Capacity building in VET in Caribbean

The primary goal of the Capacity Building in VET in the Caribbean grant is to enhance the effectiveness and relevance of vocational education and training (VET) systems in third countries not associated with the Programme, particularly within the Caribbean region. The initiative seeks to foster sustainable socio-economic development by supporting VET institutions in becoming more accessible, responsive, and aligned with local, regional, and national development strategies. Through international cooperation and multilateral partnerships, the grant aims to improve the management, governance, inclusion, quality assurance, and innovation capacities of VET providers. A key objective is to strengthen the collaboration between VET institutions and private sector stakeholders, enabling the development of demand-driven and opportunity-oriented VET interventions that are closely linked to labour market needs.

Eligibility for this grant is centered on organizations active in the field of VET from EU Member States, third countries associated with the Programme, and third countries not associated with the Programme. These organizations must form multilateral partnerships to implement joint initiatives that address the specific needs of VET systems in the target countries.

The anticipated impact of the grant includes improved quality and responsiveness of VET provision, enhanced capacity of VET staff and teachers, and stronger connections between VET providers and the labour market. These outcomes are expected to contribute to broader policy objectives, such as the Global Gateway investment packages and the development of Talent partnerships, ultimately supporting the attraction and development of skills and talent in the region.