Sun Siyam Recognises First Apprenticeship Graduates at Siyam World Maldives

Sun Siyam has marked a significant milestone in its commitment to youth development and skills training with the graduation ceremony of the first cohort of the Sun Siyam Apprenticeship Programme, held at Siyam World Maldives.The ceremony celebrated the successful completion of the programme by eight apprentices, representing a diverse range of operational disciplines across the resort. Graduates included two apprentices from Culinary, three from Engineering, and one each from Finance, Information Technology, and Dive and Recreation, reflecting the breadth of career pathways supported by the initiative.

The event was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Higher Education, including two ministry officials, underscoring the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors in developing sustainable employment opportunities for Maldivian youth. The ceremony featured keynote addresses by State Minister Fathimath Mohamed and Resort Manager Ausy, both of whom highlighted the value of practical learning, mentorship, and long term career development within the hospitality industry.

The Sun Siyam Apprenticeship Programme was officially launched in July 2025 in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education through the SAILS Project, a World Bank funded initiative aimed at strengthening skills development and youth employability in the Maldives. The programme commenced at Siyam World Maldives on 1 July 2025 as a structured six month apprenticeship designed to combine hands-on training with professional mentorship and real world operational exposure.

During the programme, apprentices received on the job experience across key resort departments, supported by senior team members and guided by structured learning objectives aligned with national certification standards and Sun Siyam Resorts’ service philosophy.