The Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA), in
collaboration with Innovista and National Vocational and Technical
Training Commission (NAVTTC), has launched a comprehensive training
initiative for science graduates in Artificial Intelligence and Cyber
Security in major cities of Balochistan.
The program aims to empower 20,000 youth across Balochistan, both
online and through local training centers, through specialized
training sessions to be conducted in Sibbi, Turbat, Khuzdar, Panjgur,
and Gwadar. Participants will also benefit from mentorship sessions,
certification, and career guidance to help them integrate into the
digital economy.
While visiting Innovista in Quetta recently, State Minister for
Education Wajeeha Qamar said that the government has decided to
establish various technical and training institutions in Balochistan
on a priority basis to build the capacity of human capital of this
province.
The skill training will empower the youth of Balochistan to be part of
the digital and knowledge economy of the world and contribute their
service to the development of the nation, she said.
Under this collaboration, PAFLA and Innovista will offer comprehensive
training programs designed to equip participants with hands-on
experience in AI applications, machine learning, data analytics, and
cybersecurity defense. The initiative also aims to foster a vibrant
freelancing ecosystem, enabling learners to secure remote work
opportunities in global digital markets as well as in top IT companies
in Pakistan.
Chairman PAFLA Ibrahim Amin said, “Our mission is to unlock the hidden
potential of Pakistan’s youth, especially in provinces like
Balochistan where digital inclusion is still developing. Through this
partnership with Innovista, we aim to turn Balochistan into a hub for
tech talent and innovation.”
CEO Innovista Chaghi Imran Touquir added, “We believe that access to
quality tech education can transform communities. By collaborating
with PAFLA, we are committed to equipping Balochistan’s youth, both
male and female, with skills that are in demand worldwide. This
initiative is not just about education; it’s about empowerment and
opportunity.”
With over 2.8 million young people, youth make up a significant
portion of the province’s population, PAFLA, Innovista, and NAVTTC’s
collaboration marks a significant step toward digital empowerment,
gender inclusion, and regional skill development in Pakistan’s growing
technology landscape, said Executive Director National Vocational and
Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) Muhammad Amir Jan.
