First Batch of National Apprenticeship Program and MACL’s Hunavaru Initiative Successfully Concludes

The first batch of the National Apprenticeship Program and Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL)’s Hunavaru training program has been successfully completed, with 54 participants awarded certificates at a ceremony held last night at Hulhulé Island Hotel.

The event was officiated by Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts, Ibrahim Waheed, who commended MACL’s commitment to human resource development. In his remarks, the Minister underscored the importance of capacity-building initiatives in strengthening companies that depend on highly skilled personnel, particularly in sectors such as aviation.

MACL’s Deputy Managing Director, Mujtaba Latheef, also spoke at the ceremony, highlighting the impact of the Hunavaru Program in preparing Maldivians for careers in aviation. He announced that a new batch of the program will be launched in the coming week, offering expanded opportunities to aspiring youth.

The Hunavaru Program, a flagship initiative of MACL, provides structured training in multiple disciplines essential to the company’s operations. Through the Dhalan Expo conducted by the Ministry of Higher Education, Labor, and Skills Development, 25 youth enrolled in the program. Following six months of intensive training, 17 participants have now been offered employment opportunities within MACL.

Meanwhile, the National Apprenticeship Program, organized by the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts, was also celebrated at the ceremony. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between unemployed youth, employers, and education providers, creating sustainable pathways to employment. Under MACL’s involvement in the program, 34 existing employees without prior formal qualifications have now obtained a National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 3 certificate.

The successful completion of the first batch marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to equip its youth and workforce with essential skills, paving the way for stronger participation in national development and the aviation industry.