Sharjah: The Omani Women's Academy has won the second edition of the 'Sustainable Education Award' granted by the Sharjah-based Regional Centre for Educational Planning (RCEP) in Sharjah, affiliated to the UNESCO.

According to Oman News Agency, the academy won the award in the category of Outstanding Project, for its project named 'Pioneers Incubator'. The project was a national initiative launched by the Omani Women's Academy to empower women in the field of entrepreneurship by providing an integrated innovative environment that supports the conversion of ideas into sustainable projects.

The 'Pioneers Incubator' project is an integrated digital model in the field of sustainable vocational education. It provides a comprehensive digital vocational education experience that contributes to achieving the 4th Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), notably in developing vocational skills, ensuring equal educational opportunities, and promoting education for sustainable development. The initiative also enhances women's contribution to the national economy in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.

The incubator benefits families that operate their own business projects, job seekers, and women with disabilities who wish to embark on entrepreneurial experiences. It provides women with a system of modern skills, in addition to guidance and mentoring programmes run by a group of experts and specialized consultants. It also opens up prospects for partnerships and opportunities for funding to support the establishment of women-led startups capable of competing and contributing to supporting the local economy.

The Omani Women's Academy is a youth initiative that aims to empower women and develop their leadership and professional abilities through specialized training programmes and workshops that help them engage in community development.