Summary of the round table presentations and debate on Vocational Education and Training for all - European Agency project
On 8th May 2013, MEP Ádám Kósa, President of the Disability Intergroup, hosted the launch of the latest European study on Vocational Education and Training (VET) in the European Parliament. The study highlighted that every citizen must be equipped with the skills needed to live and work in the new information society and special attention must be paid to young disabled people in particular, being one of the most vulnerable groups in Europe. Professionals and representatives of international bodies and European Institutions actively took part in the event.
Background: The study has been conducted by the European Agency for Development in Special Needs Education, following a request from its member countries. 26 countries were involved in the study, 55 national experts have participated and 28 local practices were analysed. The key outcome of the project analysis is that what is good and efficient practice for learners with SEN/disabilities is good for all learners. The focus is to be placed on learner's abilities and the added value of the disability. It has further been concluded that changes for improvement are indeed possible and real involvement from all stakeholders concerned in the field of VET is crucial.
Visit the project website for more detailed information http://www.european-agency.org/agency-projects/vocational-education-and-training
