JEDDAH: The Future Institute of Higher Education and Training in Jeddah has recently partnered with Europe’s leading authority in diamond grading, education, and equipment, HRD Antwerp.
Their memorandum of understanding signifies a new collaboration focused on nurturing the next generation of talent in Saudi Arabia.
According to Rajaa Moumena, founder of the Future Institute of Higher Education and Training, Saudi entrepreneurs in the jewelry industry can achieve international success with high-quality products. Additionally, Saudi youth can enter the global jewelry industry with internationally recognized qualifications.
During the signing ceremony with HRD Antwerp in Jeddah, Moumena said: “There is a bright future for professionals in the fast-track gems and jewelry industry, which is witnessing double-digit annual rates of growth on the domestic and export fronts, and it is about time young Saudis should learn more about the diamond industry professionally.”
Moumena said that such partnerships bring talent and opportunities to the market, benefiting the jewelry industry in Saudi Arabia.
She added: “At the institute, we are always open to partnerships that provide opportunities for young Saudis to develop both their common and transferable skills needed for industrial and manufacturing advancement of our economy.”
Fabio D’Amico, head of the education department at HDR Antwerp, said: “The new generation is the future of our industry. To keep attracting new and young talent, we must provide them with the necessary tools and surround them with the expertise and network they need to grow their talents.
“HRD Antwerp is delighted to collaborate with the Future Institute of Higher Education and Training and build on our efforts to provide training and job placement for local talent in the communities where we operate. We believe in the power of diamonds to catalyze positive change and look forward to leveraging this partnership to deliver on that potential for the young Saudis.”
As part of his visit to Saudi Arabia, D’Amico held a free seminar on diamond grading titled, “How to become a diamond grader,” which witnessed the attendance of a large number of young male and female enthusiasts.
D’Amico told Arab News that HRD Antwerp will create a local calendar of courses starting in September.
