A’dakhiliyah: The second edition of the “Future Pioneers” program kicked off today in A’Dakhiliyah Governorate, organized by the Career Guidance and Student Counseling Center in cooperation with the Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development. The program is held at the Omani Women’s Association headquarters in Sumail and will run until 17 July 2025.

According to Oman News Agency, the program targets students from grades 7 to 9 across the governorate, aiming to enhance entrepreneurial culture among youth, equip them with innovation tools, and encourage them to explore technical projects and startup establishment. It features a comprehensive five-day training program that includes practical workshops, creative activities, interactive learning, and teamwork, along with foundational awareness of entrepreneurial concepts.

Participants will present their projects before a specialized judging panel, simulating real-world investor scenarios. The presentations will be evaluated, results announced, and the most innovative and convincing projects honored. The program contributes to preparing a generation of proactive and innovative students, strengthening their future role in building a knowledge and creativity-driven national economy.