Investing in global talent and AI literacy
Google is providing 100,000 scholarships to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) through the AI Skills Coalition.
Investing in global talent and AI literacy is crucial to bridge the skills gap, according to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Google has partnered with ITU to offer 100,000 scholarships for hands-on AI training through the AI Skills Coalition. This initiative, under ITU's AI for Good program, aims to provide expert-led courses and certification programs to build skills for careers and communities.
The question "How do I get started with AI?" appears frequently on Google Search, indicating a global eagerness to learn AI. Hands-on training makes people up to four times more likely to become confident with AI, transforming unfamiliar technology into useful tools. The coalition complements over 200 courses in its catalogue, supporting the ITU-UNICEF Giga initiative to connect schools worldwide.
Every country and community tailors the training to their workforce priorities. The ITU will track scholarship activation and utilization, learner participation, and the impact on education, employment, and public service. The goal is to provide clear pathways for everyone to learn AI.
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