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WorldSkills Netherlands

WorldSkills Netherlands is dedicated to promoting craftsmanship and vocational education among young people.In collaboration with the education sector and the business community, the foundation helps young people develop their skills by organizing vocational competitions, including Skills Talents for pre-vocational (VMBO) students and Skills Heroes for secondary vocational (MBO) students. Every year, hundreds of participants and thousands of visitors come together for Skills The Finals.WorldSkills Netherlands is part of the international WorldSkills movement and coördinates Dutch participation in EuroSkills and WorldSkills—the European and World Championships for vocational skills.Supported by an enthusiastic team of around 30 colleagues, we work daily on a wide range of projects, events, and competitions.WorldSkills Netherlands is led by General Director Erik van der Zwan.