STS Academy is a project under Smile Action International FZE LLC in UAE, established as the organisation’s professional training, learning, and consultancy development arm.

It serves as the dedicated Training and Development Department within Smile Action International, supporting skills development, capacity building, and consultancy services for individuals, organisations, and communities globally.

STS Academy operates within the broader Smile Action International ecosystem, which includes multiple operational units:

• Corporate & Humanitarian Unit – delivering development programmes, humanitarian initiatives, and strategic partnerships
• SAI Express – service delivery and logistics support operations
• SAI Store – retail and commercial trading activities
• SAI Business Solutions – business development, consultancy, and enterprise support services

Within this structure, STS Academy leads the organisation’s human development mandate through professional training programmes, workplace skills development, leadership training, and consultancy services.

Our focus is on practical, outcome-based learning that supports employability, enterprise development, and sustainable growth across diverse international contexts.

We deliver practical, skills-based training and development programmes designed to improve workplace performance, build competencies, and support both organisational and personal growth.

We work with individuals, corporates, and institutions across multiple sectors including business, leadership, human resources, marketing, and community development.

OUR SERVICES

We provide a wide range of professional development and consultancy solutions:

• Professional Training Programmes
• Corporate Training & Workforce Development
• Management & Leadership Development
• Human Resources Consultancy
• Marketing & Business Development Training
• Youth Development Programmes
• Women Empowerment Initiatives
• Community Development Projects
• Sports & Talent Development
• Lifestyle Development Consultancy
• Organisational Development Consultancy
• Business Start-Up & Company Registration Support
• Compliance & Regulatory Advisory Services
• Project Planning & Implementation Support

SPORTS & TALENT DEVELOPMENT

We are actively engaged in sports development and youth talent empowerment through structured programmes, coaching support, and community-based initiatives.

Our focus includes athlete development, sports leadership training, talent identification, and inclusive sports participation.

We support sports as a tool for education, discipline, leadership, and social development.

REGIONAL PRESENCE

STS Academy operates in the United Arab Emirates as Smile Action International FZE LLC (with core mandate aligned to UAE model) and maintains active engagement in Southern Africa, with a strong focus on Zimbabwe and the broader SADC region growing to other regions .

Our work in the region includes youth development programmes, skills training, sports initiatives, women empowerment projects, and community development partnerships.

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS

STS Academy collaborates with recognised institutions and organisations across education, sports, and community development sectors.

Our partners and stakeholders include:

• Government youth and development structures
• Women empowerment and social development agencies
• National sports organisations
• Community and faith-based development organisations
• Educational and training institutions
• Sports development organisations and clubs

(Partnership programmes are project-based and aligned with approved training and development initiatives.)

WHY CHOOSE STS ACADEMY

• Practical, real-world training approach
• Industry-relevant skills development
• Flexible learning (online, in-person, blended)
• Experienced trainers and consultants
• Regional and international exposure
• Focus on employability and empowerment