Building a Digitally Inclusive Workforce in the Maldives
This initiative aims to equip 10,000+ Maldivians, especially youth and women across all atolls, with the digital skills they need to thrive in the job market, start businesses, or access online services. It’s not just about learning—it’s about creating jobs, closing gaps, and connecting people to the digital future.
Our 3-Pillar Approach
Pillar 1: Skills Access
We’ll set up mobile-first learning programs in every atoll, offering practical digital skills from basic literacy to job-ready tools like e-commerce, digital marketing, and even advanced tech such as coding and data. These programs will include certifications to help people get real jobs.
Pillar 2: National Coordination
A new Digital Labour Policy Council will bring together government, NGOs, and businesses to coordinate efforts, reduce overlap, and make sure training aligns with real job opportunities and national goals.
Pillar 3: Real-Time Monitoring
We’ll use smart dashboards and tools like the Digital Maturity Index (DMI™) and Strategic Readiness Scorecard™ to track progress, understand which areas or groups need more support, and show results transparently to the public and donors.
Additional Implementation Ideas
- Digital Labour Exchange platform for job matching
- Atoll-based service hubs with co-working and e-government access
- Paid internship and wage subsidy schemes
- Green-tech and social innovation labs
How This Is Different
This is not another training course. It’s a national framework. It includes policy design, real-time diagnostics, and strong governance—making sure skills lead to actual economic participation, especially in underserved regions and populations.
Why Now?
- Maldives needs coordinated action to address digital gaps in atolls
- Youth unemployment and gender inequality are rising challenges
- Current efforts are fragmented and hard to scale
- This framework provides a way to unify, scale, and sustain progress
Who We Are
Maldicore Group Pvt Ltd is a Maldivian strategic transformation firm with deep experience in public-private coordination, digital governance, and proprietary policy tools. Atolla.ngo brings grassroots engagement, especially among youth and women in the islands. Together, we offer a scalable and inclusive national model.
Expected Impact
- 10,000+ people trained over 3 years
- Programs delivered in every atoll
- Gender equity, youth inclusion, and job-ready certifications
- Evidence-based planning through real-time data
- Model replicable by other island nations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main goal of this initiative?
The goal is to ensure that every Maldivian, regardless of location, gender, or background, has access to the digital skills needed for jobs, entrepreneurship, or improved quality of life through digital services.
Who is this for?
It’s for youth, women, and underserved communities across all atolls. The programs are designed to be accessible, mobile-first, and locally relevant.
Is this just another training program?
No, it’s a national policy and delivery framework. Training is just one part. The project also builds coordination mechanisms, monitoring dashboards, and links to employment and services.
Who is behind this project?
The project is proposed by Maldicore in partnership with Atolla.ngo. Maldicore brings strategic tools and public-private experience; Atolla provides community-level engagement and inclusivity reach.
How will the project be implemented?
Through a 3-pillar system: inclusive training hubs, national coordination via a Digital Labour Council, and real-time digital progress tracking dashboards.
What are the expected results?
10,000+ people trained over 3 years, active digital service hubs in each atoll, gender-balanced participation, and better policy and donor coordination through shared data insights.
Will this duplicate what others are doing?
No. It’s designed to unify and build on existing efforts by NGOs, government, and private sector actors. It adds value by connecting the dots and offering structure, tools, and monitoring.
Can this be adapted or scaled to other countries?
Yes. The approach is built on scalable frameworks and can be replicated in other Small Island Developing States (SIDS) or decentralized nations facing similar digital inclusion challenges.
How is this different from donor-led programs?
This initiative is local-first, policy-rooted, and built for sustainability. It doesn’t just deliver training—it ensures lasting system-wide change and real accountability through diagnostics and dashboards.
How can someone get involved?
Once approved, partners will be invited to support through implementation, outreach, funding, or content delivery. The Digital Labour Council will oversee stakeholder engagement.