Technological boost: 436 scholarships awarded to young people in Pedro Brand
With the goal of fostering social mobility and democratizing access to technical training, the President of the Republic, Luis Abinader, led the delivery of 436 continuing education scholarships to outstanding students from the municipality of Pedro Brand. This initiative, developed in conjunction with the Instituto Tecnológico de Las Américas (ITLA), seeks to provide youth with key tools for their professional development.
Beneficiaries will have the opportunity to take specialized programs in blended and virtual modalities, designed to strengthen their skills in a highly competitive global environment. During the event, which was attended by the Minister of Education, Luis Miguel De Camps, the Government’s commitment to expanding educational offerings throughout the national territory was highlighted.
Commitment to excellence and the future
ITLA rector, Jimmy Rosario Bernard, emphasized that this delivery is part of a comprehensive strategy to bring technology closer to communities, allowing local talent to access quality jobs in today’s economy.
At ITLA, we have a firm commitment to bringing technological education to more young people and turning it into a true tool for social mobility. These 436 scholarships represent concrete opportunities for excellent young people to strengthen their skills, develop their talent, and build a future with greater possibilities.
Jimmy Rosario Bernard, Rector of ITLATraining adapted to the digital age
The academic offer included in these scholarships is aligned with the demands of the 4.0 economy. By training young people in high-demand areas, ITLA and the Dominican Government facilitate a more effective and competitive labor insertion. Among the key points of this session, the following were highlighted:
- Access to cutting-edge technological training for young people in Pedro Brand.
- Academic flexibility through the use of virtual and blended learning platforms.
- Specialized preparation to respond to the challenges of the modern labor market.
- Strengthening the social fabric through quality education.
With actions like this, ITLA reaffirms its mission to be an engine of change, bringing highly specialized programs to various areas of the country and ensuring that technological training is a fundamental pillar for the progress of Dominicans.
