On September 16, the ETF Network for Excellence (ENE) hosted the webinar "From Graz to the World: Inspiring the Future of Vocational Excellence," bringing the Network together to unpack the key takeaways from the recent CoVE Forum in Graz - and turn its insights into inspiration for the future of vocational excellence worldwide.
💡Susanne Nielsen (ETF) opened the session, highlighting the global relevance of vocational excellence and the role of the ENE network.
💡Doris Kiendl (FH JOANNEUM University of Applied Sciences) presented an overview of the Graz forum, including its agenda, keynotes, study visits, and main takeaways, such as the importance of permeable pathways, lifelong talent ecosystems, and partnerships.
Find the presentation of Doris Kiendl HERE
💡Ilker Akman (Tophane Center of Vocational Excellence) shared perspectives from Turkey, focusing on the country's dual education system. He highlighted local cluster-oriented planning, work-based learning, and vocational training models embedded within industrial zones as key mechanisms for regional skills alignment - along with valuable lessons learned on building partnerships and capacity.
Find the presentation of Ilker Akman HERE
💡Manuela Prina from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) discussed the participation of an Asian delegation in Graz, emphasizing common global challenges in TVET and the value of international cooperation.
💡Franklin Kulukal from Papua New Guinea reflected on her experience at the forum, noting the universal nature of TVET challenges and the opportunity to learn and contextualize best practices.
The session concluded with an invitation to join the ETF Network for Excellence and highlighted the importance of global peer learning in advancing vocational education, https://openspace.etf.europa.eu/group/9/about
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