Empowering Communities:

Shaping the Future of Disaster Resilience

Empowering The Future Of Disaster Preparedness And Resilience

VET-READY is an Erasmus+ initiative dedicated to strengthening disaster preparedness through vocational education and training. Our mission is to equip VET trainers with the tools to teach life-saving skills, empowering vulnerable communities—including migrants, refugees, and Ukrainians affected by conflict—to respond effectively to crises. In a world increasingly impacted by disasters, our project serves as an innovative force, providing practical solutions to enhance resilience and ensure communities are better prepared for future emergencies.

Our Vision

Transforming Disaster Preparedness Through Vocational Training

VET-READY envisions a future where vocational education integrates essential disaster preparedness skills, equipping trainers and vulnerable communities—including migrants, refugees, and Ukrainians—with the knowledge to respond effectively to crises. Our goal is to redefine vocational training by providing open-access learning resources that empower both educators and learners, fostering resilience and preparedness across Europe and neighboring regions.

Our Mission

We’re committed to enhancing disaster preparedness through vocational education and training. By developing innovative learning resources, our mission is to equip VET trainers with the tools to teach life-saving skills, empowering vulnerable communities—including migrants, refugees, and Ukrainians—to respond effectively to crises. Through collaboration and tailored training, VET-READY fosters resilience, preparedness, and community support in the face of future disasters.

Our Objectives

01. Identifying Training Needs For Disaster Preparedness

Analyze the needs of VET trainers, adult educators, and continuing education professionals to develop best practices for disaster awareness and life-saving skills.

 

02. Developing An Inclusive And Flexible Learning Approach

Create an innovative pedagogical framework that integrates disaster awareness and life-saving skills into vocational education, supporting NEETs, low-skilled adults, and vulnerable communities.

 

03. Building An Online Knowledge Hub For Disaster Awareness

Establish a digital platform to enhance knowledge, critical thinking, and life-saving skills in disaster preparedness for VET trainers, NEETs, and economically vulnerable adults.

 

04. Raising Awareness And Promoting Civic Engagement

Encourage low-skilled adults to adopt responsible civic practices by equipping them with essential disaster response skills, fostering resilience and community engagement.

Our Activities To Empower VET Trainers And Vulnerable Communities

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS TRAINING FRAMEWORK

We establish a structured framework to integrate disaster awareness and life-saving skills into vocational education. By coordinating activities, actions, and deliverables, we ensure smooth project execution and collaboration among partners and stakeholders.

DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES

Through in-depth research, curriculum design, and digital tool development, we create flexible and inclusive educational materials that equip VET trainers and vulnerable adults—including migrants, refugees, and Ukrainians—with essential disaster response skills.

STRENGTHENING INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION

We organize transnational meetings and workshops to foster cooperation between partners, share best practices, and enhance the effectiveness of disaster preparedness training in vocational education.

RAISING AWARENESS AND PROMOTING ENGAGEMENT

By disseminating project outcomes and engaging stakeholders, policymakers, and local communities, we increase awareness of disaster preparedness and encourage active participation in building a more resilient society.

OUR PARTNERSHIP

Meet the partners working together to make VET-READY a success in disaster preparedness and resilience!