Cisco and BT Partner To Upskill Ukrainian Refugees in Ireland
Cisco and BT have partnered to upskill Ukrainian refugees in Ireland through the Cisco Networking Academy. This initiative, supported by TU Dublin, offers free online courses in English and Ukrainian on topics like Cybersecurity, Networking, and Programming. Since its launch in October 2023, the Academy has reached over 200 learners, with a focus on helping Ukrainian women secure employment. Shay Walsh, Managing Director of BT Ireland, and Niamh Madigan, Partner Leader at Cisco Ireland, emphasize the program's impact on fostering innovation and inclusivity. The partnership aims to extend the reach of STEM education and digital skills training in underserved communities.
Cisco e BT hanno avviato una collaborazione per formare i rifugiati ucraini in Irlanda attraverso la Cisco Networking Academy. Questa iniziativa, supportata da TU Dublin, offre corsi online gratuiti in inglese e ucraino su temi come Sicurezza Informatica, Networking e Programmazione. Dalla sua apertura nell'ottobre 2023, l'Academy ha raggiunto oltre 200 studenti, con un focus particolare sull'aiutare le donne ucraine a trovare occupazione. Shay Walsh, Direttore Generale di BT Ireland, e Niamh Madigan, Partner Leader di Cisco Ireland, sottolineano l'impatto del programma nel promuovere innovazione e inclusività. La partnership mira ad estendere la portata della formazione STEM e delle competenze digitali nelle comunità svantaggiate.
Cisco y BT se han asociado para capacitar a los refugiados ucranianos en Irlanda a través de la Cisco Networking Academy. Esta iniciativa, respaldada por TU Dublin, ofrece cursos en línea gratuitos en inglés y ucraniano sobre temas como Ciberseguridad, Redes y Programación. Desde su lanzamiento en octubre de 2023, la Academia ha alcanzado a más de 200 estudiantes, centrándose en ayudar a mujeres ucranianas a conseguir empleo. Shay Walsh, Director General de BT Ireland, y Niamh Madigan, Líder de Socios en Cisco Ireland, enfatizan el impacto del programa en la promoción de la innovación y la inclusión. La asociación tiene como objetivo ampliar el alcance de la educación STEM y la formación en habilidades digitales en comunidades desatendidas.
Cisco와 BT는 아일랜드의 우크라이나 난민을 위한 Cisco Networking Academy를 통해 기술 교육을 제공하기 위해 협력하고 있습니다. TU Dublin의 지원을 받는 이 이니셔티브는 사이버 보안, 네트워킹, 프로그래밍과 같은 주제에 대해 영어와 우크라이나어로 무료 온라인 강의를 제공합니다. 2023년 10월 시작 이래로 Academy는 200명 이상의 학습자에게 도달했으며, 특히 우크라이나 여성들이 취업할 수 있도록 돕는 데 주력하고 있습니다. Shay Walsh, BT 아일랜드의 전무 이사와 Niamh Madigan, Cisco 아일랜드의 파트너 리더는 이 프로그램이 혁신과 포용성을 촉진하는 데 미치는 영향을 강조합니다. 이 파트너십은 소외된 지역 사회에서 STEM 교육과 디지털 기술 훈련의 범위를 확장하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Cisco et BT se sont associés pour former des réfugiés ukrainiens en Irlande à travers la Cisco Networking Academy. Cette initiative, soutenue par TU Dublin, propose des cours en ligne gratuits en anglais et en ukrainien sur des sujets tels que la cybersécurité, le réseau et la programmation. Depuis son lancement en octobre 2023, l'Académie a atteint plus de 200 apprenants, avec un accent particulier sur l'aide aux femmes ukrainiennes pour accéder à l'emploi. Shay Walsh, Directeur Général de BT Ireland, et Niamh Madigan, Responsable Partenaire chez Cisco Ireland, soulignent l'impact du programme sur la promotion de l'innovation et de l'inclusivité. Le partenariat vise à étendre la portée de l'éducation STEM et de la formation aux compétences numériques dans les communautés mal desservies.
