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USAID YDA Calls for Applications for Training on Freelancing

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The USAID Youth Development Activity YDA is now accepting applications for a training course on online freelancing.

The training goal is to equip the participants with the practical and theoretical knowledge and skills necessary to successfully work online as freelancers and implement projects for clients based in Turkmenistan and abroad. The training will cover such topics as working with top freelancing platforms, identifying suitable projects, effective communication with clients, using productivity skills (Airtable, Asana), pricing your services, invoicing and payment methods, personal branding, and many others. The training course will be in a hybrid format with the participation of international and local experts.

The program is open to citizens of Turkmenistan aged 18 to 28 who have skills in coding, graphic design, app development, translation, finance, accounting, and other skills that are suitable for remote work.

Participation in the program is free of charge.

To apply, please fill out the online registration form by 12:00 November 18, 2024: https://forms.office.com/r/RBZ6QD40x7?origin=lprLink

If you have questions, please email SAnnarejepov@q2impact.com

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