Freelance Fast Forward: The 3F Value Program

Unlock Your Freelance Potential

Join our fully-funded program provided by the International Labour Organization,
through its PROSPECTS programme in Egypt, in partnership with Udacity to master Front-End Development, Digital Marketing, or Business Analytics.
Start your freelance career today!

Freelance Fast Forward Program

Elevate your skillset, start a successful freelance career, and achieve independent income
with this exclusive scholarship opportunity to empower learners with the most demanded tech skills.

Our Nanodegree Programs

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Become a freelancing expert

Master top-demanded tech skills: Front-End Development, Digital Marketing, and Business Analytics.

This fully-funded scholarship is your pathway to learning the skills you need in one of the specialized digital tracks. Don’t miss the chance to build a successful freelance career, become self-employed, and earn independent income.

Freelance Fast Forward program

The program is an exclusive fully-funded opportunity to empower Egyptians and non-Egyptians with the skills needed to start their freelancing career, provided by the International Labour Organizationthrough its PROSPECTS programme in Egypt, in collaboration with Udacity.

Remote from anywhere

Through our online intense learning sessions and connecting with field experts, this program provides accessible and advanced learning opportunities to elevate skillsets and freelancing prospects for Egyptians and non-Egyptians.

Who Can Apply?

Residency

Available to residents of Greater Cairo, Alexandria, and Damietta, including both Egyptians and non-Egyptians.

Career Status

Recent graduates, job seekers, and young professionals.

Freelancing Focus

Applicants should have a genuine interest in freelancing.

Age Requirements

Between 18 and 40 years old.

Your Freelance Fast Forward Program Journey

Fill the Application

Pass assessment and meet eligibility criteria.

Kickstart the technical path

Accepted learners will be enrolled in their technical nanodegree.

Kickstart the digital freelancing path

Following the technical nanodegree, learners will gain basic freelancing skills from the Digital Freelancing Nanodegree.

Get Your Gig

Land your first freelancing gig and launch your career via top freelancing platforms (freelancer.com)

Freelancing Partner Program

Get freelancing mentorship from Udacity Freelancing Gurus in 12 weeks.

Graduate & Get Certified

Graduate upon completion of the technical nanodegree and the Digital Freelancing Nanodegree.

Fill the Application

Pass assessment and meet eligibility criteria.

Kickstart the technical path

Accepted learners will be enrolled in their technical nanodegree.

Kickstart the digital freelancing path

Following the technical nanodegree, learners will gain basic freelancing skills from the Digital Freelancing Nanodegree.

Graduate & Get Certified

Graduate upon completion of the technical nanodegree and the Digital Freelancing Nanodegree.

Freelancing Partner Program

Get freelancing mentorship from Udacity Freelancing Gurus in 12 weeks.

Get Your Gig

Land your first freelancing gig and launch your career via top freelancing platforms (freelancer.com)

Why you should apply?

Dream of studying at your own pace with insights from top industry experts? Enjoy a flexible learning environment with the Skills Forward program.

Interested in networking with fellow tech enthusiasts? Connect with the Skills Forward community of passionate learners, professional gurus, and top experts.

Ready to become part of a unique network of professional freelancers? Seize the opportunity to join our esteemed freelancing community.

Want expert support to launch your freelancing journey? Enroll in the Digital Freelancing Nanodegree after completing the technical Nanodegree to master all aspects of freelancing.

Seeking tips to enhance your resume and advance your freelancing career? Access comprehensive professional development advice and learn how to build a standout portfolio to secure your first freelancing gig.

About Program Partnership

About the International Labour Organization (ILO)

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is devoted to promoting social justice and internationally recognized human and labour rights, pursuing its founding mission that social justice is essential to universal and lasting peace.

The only tripartite U.N. agency, since 1919 the ILO brings together governments, employers and workers of 187 Member States, to set labour standards, develop policies and devise programmes promoting decent work for all women and men.

About PROSPECTS

The PROSPECTS partnership was launched by the Government of the Netherlands and brings together the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), and the World Bank.The partnership focuses on three main pillars: education and learning, employment with dignity, and protection and inclusion. By addressing these key areas, PROSPECTS aims to foster social and economic development in regions affected by forced displacement.

During the Freelancing Partner Program (FPP), students will:

Receive mentorship support to land gigs.

Set up polished freelancing profiles on various marketplaces such as Freelancer.com and Upwork.

Navigate freelancing marketplaces and choose the most suitable ones for their skills.

Build compelling freelancing portfolios that attract clients.

Become familiar with the freelancing bidding process.

Learn how to bid for projects and write winning proposals

Gain insights into proposal writing tips and tricks.

Integrate AI tools to enhance proposal writing techniques.

Practice effective communication and negotiation with clients.

Learn how to avoid scammers.

Maintain a successful freelancing career pathway.

During the Freelancing Partner Program (FPP), students will

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