Bangladesh is a land of people, a land of promise

Nothing seems to be able to make the people give up

Nothing seems to be able to fade the smiles of the millions

The most densely populated country in the world

One of the youngest countries in the world

One of the happiest countries in the world – peaceful, moderate

Unemployment is an issue

Despite skill development being a priority, it’s not yet the reality

Solution ????

Leather industry contributes around 3% to the GDP

Centre of Excellence for LeatherSkill Bangladesh Limited (COEL)

International Labour Organization

European Union

Facilitated by Bangladesh TVET Reform Project

• COEL is the first legal entity of its kind in the Country.

• An initiative of Industry Skills Council (ISC).

• Not made for earning Profit.

• Its goal is poverty reduction through creating Skilled Manpower linked to the industry.

International Labour Organization

European Union

Facilitated by Bangladesh TVET Reform Project

Centre of Excellence for LeatherSkill Bangladesh Limited (COEL)

60,000 skilled labor is needed in this sector

A production line sitting idle is a loss.

A production line at half capacity is a loss.

We have what it takes to meet demand.

All we need is people who can use the tools.

Skilled manpower who can create magic.

What can we do?

Let’s unite for a solutionIt’s not alone, everyone has a role to play

Train the people and the country prospers.

Lets move forward to a better tomorrow…