As part of efforts to strengthen national partnerships aimed at empowering Palestinian youth and enhancing their professional and technical capacities, Dr. Yousef Al Krunz, journalist and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization, met with H.E. Prof. Dr. Rabah Morrar, Chairman of the Palestinian National Authority for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, to discuss avenues of joint cooperation in the fields of media and journalism training and the development of modern digital skills.
The meeting featured in-depth discussions on future partnership opportunities between the two institutions and the possibility of implementing joint training programs and initiatives targeting Palestinian youth. These efforts aim to strengthen their media, digital, and technical skills and enhance their readiness to keep pace with the rapid transformations taking place in the labor market and the digital media landscape.
Both parties reviewed a number of proposals and ideas aimed at developing specialized training programs in digital media, content creation, and modern media production, as well as integrating artificial intelligence applications into media work. Such initiatives would enhance young people's efficiency and their ability to innovate, create, and compete within the digital economy.
The two sides emphasized that investing in youth is a fundamental pillar of sustainable development. They highlighted the importance of building an integrated training ecosystem that links theoretical education with practical application, employment opportunities, and entrepreneurship, thereby preparing a generation capable of adapting to technological changes and responding to the demands of local, regional, and international labor markets.
The participants also noted that this cooperation represents a strategic opportunity to unify national efforts, expand access to training programs, and reach the widest possible segment of young people across the Palestinian governorates. This would contribute to economic and social empowerment while helping to build a qualified human capital capable of leading the development process.
The meeting was attended on behalf of the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization by Ms. Wisal Abu Alia, Vice Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, and Ms. Walaa Asfour, Secretary of the Organization. Representing the Palestinian National Authority for Technical and Vocational Education and Training were Dr. Imad Salem, Director General of Policies and Planning, and Ms. Samah Amarna, Director of the Chairman’s Office.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation and translating the outcomes of the discussion into practical and sustainable programs and initiatives that serve Palestinian youth, enhance their media and digital skills, and expand opportunities for training, employment, and innovation within the media sector and the digital economy.