The DSP in Developing Communications concluded today. The Desuups underwent an intensive six weeks training to improve their grammer and vocabulary, writing skills, and communication.

The 27 Desuups said that they gained a lot of confidence from the training, they were able to articulate their thoughts and present for different scenarios using power points, infographics, short stories as well as prepare for job interviews.

Hon'ble Kesang Chuki Dorjee congratulated the Desuups and awarded the certificates.

She also met with the newly launched Soft Toy Making that is being conducted by two Thai expert trainers, Ms.Mullika Songkhoa

Ms.Chittraporn Udomkantrong.

Over the next two months, Desuups will learn basic tailoring skills and learn how to produce a variety of soft toys from local and waste materials.

DSP in 'ICT Foundation & Digital Literacy Course'

Who should take this course?

All De-suups with no IT background and want to gain basic IT skills and digital literacy which are a must in this digital era. The course is also important if you are interested to take specialized DSP ICT courses in future.

"Course will cover Internet search, Online safety, Emailing, Microsoft Word & Excel, PowerPoint, Proper social media usage, Google space & Dzongkha unicode"

Trainer: BSD Trained De-suup Trainers

Duration: 1 month

Slots: 80

Start Date: 01 April 2024

Venue: Yonphula, Trashigang

DSP in 'Introduction to Coding'

‘Learn coding thorough BSD (build something different) platform using web base languages like HTML, CSS and JavaScript’

After completion of the course, De-suups will be eligible to apply for DSP in ICT Advanced courses.

Trainer: Trained De-suups

Start Date: 01 April 2024

Duration: 2 months

Slots: 60

Centre: Yonphula, Trashigang

The DSP in ‘Fundamentals of Web Development & UX Design’ began on March 6, 2024, at the DSP training center in Phaduna, Punakha. 16 De-suups have been chosen to participate in the training, which will span three months. Ms. Joanna Koh, hailing from Singapore, serves as the Expert Trainer.

During the program, trainees will immerse themselves in the fundamentals of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, emphasizing the fusion of technical expertise with a profound comprehension of user requirements. The curriculum is meticulously designed to prepare trainees for triumph in the ever-evolving digital realm

The 6th cohort of the Integrated Fitness Training (IFT): Strength & Nutrition, Body Combat, Zumba successfully concluded on March 7, 2024. This intensive program, spanning over two months, catered to 33 De-suups at Dechencholing, Thimphu. Facilitated by DSP Certified De-suups: Mr. Tenzin Duba, Ms. Nedup Zangmo, Mr. Sangay Tenzin, Ms. Tshering Lhamo, Mr. Tandin Wangchuk, and Mr. Jigme Thinley, the training covered a comprehensive range of fitness disciplines.

Throughout the program, participants delved into various workout forms, refining techniques, enhancing body movement and flexibility, and gaining insights into diet and nutrition. Notably, there were significant physical transformations observed, with one male trainee experiencing an average weight loss of 10 kg and female trainee shedding 8 kg.

The closing ceremony was attended by Zimpon Wom Sonam Thinley (Domain Lead & Member of DSP Steering Committee) as the Chief Guest & featured the awarding of certificates to the accomplished De-suups. In his address, the Chief Guest extended heartfelt congratulations to the trainees, encouraging them to disseminate their acquired skills, maintain their health, and uphold their physique. Additionally, it was announced that DSP would organize one more cohort of the IFT program, with selected individuals progressing to undertake the Intermediate program upon completion.

The DSP in ‘Basic Ceramics and Sculpture’ course began on March 6, 2024, at the DSP training center in Taba, Thimphu.

Hon'ble Kesang Chuki Dorjee (Domain lead and Member of DSP steering committee) attended the opening programme.

She said that the ceramics programme has been successfully creating modern Bhutanese ceramic souvenirs which are available on Drukair flights and at the Choego center.

The De-suups will be trained by Desuups Kharka and Melam both who have received advanced trainings in-country and opportunities to upskill in Thailand and Vietnam.