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Education, skills development and training is the key to unlocking a successful and productive future. Education assists in unlocking employment opportunities, and is also essential for innovation, improving efficiencies, and driving sustainability.

Over the past years, a major positive for continuous learning has been the establishment of alternative education and training centres. Gone are the days when it was just school and university or college available as avenues for learning. Today we have options such as online schooling, short courses (in person or online) and more, that all ensure we have a platform to continue our learning journey irrespective of age. The other bonus that comes from this is that some platforms are more cost-efficient, which speaks to inclusivity.

The elephant in the room, however, is that while education is often the key to finding employment, unemployment is rampant and compounded by realities such as an increased cost of living and so forth. How often do we read stories of graduates who remain unemployed?

There is no straightforward answer on how to address this, but a starting point would be increased collaboration and partnerships between the private sector and government institutes. Another key factor for all learners and students is to note that education is invaluable – it is never a wasted investment. The reality is that in today’s world, we have to keep pushing on all fronts – developing ourselves, not giving up, and continuing to pursue our goals.

There are a variety of paid and free courses that can potentially help us on our individual journeys, but our mindset is critical. We have to think strategically and sometimes be a bit bolder than we are.

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There are challenges, but there are also opportunities… Good luck on your journey of continuous learning! Tashne