OBM Projects

Partnerships that move futures forward

The partner side of OBM: programs designed with institutions and delivered to young people across Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

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Participants and partners at an OBM project in Egypt

Collaborative programs

Designed and delivered with a partner institution, each one carrying that partner’s expertise to students who would not otherwise reach it.

Mint

OBM equips young minds with the skills and confidence that understanding money and business early on paves the way for lifelong success. In partnership with EGBANK’s MINT Squad, we deliver hands-on experiences that transform financial literacy and entrepreneurship into real-world action. we deliver hands-on experiences that transform financial literacy and entrepreneurship into real-world action. Our sessions inspire students to think big, act smart, and take charge of their success.

IBM

OBM , in collaboration with IBM SkillsBuild, is equipping students across Egypt and the MENA region with the skills to lead in the digital era. This free, high-impact program provides world-class training in technology, personal growth, and professional development, ensuring students stay ahead in an ever-evolving world.

GIZ

OBM believes that empowered women drive progress, innovation, and stronger workplaces. With over 27 women at OBM shaping success and countless growth. In collaboration with GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit), we are driving real, lasting change by equipping working women with the skills, opportunities, and support they need to advance their careers and redefine their place in the professional world.

British Council

In partnership with the British Council, OBM Education is leading the Inclusive Youth Empowerment Project in Luxor and Aswan, Egypt, to equip young people with disabilities with the skills, opportunities, and networks needed to become leaders and active changemakers in their communities. The program provides real -world experience to break barriers and build inclusive communities .

Molhema

OBM Education , in partnership with the Saudi Business Women Association (SBWA), presents مُلهمة (Molhema), a program empowering young Saudi women with entrepreneurial and business skills through hands-on learning. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 , it enhances women's participation in the workforce by providing industry experts and guiding them through real-world career experiences

مال المستقبل

In a strategic collaboration between OBM Education, Tadamuun Investment, and Flous for Financial Investment, Maal is a comprehensive program designed to empower Saudi youth in financial literacy and FinTech skills to promote a culture of saving and investment , aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 . Through a hybrid learning experience combining digital and hands-on training.

Start

START is a national summit designed to empower university students and fresh graduates to build clear career paths through hands-on internship opportunities, direct job interviews simulations, and professional workshops. Bringing together more than 250 companies and organizations across diverse sectors, the event offers summer and winter placements, paid training programs, and official accredited certificates. Supported by the government and driven by a vision focused on inclusion and sustainability, START aims to bridge the gap between higher education and the labor market.

Be Ready

"Be Ready" is a national initiative launched by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to prepare youth and students for the labor market, bridging the gap between university education and the skills actively required in today's workforce. The initiative centers around several key tracks, including: Career Readiness & Employability Skills Digital Skills Entrepreneurship Innovation Languages Skills linked to future jobs and shifting market trends OBM manages the initiative's social media platforms, website, and marketing and advertising campaigns, working to reach the largest possible target audience of students to empower their development through the initiative's content across various fields and disciplines.

Tailored programs

Programs OBM builds and runs itself, shaped around what a school, a university or a sponsor needs.

Navigate

Navigate by OBM Education is a career-focused educational program designed to equip Egyptian high school students with the skills , knowledge , and experiences needed for higher education , entrepreneurship , and the workforce . The program blends entrepreneurial training , professional skills development , and career exploration , ensuring students make informed decisions about their future while gaining real-world exposure to emerging industries .

Zpreneurs

ZPreneurs is a high-impact entrepreneurship competition designed to cultivate the entrepreneurial spirit among high school students in the MENA region. With expert guidance and real-world application, students turn bold ideas into viable business solutions. It offers young innovators a platform to develop and present their business ideas within a supportive and competitive environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

Hala Schools

Hala Schools Program by OBM Education is a pioneering initiative that connects high school students with universities through on-campus events. The program offers students a unique opportunity to explore higher education pathways and career options before making critical life decisions. The program has engaged a number of international and private schools across Saudi Arabia, along with leading universities from Egypt, the United Kingdom, Turkey, and other countries. As part of the program, OBM Education hosted an exclusive dinner that brought together key figures from the education and business sectors to foster networking and explore future collaboration opportunities.

The partners behind the work

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