Launch of the UNCTAD Trade Facilitation e-Learning Course for OECS Countries

The UNCTAD Empowerment Programme for National Trade Facilitation Committees (NTFCs) for Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) countries will be launched on 2 September 2022.

The online learning platform is a comprehensive course created by UNCTAD to prepare members of the NTFCs from developing countries to be in a better position to fulfil their role in facilitating trade and implementing sustainable trade reforms at their national level. The platform covers fundamental concepts of trade facilitation as well as recommendations based on best practices utilizing a wide range of formats, including recorded videos, quizzes, an e-book, a final exam at the end of each module, and suggested further reading for learners to explore.  UNCTAD will also host supplementary live webinar sessions with the participants to provide opportunities for in-depth discussions on topics of each module and to answer questions.

On the launch day, 2 September 2022, UNCTAD will hold a one-hour online webinar to provide the participants of the NTFCs from OECS countries with a general overview of the e-learning platform. After the launch, for approximately 6 months, one module will be unlocked every two weeks, with each module spanning around 2 hours for participants to complete at self-pace.

Countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines