TEHRAN – Ilam province, situated in western Iran, offers handicraft training to conscripts, enhancing their post-service employment opportunities.

A provincial official in charge of handicrafts revealed the initiative during a meeting on Tuesday with experts and leaders from the province’s armed forces.

The training courses, Farzad Sharifi stated, are being held in accordance with a memorandum of understanding between the cultural heritage directorate and the armed forces headquarters.

This agreement aims to enhance cooperation and address any implementation challenges, according to the official.

“The goal is to provide skill training in various handicraft disciplines,” he continued. “to the conscripts during their service period.”

As per the memorandum, conscripts from various branches, will receive handicraft training while on duty, Sharifi further elaborated.

The official emphasized that these courses are designed to equip the conscripts with skills that will help them create viable job opportunities after their service. “Additionally, those who complete the training will receive a certification from the directorate,” he explained. “granting them access to further benefits.”

Sharifi highlighted that the joint efforts of the cultural heritage directorate and the armed forces headquarters will facilitate the organization of these training sessions, thereby preparing interested individuals for entry into the handicraft market.

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