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AVPN announces US$15 mil AI Opportunity Fund to train APAC workers, with Google.org, ADB support

Jovi Ho
Jovi Ho • 3 min read
AVPN announces US$15 mil AI Opportunity Fund to train APAC workers, with Google.org, ADB support
Selected organisations will receive comprehensive support, including guidance, financial support and tailored AI training based on foundational AI courses designed by Google and its external partners. Photo: Bloomberg
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Social investor network AVPN has announced the launch of the US$15 million ($20.24 million) AI Opportunity Fund: Asia-Pacific, with support from Google.org and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). 

The three-year programme aims to equip underserved communities in Asia with essential artificial intelligence (AI) knowledge and tools required for the evolving work landscape, says AVPN on May 27. 

Non-profit organisations, social enterprises and workforce associations in the region can register their interest on AVPN’s website, before an open call begins. Selected organisations will receive comprehensive support, including guidance, financial support and tailored AI training based on foundational AI courses designed by Google and its external partners.

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