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IESC is pleased to share our 2024 Annual Report, marking a milestone year for IESC.
In 2024, we celebrated 60 years of impact since our founding in 1964, while continuing to advance our mission of fostering private sector growth and economic self-reliance. Across our programs, we supported more than 13,000 individuals to secure new or better jobs and helped businesses increase sales by $281 million, all while strengthening our financial…
read moreNurses play a vital role in patient care. However, health care companies across Georgia are facing a significant shortage of qualified nursing staff, particularly in rural areas. This challenge is compounded by a lack of accredited courses for nurse…
read moreTo tackle unemployment in Georgia and meet the growing demand for digital skills, the USAID Industry-led Skills Development Program is collaborating with industry to train up to 2,100 information and communication technology professionals.
In partnership with TBC, one of the biggest technology-driven…
read moreGeorgia’s agricultural sector is facing a shortage of skilled labor, while farmers in rural communities struggle to secure high-value employment opportunities. A collaboration between the USAID Industry-led Skills Development Program and…
read moreDasheen, also known as taro, is a root vegetable produced year-round in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. As the nation has diversified its agricultural practices, dasheen has emerged as a highly beneficial crop that strengthens food security. It is a high yielding plant that can withstand extreme weather conditions, making it economically…
read moreNorth Macedonia’s entrepreneurial landscape is flourishing, driven by the support of IESC through its USAID Youth Actively Create Opportunities Activity. The program has become a catalyst for young entrepreneurs seeking to capitalize on high-growth economic sectors. Since 2023, IESC has helped youth launch 42 new enterprises, with 60% of these founded by women.
In partnership with CEED Hub Skopje, IESC has implemented the Investment…
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