Deadline: 06-Apr-2026
Applications are now open for organizations to deliver vocational and technical education programs for adult populations in selected regions of Ukraine. The initiative promotes workforce readiness, inclusive skill development, and alignment with local labor market needs.
What is the Initiative?
This program supports the design and delivery of vocational and technical education programs for adults in the Sumy, Kharkiv, and Poltava regions. It emphasizes inclusive training that meets the needs of vulnerable populations and women, ensuring equal access for all participants, including individuals with disabilities. Funding is provided to organizations to organize training groups of 10–12 participants with costs aligned to prevailing local market rates.
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include:
- Educational institutions such as vocational lyceums, vocational schools, vocational education centers (including those of the State Employment Service), vocational colleges, and other state educational institutions
- Public organizations, charitable foundations, and associations partnering with educational institutions or private education providers through formal agreements
Applicants may operate independently or in partnership within the vocational and technical education sector.
What Programs are Funded?
The initiative supports vocational and technical training programs directly aligned with local labor market needs. Programs must:
- Address workforce skill gaps specific to the regions
- Include inclusive approaches for women, vulnerable groups, and individuals with disabilities
- Focus exclusively on vocational and technical education
Training outside the vocational scope—such as soft skills, digital literacy, AI, entrepreneurial skills, or training-of-trainers programs—is not eligible.
Funding and Scope
- Funding per project: 110,000 to 145,000 UAH
- Group size: 10–12 participants per training program
- Costs must reflect prevailing market rates in the respective regions
The program supports high-quality vocational training designed to improve employability and meet regional labor market demands.
How to Apply
- Confirm eligibility for the organization or partnership.
- Develop a vocational training program aligned with regional labor needs and inclusive of vulnerable groups and women.
- Prepare a budget reflecting market-rate costs for 10–12 participants.
- Formalize any partnerships through agreements or memoranda of understanding.
- Submit the application following the competition guidelines.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Proposing training outside the vocational and technical scope
- Failing to demonstrate inclusivity for women, vulnerable populations, or individuals with disabilities
- Not formalizing partnerships with educational institutions or private providers
- Submitting budgets not aligned with local market rates
- Overlooking alignment with regional labor market needs
Why the Initiative Matters
This program strengthens vocational and technical education in Ukraine, improving workforce readiness and creating equitable access to skill development. By prioritizing inclusivity and labor-market relevance, it ensures that adult learners, especially vulnerable groups, gain meaningful skills for employment and economic participation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who can apply? Vocational schools, lyceums, vocational education centers, vocational colleges, state educational institutions, and public or charitable organizations partnering with education providers.
- What funding is available? Between 110,000 and 145,000 UAH per project.
- How many participants per program? 10–12 adult learners per training group.
- Are programs outside vocational education eligible? No, only vocational and technical training is funded.
- Are vulnerable groups prioritized? Yes, including women and individuals with disabilities.
- Can partnerships be formed between public and private organizations? Yes, partnerships are allowed if formalized through an agreement.
- Which regions are eligible? Sumy, Kharkiv, and Poltava regions.
Conclusion
This initiative offers a critical opportunity to enhance vocational and technical education for adults in Ukraine. By funding inclusive, labor-market-driven programs, it promotes workforce development, equitable access, and economic empowerment for local communities.
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