setting functions, tripartism and global reach, we have the potential to significantly improve training access and quality globally.”
