Vocational training

Strengthening the personal, technical and digital skills of young adults

Brief description of the project

Many VET graduates have limited practical experience with newer technologies and access to innovation-oriented infrastructure and learning opportunities is still limited, especially in rural areas.

As part of the second phase of the Youth Maker Club project, activities will be expanded to a fourth location in Ungheni. Through fully equipped makerspaces and a diverse training program – which includes electronics, robotics, digital manufacturing and CNC – the project helps vocational students develop relevant technical skills while encouraging creativity, collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking.

As the courses are taught by young mentors, the vocational students experience a completely different learning environment than at vocational school, which makes a significant contribution to their personal development.

The project promotes inclusion, digital skills and practical innovation, enabling young people in four regions to gain confidence and build the skills and networks needed for a meaningful career in the technology sector.

Project goals

• Establishment of a lively Youth Maker Club infrastructure that promotes and networks young people with a passion for technology.
• Teaching in-demand technical skills to vocational students, which they can apply directly in practical maker projects.
• Build strong partnerships with public and private stakeholders to make the skills of vocational students visible and promote their opportunities in the maker and tech industry.