NGO, private academy partner to boost youth skills in Mardan

In a move aimed at empowering youth with modern education and professional skills, Maalik Foundation and The Quick Academy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday to provide quality education and skill-based training for students in Mardan and surrounding areas

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 20th Feb, 2026) In a move aimed at empowering youth with modern education and professional skills, Maalik Foundation and The Quick Academy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday to provide quality education and skill-based training for students in Mardan and surrounding areas.

The partnership will offer a range of professional courses, technical training programs, and skill development initiatives aligned with current market demands.

The initiative aims to help students not only excel academically but also secure respectable employment opportunities, fostering self-reliance and professional competence.

The MoU was signed by Muhammad Fawad Anwar, General Secretary of Maalik Foundation, and the Director of The Quick Academy.

The ceremony was attended by Dr.

Junaid Noor, Chairman of Maalik Foundation, and Syed Sher Shah, President of the organization.

During the event, speakers emphasized that in today’s competitive world, academic degrees alone are insufficient and that practical skills are crucial for career success.

They described the collaboration as a milestone in building a brighter future for youth and reaffirmed their commitment to launching joint programs that will equip young people with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the modern workforce.

Organizers expressed hope that the partnership would have a far-reaching impact, promoting education and skill development not just in Mardan but across the wider region, creating new avenues for progress and prosperity for the younger generation.