Cisco und BT haben sich zusammengeschlossen, um ukrainische Flüchtlinge in Irland über die Cisco Networking Academy fortzubilden. Diese Initiative, unterstützt von TU Dublin, bietet kostenlose Online-Kurse in Englisch und Ukrainisch zu Themen wie Cybersicherheit, Netzwerk und Programmierung an. Seit ihrer Eröffnung im Oktober 2023 hat die Akademie mehr als 200 Lernende erreicht, mit einem besonderen Fokus darauf, ukrainischen Frauen bei der Jobsuche zu helfen. Shay Walsh, Geschäftsführer von BT Ireland, und Niamh Madigan, Partner Leader bei Cisco Ireland, betonen die Auswirkungen des Programms auf die Förderung von Innovation und Inklusion. Die Partnerschaft zielt darauf ab, den Zugang zu MINT-Bildung und digitaler Kompetenz in benachteiligten Gemeinschaften zu erweitern.
- Partnership between Cisco and BT to upskill Ukrainian refugees in Ireland.
- Free online courses in English and Ukrainian on Cybersecurity, Networking, and Programming.
- Over 200 learners reached since October 2023.
- Focus on helping Ukrainian women secure employment.
- Support from TU Dublin, a leading Cisco Networking Academy Partner in Ireland.
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By Elizabeth Barr
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 27, 2024 / Cisco Systems Inc.
BT and Cisco have been in a strategic partnership since 1990, focusing on delivering a wide range of network, communications, and IT solutions to businesses both nationally and globally. Both companies are also passionate advocates for STEM promotion, with Cisco previously supporting the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), one of the leading school STEM exhibitions in Europe which BT has organized and grown since 2001.
In January 2023, Cisco leadership attended the BT exhibition in Dublin, where the Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad) was first mentioned as a potential benefit for the bright young contestants. Following a number of meetings related to the exhibition, BT invited Cisco Ireland to participate in a career event it organized with Ukrainian Action Ireland to help more Ukrainian women to secure employment in Ireland. The event, which covered a range of subjects from Cybersecurity to pursuing diverse career paths, provided a perfect opportunity to introduce the minority community in Ireland to the Cisco Networking Academy program.
With the support of TU Dublin, the leading Cisco Networking Academy Partner in Ireland, BT Ireland established a Cisco Academy to create a variety of free, online, self-paced courses in English and Ukrainian, spanning Cybersecurity, Networking, English for IT, Data Science, and Programming. TU Dublin and Cisco then set up a dedicated webpage for the students to learn more about each of the courses and enroll. The Academy has reached over 200 learners since establishing the Academy in October 2023 and hope to impact even more individuals in the future, particularly Ukrainian women who have benefited greatly from these educational opportunities.
Participant Nataliia Cherkaska, a Project Manager, said "Recently, I completed the ‘English for IT' course offered by Cisco. The material was presented excellently, divided into multiple stages, allowing me to revisit any necessary section. I particularly appreciated the well-structured video content and assignments. I am confident that the knowledge I gained from this course will be instrumental in advancing and enhancing my career."
Shay Walsh, Managing Director, BT Ireland added, "Our long-standing partnership with Cisco has further enabled us to make a significant impact on the communities we serve. By integrating the Cisco Networking Academy into our initiative, we are not only enhancing STEM education but also providing valuable opportunities for Ukrainian women to develop crucial digital skills. This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to fostering innovation and inclusivity in Ireland."
Niamh Madigan, Partner Leader at Cisco Ireland added "It's great to see a Cisco global initiative having such a great impact in Ireland. The Cisco and BT Ireland partnership continues to evolve, joining forces with them to have a positive impact on the community through the Cisco Networking Academy and Cisco's Partnering for Purpose initiative is very rewarding, Collectively we can have an even greater impact through our CSR programs."
Shane Heraty Managing Director Cisco Ireland "We are proud to have reached around 50,000 students through the Cisco Networking Academy in Ireland since inception through a curriculum spanning Networking, Cybersecurity, Programming, AI, and more. Partnerships like this are a fantastic means of augmenting our impact with underserved and underrepresented communities."
Tom Nolan, Lecturer in the School Of Informatics and Cyber Security at TU Dublin said " TU Dublin is delighted to be involved in this most worthwhile initiative, and is a great example of Academia and industry collaborating to provide a unique learning experience. We would hope to see some of the students partaking on these programs progress onto degree programs in the future."
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