SkillUp Bangladesh has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party (Ansar-VDP) to introduce a Japanese Language Learning Program for members of the force, marking an important step toward skills development and global employment preparedness.
The MoU signing ceremony was held on Thursday, 15 January 2026 at the Ansar VDP Headquarters. The initiative aims to provide structured Japanese language education to Ansar VDP members, enabling them to strengthen their professional skills and prepare for future employment opportunities in Japan.
The MoU was signed by Mr. Md. Rafiqul Islam, BVM, PVMS, BVMS, Deputy Director General (Training) of Ansar-VDP, and Mr. Abul Monzur Morshed, Director of SkillUp Bangladesh.
The signing ceremony was also graced by the presence of senior officials from both organizations, including Mr. Md. Moinul Islam, Director (Project & Training), Mr. Amlan Jyoti Nag, Director (Finance); Mr. Foyzul Bari, Deputy Director (Project & Training), Ansar-VDP and Ms. Fahmida Ahmed, Program Manager, SkillUp Bangladesh.
SkillUp Bangladesh is a skills development and consultancy organization committed to building globally competitive human resources for the international labor market. Through this partnership, members of Ansar-VDP will receive Japanese language training under SkillUp’s management and guidance. The program is designed to help participants develop the language proficiency, practical readiness, and professional competencies required to access opportunities in Japan’s labor market.
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to workforce development, self-reliance, and international career advancement. It is expected to create new pathways for Ansar-VDP members by enhancing their employability and supporting their participation in overseas job markets.
The Japanese Language Learning Program is also expected to contribute to broader national goals of skills development and overseas employment by preparing trained and capable individuals to meet global labor market demands.
