68 EU networks unite on next EU budget
The European Association of Service Providers for Persons with Disabilities (EASPD) launches today a joint statement on the next EU Budget, endorsed by 68 European networks and 288 national organisations from 32 countries. Together, the EUFunds4Social coalition calls on the European institutions to safeguard and strengthen a standalone European Social Fund (ESF) and European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The […]
WINGS Kick-Off Meeting in Brussels
Coordinated by ENGIM (IT), WINGS Work-Based Innovation for Next-Generation skills is a recent 3-years Erasmus+ funded project (Nov. 2025 – Oct. 2028) aimed to strengthen Work-Based Learning (WBL) systems in Vocational Education and Training (VET), while replying to the following pressing issues: Skills mismatch between education and labour market needs; Limited integration of WBL in VET systems in several EU countries; Lack of recognised certification of competences acquired in real […]
EfVET Strengthens Cooperation with Microsoft to Advance AI Skills in TVET: New Course Program
EfVET is pleased to announce that our cooperation with Microsoft continues to grow, reinforcing our shared commitment to supporting the digital transformation of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) worldwide. We are excited to continue our work through the AI learning initiative for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions worldwide. This ambitious program, themed “Global AI […]
MICROIDEA Newsletter – Vol. 4 | March 2026 is Out Now!
The latest edition of the MICROIDEA newsletter has just been released – highlighting key milestones from the project’s strategic study visit to Sri Lanka and the next steps toward certification and implementation in 2026. Here’s what’s inside 👇 🌍 Expanding Global Reach The consortium carried out a strategic mission to Sri Lanka, presenting the […]
Micro-credentials Masterclass 2026 – Where technology meets recognition and quality assurance
From 24 to 26 February 2026, the @Knowledge Innovation Centre (KIC) organised the Micro-credentials Masterclass 2026 (MCMC 2026), hosted by the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. The event welcomed policymakers, higher education leaders, VET providers, European University Alliances, EdTech experts, and labour market stakeholders to explore how micro-credentials are reshaping lifelong learning ecosystems across Europe and beyond. Under the theme “Where Technology Meets Micro-credentials”, MCMC 2026 offered a […]
Gender Equality Task Force Statement: International Women’s Day 2026
On this International Women’s Day, the Gender Equality Task Force reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that education, training and lifelong learning empower women and girls across Europe. Promoted by EARLALL, EfVET and EAEA, the Task Force is advancing a strategic agenda focused on: Gender equality in digital skills, AI and TVET, Building capacity in […]
GreenVET Pathway Final Conference: From Vision to Action
The GreenVET Pathway Final Conference, titled “From Vision to Action: Whole-Institution Change for Sustainability in Vocational Education and Training,” will take place online on Friday, 20 March 2026 (11:00–13:00 CET). The event will bring together VET professionals, educators, school leaders, students, and sustainability experts from across Europe to explore how vocational education can actively support […]
V2V-IDEA Project – Steering Committee online meeting
The V2V-IDEA partnership met online for its Steering Committee meeting to review progress, coordinate next steps and reinforce collaboration across all work packages. The meeting opened with a concise overview of recent developments, framing a results-oriented discussion on upcoming deliverables. Under WP1, partners confirmed the final arrangements for the Kick-Off Meeting in Alba and formally acknowledged the […]
ENNEPlus Eco-Digithons 2026: VET Learners Working on Green and Digital Challenges
As a partner in the ENNEPlus Project, EfVET contributes to initiatives that strengthen the role of vocational education and training (VET) in addressing the green and digital transitions. One of the key activities of the project is the Eco-Digithons, educational marathons where VET learners collaborate to develop solutions to environmental and social challenges using […]
EfVET Study Visit to Finland
Last week, Valentina Chanina, EfVET Secretary General, had the opportunity to visit Esedu College, where she met stakeholders, teachers, vice principals, and students whose commitment to vocational education extends far beyond curriculum delivery. During her visit, she had the pleasure of meeting Arja Flinkman, CEO of Esedu, who introduced the college and the Finnish education system. Arja Flinkman highlighted that “ESEDU College offers […]