DOT Jordan

Digital Skills for a Better Future Programme with support from UNICEF Jordan.  In an era where technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, possessing digital skills is no longer just an advantage; it's a necessity. Recognizing the importance of equipping young individuals with these skills; DOT Jordan, with support from UNICEF Jordan, launched the Digital Skills for a Better Future Programme.  The programme aims to provide marginalised and underserved young women and men with the digital skills they need to enhance their employability and open doors to promising future opportunities. The skills offered span a wide range, from foundational digital literacy to more sought-after intermediate skills such as web ...

The Community Leadership Program which falls under the Daring to Shift Project.  The Daring to Shift project, implemented by Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT), focuses on making positive community changes. This multinational project, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada, has operated from 2019 to 2023. The main focus of the project is to provide essential skills to young individuals, including digital literacy, workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and social innovation. It comprises three pillars: Digital Jobs, Social Entrepreneurship and Community Leadership. Mahdi Eideh, a participant in the Community Leadership program, is ...

Digital Jobs Program which falls under the Daring to Shift Project.  In the past, an average person would need a few basic computer skills to be a qualified candidate in the job market. Today, however, things are very different as digital skills have taken center stage in the modern workplace. Employers now demand tech-savvy individuals who can navigate various digital tools and platforms. Digital literacy is no longer a bonus; it's a necessity. Daring to Shift is a four-year project by Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT), supported by Global Affairs Canada, aimed at inclusive community development that empowers young women and men to ...

Social Entrepreneurship program which falls under the Daring to Shift Project.  Being an entrepreneur today requires confidence, knowledge, and an appetite for taking risks. It indeed can only be successfully achieved by overcoming many challenges. The path to innovating and starting a new business can be riddled with obstacles that often lead to high-stress levels and sometimes even quitting. To name a few of these challenges, aspiring entrepreneurs may grapple with the daunting task of finding a product that is needed in the market, attracting customers, learning and applying correct financial practices, and discovering a suitable business model, among many other hurdles. Tackling these challenges is the main focus of the Social ...

Digital Skills for a Better Future Programme with support from UNICEF Jordan.  In an era where technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, possessing digital skills is no longer just an advantage; it's a necessity. Recognizing the importance of equipping young individuals with these skills; DOT Jordan, with support from UNICEF Jordan, launched the Digital Skills for a Better Future Programme.  The programme aims to provide marginalised and underserved young women and men with the digital skills they need to enhance their employability and open doors to promising future opportunities. The skills offered span a wide range, from foundational digital literacy to more sought-after intermediate skills such as web ...

OTTAWA, June 15, 2022 – It’s a milestone year for Digital Opportunity Trust as we celebrate 20 years of empowering young women and men to become leaders of change in their communities. To mark the anniversary, we’re launching a six-month campaign to recognize many of the youth leaders, DOT team members, and partners who have made the past two decades a rewarding journey. Headquartered in Canada, DOT boasts an extensive network of youth ...

Under the patronage of the Jordanian Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, His Excellency Ahmad Al Hanandeh, and the Canadian Ambassador to Jordan, Donica Pottie, Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Jordan convened for a virtual event to announce the launch of the Daring to Shift (D2S) project.  Daring to Shift (D2S) is a four-year Digital Opportunity Trust project that places young women and men at the center of inclusive community development and supports them with the digital and human skills, knowledge, and networks they need to create opportunities and transform their own communities. Supported by the Government of Canada ...