We innovate vocational education and training (VET) through creativity, participatory strategies, and collaboration.
Empowering VET professionals
Our mission is to enhance the relevance, innovation, and attractiveness of VET by equipping professionals with Design Thinking principles. We aim to bridge the gap between traditional training and the demands of modern industries, ensuring that learners acquire the skills they need to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.
Our objectives include raising awareness about the importance of creativity in VET, providing practical training for educators, fostering a dynamic VET community, and integrating Design Thinking and EDUckathons into VET programs.
Partners - Project Consortium
The VETdesign KA220-VET Erasmus+ project is a partnership of organizations from Germany, Austria, Greece, Czechia, and Romania, each with a wealth of experience and diverse backgrounds in Vocational Education and Training (VET).
RegioVision (Schwerin/Germany) is an independent education provider. We are focusing on the development of innovative educational methods and materials through a growing number of international projects. With our staff of experienced trainers and coaches, we support people from disadvantaged communities to (re-)enter the labour market and develop their skills through individually designed training programs.
ACCELERAS Austria is a pioneering social enterprise with the motto “Connecting Workforce Synergies” focusing on societal and transversal development to match qualifications with jobs. ACCELERAS applies the “IO” approach inspired from the IT world, which is premised on providing [I]nputs to get high quality [O]utputs. It provides systematic and strategic consulting, serving as a sparring partner for the implementation of profound and sustainable change. ACCELERAS serves as an all-around partner for the design and implementation of corporate strategies to improve performance, engagement and wellbeing at the workplace for all staff and employees. Through tailored innovative learning and development programs, ACCELRAS builds enduring capabilities for sustainable growth and social impact.
KNOW-HOUSE s.r.o. (K-H) is an educational organization dedicated to lifelong learning and adult professional development. Founded in 2023 in South Bohemia, Czech Republic, it helps reduce educational gaps by bringing modern skills and knowledge to adults. K-H focuses on hands-on, competence-based learning using digital tools. Its expert network covers sustainability, AI, digital skills, climate adaptation, and diversity in MSMEs. By providing practical skills, K-H empowers adults to succeed in a changing world. Committed to global education trends, K-H builds international partnerships to share knowledge across Europe, ensuring its learners benefit from a diverse and global perspective.
VET Center Romania is a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of vocational education and training, providing learners with high-quality, hands-on education that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills.The center aims to deliver high quality training programs aligned with the European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET), foster international collaboration, and enhance employability through real-world internships in diverse professions.
MindMeUp LP is an innovative consulting company based in Thessaloniki, Greece, specializing in innovation management, business development, and strategic marketing. It offers tailored solutions for businesses, startups, and NGOs across Europe. Services include EU funding management, training programs, and technology transfer, fostering sustainable growth and creative thinking.
Want to be part of the VETdesign community?
Join us and engage in EDUCkathons Design Circles, interactive workshops, and webinars that promote the integration of EDUCkathons and Design Thinking.
