YMMI and VFS Global Conclude the 2025 VFS Global Career Advancement Programme in Jakarta

Jakarta, 16 December 2025 – Yayasan Mitra Mandiri Indonesia (YMMI), in collaboration with VFS Global and supported by FUEL India, held the closing ceremony for the 2025 cycle of the VFS Global Career Advancement Programme after successful completion of three months of training at SMKN 25 Jakarta and SMK PGRI 1 Jakarta.

Building on the strong foundation and outcomes of the 2024 programme, this year’s edition continued to help prepare vocational school students to transition into the workforce with greater confidence and job-ready skills.

400 Students from both schools joined in weekly sessions focused on practical workplace skills, such as professional communication, customer service basics, and introductory administrative tasks. The programme is designed to help vocational school students gain confidence and realistic understanding of workplace as they prepare to enter the workforce.

Following the completion of the training, select high-performing students will get an opportunity to apply for an internship at VFS Global Jakarta. Through this pathway, students can experience real working environments and hands-on learning.

“We are glad to continue this programme after seeing how impactful it was last year. The students showed strong progress, not only in skill-building but also in their confidence and readiness to take on future opportunities,” said Gino Latief, Executive Director of YMMI.

“At VFS Global, we believe that creating meaningful pathways for young people is essential to building stronger and more inclusive communities. This programme strengthens employability by equipping students with practical skills, workplace exposure, and opportunities to grow. It is aligned with VFS Global’s CSR focus on empowering youth globally through education, skill development, and entrepreneurial training. We value our collaboration with YMMI and FUEL and look forward to seeing these students shape their futures with confidence,” said Simon Peachey, Chief Operating Offer – China, Australasia, and RCIS, VFS Global.

“At FUEL, we believe that access to the right skills at the right time can transform the trajectory of a young person’s life. This program in Jakarta reflects our commitment to building industry-relevant, future-ready capabilities for underserved youth, in partnership with visionary organisations like VFS Global and YMMI. By combining practical training, workplace exposure, and global collaboration, we aim to create sustainable pathways to employability. Our larger mission at FUEL is to enable millions of young people across geographies to participate meaningfully in the global workforce,” said Ketan Deshpande, CEO & Chairman of FUEL.

The closing ceremony reflects the ongoing commitment of YMMI and VFS Global to support youth employability by providing accessible, practical, and meaningful learning experiences for vocational school students in Jakarta.

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About Yayasan Mitra Mandiri Indonesia (YMMI)

YMMI is a non-profit, non-partisan, and non-sectarian organization established in 1995, dedicated to advancing community empowerment and long-term self-reliance in Indonesia. YMMI collaborates with corporate partners, public institutions, and local communities to design and implement programs that strengthen education, workforce readiness, and youth employability.

Through a structured, impact-driven approach, YMMI delivers initiatives that prioritize professionalism, accountability, transparency, and sustainability with the objective of creating measurable and lasting social impact.

Website: https://ymmi.org/

 

About VFS Global

As the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, VFS Global embraces technological innovation including Generative AI to support governments and diplomatic missions worldwide. The company manages non-judgmental and administrative tasks related to applications for visa, passport, and consular services for its client governments, increasing productivity and enabling them to focus entirely on the critical task of assessment.

With a responsible approach to technology development, adoption and integration, the company prioritises ethical practices and sustainability while serving as the trusted partner to 69 client governments. Operating over 3,900 Application Centres in 165 countries, VFS Global has efficiently processed more than 514 million transactions* since 2001.

Headquartered in Zurich and Dubai and majority owned through investment funds managed by Blackstone Inc, along with minority stakeholders including Swiss-based Kuoni and Hugentobler Foundation.

*Comprised of 325 million transactions by VFS Global and 189 million transactions by CiX Citizen Experience.

 

About FUEL

FUEL (Friends Union for Energising Lives) is a globally recognized non-profit organization from India, dedicated to advancing education equity, workforce readiness, and economic opportunity for underserved youth. Since 2007, FUEL has empowered over 1.1 million young people across 17+ Indian states and expanded its impact to Indonesia, Poland, and Uganda, creating scalable, high-impact models that bridge the opportunity gap.

With a mission to equip first-generation learners with future-ready skills, FUEL delivers programs in career guidance, digital literacy, and industry-aligned skilling. The organization partners with global corporations, including Capgemini, bp, Fujitsu, LTI Mindtree, and Bajaj FinServ, supporting inclusive and purpose-led CSR initiatives.

To date, FUEL has mobilized over USD 30 million in philanthropic and CSR funding and awarded 2,900+ scholarships to high-potential youth from low-income communities. FUEL is among the few Indian non-profits listed on the Social Stock Exchange of India, ensuring transparency, governance, and measurable outcomes.

FUEL is now establishing the FUEL SkillTech & Entrepreneurship University, a next-generation institution aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, India’s NEP 2020, and global workforce trends, dedicated to nurturing changemakers in technology, business, and innovation.

Website: www.fuelfornation.com

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