The General Federation of Oman Workers (GFOW) has recently signed a significant cooperation agreement with Jabreen Academy to enhance the capabilities of working women in Oman. The agreement aims to provide training and development programs for working women, particularly representatives of women’s committees in Oman, to improve their skills in areas such as training principles, presentation skills, and effective influence. This collaboration seeks to strengthen the relationship between the two parties and serve the mutual interests of representatives of women’s committees in trade unions and sectoral general unions, as well as the Women’s Committee of the GFOW. By offering meaningful training, educational, and practical programs, the agreement aims to empower women in the private sector in accordance with the latest developments in the labor market and laws and regulations.
The cooperation agreement between GFOW and Jabreen Academy includes key elements such as exchanging expertise, offering mutual benefits, and implementing various training programs. One of the notable initiatives outlined in the agreement is a training program focused on developing the skills of trainers for members of women’s committees in trade unions affiliated with the GFOW. Additionally, the academy will offer training programs for women’s committee representatives across different economic sectors and conduct workshops during field visits organized by the GFOW in various governorates. These workshops aim to enhance the work environment, improve productivity, and organize labor relations. The topics covered in these workshops include training principles, presentation and public speaking skills, preparation of training materials, effective influence, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
As part of the agreement, a training program on developing trainer skills was conducted from 18 to 22 August 2024, sponsored by Advario Terminals. This program involved members from women’s committees in trade unions affiliated with the GFOW and included five main areas of focus: training fundamentals, training methods and games, presentation and public speaking skills, preparation of training materials, and delivering presentations and sessions following the best global models. These efforts are aimed at developing effective female leaders in the private sector, increasing the involvement of working women in trade union activities, and empowering them in their work and representation within trade unions. The GFOW 2023 annual report highlights the increasing participation of women in trade union activities, with a growing number of female members in women’s committees across various trade unions and governing bodies, as well as the inclusion of women in the GFOW Board of Directors.
In conclusion, the cooperation agreement between the GFOW and Jabreen Academy marks a significant step towards enhancing the capabilities of working women in Oman and empowering them in the private sector. By providing training and development programs tailored to the needs of women’s committees in trade unions, this agreement aims to improve the skills and capabilities of female leaders, leading to greater participation and representation of women in trade union activities. Through meaningful training, educational initiatives, and practical programs, working women in Oman can enhance their skills in key areas such as training principles, presentation skills, and effective influence, ultimately contributing to their empowerment and success in the labor market.
