Circular Economy and Green Waste Micro Entrepreneurship VET Programme in Angola,Ghana, Namibia and Sao Tome: CircuWasteVETAfrica

Programme(s): Erasmus+ (ERASMUS+)
Topic(s): ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CB-VET
Type of action: ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants
Project ID: 101182642

Objective: CircuWasteVETAfrica will create green job opportunities by applying circular economy principles to transform waste into wealth for unemployed youth in Sub-Saharan African countries. Through knowledge transfer to VET schools across Angola, Ghana, Namibia, and Sao Tome, the project will impart essential skills in Circular Economy, Green Waste Management, digital technologies, and innovation. By integrating digital skills training into the curriculum, CircuWasteVETAfrica will equip young learners with the tools needed to navigate the evolving landscape of modern employment and entrepreneurship, while fostering the uptake of Green Waste and Circular Economy practices among VET schools. Moreover, the initiative prioritises gender and social inclusion, offering specialised training modules tailored to the needs of vulnerable youths and women, ensuring their active participation and contribution to sustainable development efforts. In addition to skills development, CircuWasteVETAfrica develops a framework for cross-border collaboration and fosters green transition public-private partnerships between VET schools, local authorities, and the private sector. Through these collaborative endeavours, CircuWasteVETAfrica will foster a new generation of environmentally conscious youth who are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to drive positive change in their communities.