Equipping low-income families with technical skills is essential for improving their living standards: Senator Rubina Khalid

ISLAMABAD, Nov 13 (SABAH): Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid, met with Chairperson of the National Vocational & Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC), Gulmina Bilal, at the BISP Headquarters.

The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration to provide skill training and quality certifications to BISP-registered families, aligning programs with both local and international workforce trends.

Senator Rubina Khalid emphasized that BISP supports 9.3 million low-income families, and equipping them with technical skills is essential for improving their living standards. “Our goal is to uplift these families by transforming their skills into sustainable assets through effective human resource development,” she stated. “With skill training, individuals can become self-reliant, raising their economic standing while contributing to the country’s progress.”

Senator Rubina Khalid highlighted the importance of internationally recognized certifications to enable beneficiaries to access job opportunities abroad. She mentioned the growing demand for trained professionals in fields such as home care, nursing, and paramedics internationally. She stressed the need for BISP to ensure high-quality training that meets global standards.

Chairperson NAVTTC Gulmina Bilal shared that NAVTTC is engaging with technical institutes to uphold standard security protocols, third-party monitoring, and internationally accepted certifications. She also proposed collaborating with BISP to share their database of skilled individuals, ensuring that deserving families receive access to the right training opportunities.

Skill training and quality certifications could play a significant step towards empowering Pakistan’s underserved communities, bridging the gap between skills and market needs.