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In this latest contribution of the GIVE Project series, A Paradigm Shift, we have the pleasure of listening to Madlen Serban, Secretary general of the National Commission of Romania for UNESCO and associate professor at the University of Bucharest. Madlen Serban talks about inclusion as a mindset issue and guides us in thinking about how to develop capable of building a true inclusive ecosystem. She also shares what she will take home from her experience in the GIVE project, emphasising the value of this initiative in promoting a more inclusive future in education and leadership.



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Facultatea de Psihologie și Științele Educației Universitatea din București Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK Lantegi Batuak The Malta Chamber EfVET

The GIVE project: a paradigm shift | Madlen Serban

[ GIVE Project | A Paradigm Shift ] In this chapter, we are pleased to welcome Anca Nedelcu , lecturer at the University of Bucharest, who explains how the GIVE Project aims to formalise best practices in inclusion in order to develop training courses rooted in successful inclusive experiences. This paradigm shift emphasises the importance of learning through experience rather than through theoretical ideas. Anca Nedelcu shares her insights on how this approach can enhance academic experiences and what valuable lessons she brings home from her involvement with GIVE project, contributing to a broader understanding of inclusion in education.


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Facultatea de Psihologie și Științele Educației Universitatea din București Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK Lantegi Batuak The Malta Chamber EfVET

The GIVE project, a paradigm shift | Anca Nedelcu The GIVE project, a paradigm shift Anca Nedelcu | Professor at University of Bucharest

[ The GIVE Project | A Paradigm Shift ] In this interview we speak with Jennifer Jostock, Technical Officer on Skills Development and Social Inclusion at International Labour Organization (ILO). She addresses key questions on how and can go hand in hand in the workplace. Drawing on examples like Groupspa’s course designed to foster a culture of inclusiveness, she explores how giving everyone the right place within a company can drive both success and social impact. Jennifer Jostock also shares her perspective on how the principles of Inclusion Excellence, central to The GIVE Project, can be effectively implemented in professional environments to ensure a more inclusive and equitable future.


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The GIVE project, a paradigm shift | Jennifer Jostock Jennifer Jostock | Technical Officer on Skills development and social inclusion, ILO

In this interview we hear from Georgios Zisimos, Head of Policy Advice Unit at the ETF - European Training Foundation. He discusses the critical role of the in advancing inclusive excellence within Vocational Education and Training ( ). He highlights how the GIVE Project partners contribute to aligning ’s knowledge, tools, and support services to better meet the needs of VET providers and associations. Zisimos also explores the potential synergies between GIVE Project and ETF's strategy, reinforcing their shared commitment to vocational excellence.


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The GIVE project, a paradigm shift | George Georgios Zisimos The GIVE project | A paradigm shiftGeorgios Zisimos | Head of Policy Advice Unit, ETF

In the second interview of The GIVE Project series, A Paradigm Shift, we welcome Priscilla Gatonye, Programme Officer in Gender and Inclusion, Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship at UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for TVET . Priscilla highlights the transformative power of in , noting that The GIVE Project emphasizes incorporating beauty into the learning environment.
Her perspective sheds light on the importance of nurturing environments that reflect and inspire the inner beauty of learners, fostering empowerment and success. She explores how The GIVE Project embraces this holistic approach to drive meaningful change in and inclusive excellence.


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The GIVE project, a paradigm shift | Priscilla Wanjiku Gatonye The GIVE project | A paradigm shiftPriscilla Wanjiku Gatonye, Programme Officer in Gender and Inclusion, Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, UNESCO-UNEVOC.

Introducing "A Paradigm Shift," a new interview series from the GIVE Project, where experts share insights on the future of Vocational Education and Training ( ) towards inclusive excellence. In our first feature, James Calleja, President of EfVET , highlights how the GIVE project fosters a crucial connection between ecosystems, skills, and the cultural shift needed to promote in both VET and the workplace.

Stay tuned for inspiring conversations on creating more inclusive and transformative environments!


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The GIVE project, a paradigm shift | James Calleja Introducing "A Paradigm Shift," a new interview series from The GIVE Project, where experts share insights on the future of Vocational Education and Training...

Thank you for participating in the ‘Include to be Excellent’ conference!
Many thanks to everyone who joined us in Milan and online for the final conference of the GIVE project. Your participation and contributions made this event a real success and, together, we took important steps towards defining the future of inclusive professional excellence.

We are grateful to all the speakers and participants for sharing their expertise, insights and inspiring ideas.


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Alessandro Mele James Calleja Paolo Nardi Simona Tironi Massimiliano Salini
Roberta Metsola Francesco Baroni Manuela Geleng Biljana Radonijc Ker-Lindsay Borhene Chakroune Anca Nedelcu Anastasia Pouliou Georgios Zisimos Priscilla Wanjiku Gatonye Jenni Jostock Joseph Zammit Andrea Cenderello Irine Margishvili Madlen Serban International Labour Organization Cedefop UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for TVET ETF - European Training Foundation

How Can We Achieve Inclusion and Excellence?

Join us for the session "How to Reach Inclusion and Excellence" (10:20 - 11:00), where leading experts will discuss innovative strategies for achieving both inclusion and vocational excellence in education and training.

📍 Roundtable Speakers:
- Anastasia Pouliou, Expert in qualifications and credentials – Future of VET, Cedefop
- Georgios Zisimos, Head of Policy Advice Unit, ETF - European Training Foundation
- Priscilla Wanjiku Gatonye, Programme Officer in Gender and Inclusion, Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for TVET
- Jennifer Jostock, Technical Officer on Skills development and social inclusion, International Labour Organization

Impulse talk by Paolo Nardi, Executive Director EfVET
Moderator: Anca Nedelcu, Professor at University of Bucharest

Get ready for a day full of collaborations and forward-looking discussions!
📅 Date: October 1st, 2024
📍 Location: Milan & Online Streaming

👉 Join us and register today! https://bit.ly/GIVEIncludingToBeExcellent


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Facultatea de Psihologie și Științele Educației Universitatea din București Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK Lantegi Batuak The Malta Chamber EfVET

Only a few days left until the "Including to be Excellent" conference in Milan on October 1st, 2024. In the meantime, we are thrilled to introduce the distinguished speakers who will be sharing their insights and expertise!
These global leaders will guide us through groundbreaking approaches to Inclusive Vocational Excellence, offering their perspectives on how to transform the future of education and work.

👉 Don't miss your chance to participate—whether in Milan or online!

Register now: https://www.thegiveproject.eu/including-be-excellent/


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Facultatea de Psihologie și Științele Educației Universitatea din București Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK Lantegi Batuak The Malta Chamber EfVET
ETF - European Training Foundation International Labour Organization UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for TVET

Exciting News for the International Conference! 🌟
We are pleased to announce an important extension to the GIVE International Conference program: a Study Visit to Cometa, a leader partner of GIVE project on September 30th the day before our conference.

Cometa is a centre of excellence in education, known for its commitment to creating innovative and inclusive pathways. This visit will be a unique opportunity to explore firsthand their model and the initiatives that are shaping the future of education.
Participants will also have the unique opportunity to attend in the evening of 30 th September the presentation of Cometa’s work café in LVMH’s offices, Milan.

Take a look to the program and don’t miss out on this enriching experience!
Register Now: https://bit.ly/CometaStudyvisit

For people who already register send us an email if you want to participate at study visit in Cometa.

We look forward to sharing this enriching experience with you! ✨


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