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The Philippine Government, in collaboration with Sutherland, a global leader in business and digital transformation, has launched an AI Academy to prepare Filipinos for an AI-driven economy. This initiative focuses on equipping professionals with practical, industry-aligned skills in artificial intelligence, automation, and related technologies, targeting sectors such as fintech and healthcare to boost productivity and innovation.
Philippine Government and Sutherland launch AI Academy for workforce upskilling.
Training focuses on AI, automation, and digital skills for fintech and healthcare.
Program aims to develop AI specialists, prompt engineers, and cybersecurity experts.
Supported by local and provincial governments, including Camsur and Tarlac.
Initiative promotes public-private collaboration for economic growth.
AI fluency targeted as essential for 85% of future jobs.
Sutherland has partnered with the Philippine Government to establish the AI Academy, aligning with the nation’s goal of fostering a digitally resilient workforce. The program offers hands-on training to integrate AI into professional workflows, ensuring Filipinos can compete in a technology-driven global market. The initiative is backed by local educational institutions and provincial governments, including Camsur and Tarlac, to maximize accessibility and impact.
The AI Academy will deliver practical training tailored to high-demand sectors like fintech, healthcare, and emerging digital industries. Leveraging Sutherland’s expertise in AI, analytics, automation, and cloud technologies, the program aims to develop skills for roles such as AI specialists, prompt engineers, and cybersecurity professionals. “This initiative is a vital step toward our goal of building a digitally resilient and inclusive workforce,” said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. “By expanding access to training in future-ready skills, we are empowering our countrymen to take part in – and benefit from – an economy increasingly shaped by AI.”
Dilip Vellodi, Chairman & CEO, Sutherland, said, “This initiative represents a powerful partnership rooted in a shared goal: getting the Philippines’ workforce ready for the future of work. Sutherland and the Government of the Philippines are working together to build a lasting ecosystem for digital skills and innovation—one that will support industries, uplift communities, and boost the economy.” Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda added, “AI and automation are going to transform jobs in every industry over the next decade. That’s why our partnership with Sutherland is all about giving Filipinos the skills, knowledge, and confidence to stay competitive. Together, we’re building a stronger foundation for a future where AI fluency isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity for 85% of jobs.”
The AI Academy is designed to position the Philippines as a leader in AI-driven workforce development. By fostering public-private collaboration, the initiative ensures broad access to training, driving long-term economic growth. The program aligns with the government’s digital transformation agenda, preparing Filipinos for high-value opportunities in an AI-powered global economy.
This partnership underscores Sutherland’s commitment to delivering transformative digital outcomes, strengthening the Philippines’ talent pool, and fostering innovation across industries.
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