Apply for Best Practices in Inclusive Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Competition in Africa

Are you an organization that excels at ensuring all of Africa’s young people have equal access to technical and vocational education and training (TVET) opportunities? Do you have programmes that specifically target women and girls, people from poorer backgrounds, persons with disabilities, or migrants? If yes, then the African Union Commission and the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) invite you to enter this exciting competition to find, celebrate, and grow the number of good practices in ensuring equitable and inclusive access to TVET across all African countries.

When is Application Deadline:

• August 30, 2024, at 11:59 pm SAST (GMT/UTC+2). Early submissions are encouraged.

Tell Me About the the Best Practices in Inclusive Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Competition:

This competition, organized by the African Union Commission and AUDA-NEPAD, seeks to identify and celebrate innovative approaches to implementing equitable and inclusive Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across Africa. The goal is to develop a digital resource collection that features the best practices gathered, which will support the implementation of inclusive policies and strategies in various African Union member states.

Which Fields are Eligible:

• Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), with a focus on equity and inclusion.

Type:

• Competition for showcasing good practices.

Who can Apply:

• Organizations in Africa that excel in ensuring equitable and inclusive access to TVET, particularly those targeting women, girls, individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, persons with disabilities, and migrants.

How are Applicants Selected:

• Submissions will be evaluated based on their innovation, effectiveness, and ability to advance equity and inclusion in TVET. The highest-rated entries will be featured in the digital resource collection.

Which Countries are Eligible:

• All African Union member states.

Where will the Award be Taken:

• Africa Skills Week 2024 in Accra, Ghana.

How Many Awards?

• Three organizations will be selected as winners.

What is the Benefit of the Award:

• The top three organizations will receive an all-expenses-paid trip for two representatives to attend Africa Skills Week 2024 in Accra, Ghana. This includes travel, accommodation, and meals. Additional support will be provided for personal assistants of persons with disabilities if needed.

How Long Will the Award Last:

• The award trip will occur from October 14 to 18, 2024, during Africa Skills Week.

How to Apply for the Inclusive Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET):

• Submit your application online by completing the application form on the competition webpage. Submissions can be made in English, French, or Portuguese.

Visit Award Webpage for Details:

• For more information and to apply, visit the competition webpage or contact aspyee@nepad.org.