Benelux+ Forum on Vocational Education and Skills

HOW CAN BENELUX+ COOPERATION IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION BETTER RESPOND TO SKILLS SHORTAGES AND SUPPORT CROSS-BORDER LABOUR MOBILITY?

– Location : Benelux House (rue de la Régence 39, 1000 Brussels) 
– Date and time : 13 October 2026, 09:00-16:00
– Participants : Vocational education and training (VET) institutions, public authorities, employers/SME, European stakeholders
– Working language : English

About the event 

Bringing together stakeholders from Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France and Germany, this event will explore how VET can help tackle skills shortages, support labour mobility and strengthen the link between education and labour market needs in border regions.

Highlights : 

* Cedefop insights into skills and VET in the European and Benelux+ contexts
* Expert discussion on key opportunities and challenges for VET in the Benelux+
* Student testimonial and inspiring cross-border initiatives on the recognition of VET qualifications
* Presentation by the European Commission of the toolbox for funding and partnerships
* Dedicated networking space with booths to connect and launch new collaborations