Chief Minister Skill Development Program For Khawaja Sira ( Transgender) Apply Online
The Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has launched a Free Skills Training Program for Transgender in Punjab. This initiative is aimed at empowering Khawaja Sira through vocational training and equipping them with essential skills to improve their livelihoods. The program is organized by the Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) and will start in January 2025.
Program Features
- Eligibility: Women aged 18 years or older.
- Duration: Courses are offered free of charge.
- Stipend: Participants will receive a monthly stipend of PKR 5,000.
- Certification: Successful participants will receive an accredited certificate after completing the course.
Available Courses
The courses are designed to teach practical skills that are in demand in the job market. Some of the courses include:
- Tailoring and Dressmaking
- Beauty and Personal Care
- Computer Applications
- Hospitality Services
- Fashion Designing
Training Locations for Transgender Skill Development Program
The training will be conducted in the following cities with details of the institutes and contact numbers:
Lahore
- College of Fashion and Textile Design (Model Town, Lahore)
- Course: Advanced Fashion Designing
- Contact: 0300-9444896
- Govt. Institute of Technology (Township, Lahore)
- Course: Computer Applications
- Contact: 0300-6832438
- Vocational Institute (Shalimar Link Road, Lahore)
- Course: Tailoring and Dressmaking
- Contact: 0313-8444182
- Govt. Technical College for Women (Gulberg, Lahore)
- Course: Beauty and Personal Care
- Contact: 0333-6090214
Gujranwala
- Vocational Institute for Women
- Course: Advanced Tailoring
- Contact: 0332-8749637
Sheikhupura
- Govt. Technical College for Women
- Course: Beauty and Personal Care
- Contact: 0305-6114659
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply for the program by contacting their nearest training institute. The last date to apply is December 26, 2024. Seats are limited, so early registration is recommended. For online application and guidelines visit www.psdf.org.pk or call on 0800-48627.
Why You Should Join:
- Free training from qualified professionals.
- A monthly stipend to support your expenses during the course.
- Opportunity to gain skills that can lead to employment or self-business.
- An official certificate to boost your career prospects.
For more information, contact PSDF through their helpline 0800-48627 or visit their official website psdf.org.pk.