Global engineering and construction company in the energy sector, Saipem has announced the launch of its 2024 Local Community Initiatives (LCIs) Plan in Guyana with hopes of increasing its commitment and bolstering relations with communities across the country. 

In a release, the company said it has always been engaged in creating lasting value for the communities where the company operates.  The company said it will focus on empowering individuals and fostering community growth through targeted investments and social programs.

This year, Saipem said it is partnering with the NGO Women Across Differences to launch two impactful initiatives aimed at supporting women and single mothers in Guyana.

The two iniaitives Computer literacy for single women and Education opportunities for single mothers seek to empower women through education.

“Recognizing the unique challenges faced by single mothers, Saipem will support eight Guyanese single mothers to return to school. These mothers will have the opportunity to enrol in courses at esteemed institutions including the Government Technical Institute (GTI), Guyana Industrial Technical Center, Institute of Distance and Continuing Education, and Carnegie School of Economics. This initiative aims to empower them with the skills needed to support their families and advance their personal development,” the company said.

The company said its initiatives represent a significant evolution of the company’s community engagement efforts, dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of Guyanese society. 

Additionally, the company said it will focus on an internship program, providing work experience to six students coming from technical vocational schools like GTI (Guyana Technical Institute) and GITC (Guyana Industrial Training Center) and to three final-year engineering students from the University of Guyana.

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