Die Europa Prize Returns at EVBB Annual Conference 2025 – Apply Now!
We are thrilled to announce the return of the prestigious Die Europa Prize at this year’s EVBB Annual Conference, featuring the central theme: “Innovative Financial Models for VET.”
What Is Die Europa Prize?
Awarded by the Adalbert Kitsche Foundation in collaboration with EVBB, the Die Europa Prize honors exceptional educational initiatives—especially those aiding disadvantaged populations and recognized refugees—within the broader vocational training community. The Prize is presented during EVBB’s International Annual Conference and includes:
A symbolic bronze sculpture—a winged female figure standing on Europe, embodying peace and unity
Certificates of recognition for all participating projects
Why Apply This Year?
The 2025 EVBB Annual Conference, taking place in Brussels on October 3, will shine a spotlight on “Innovative Financing Models for VET.” This year’s edition is all about rethinking how we invest in skills and creating sustainable pathways for the future of vocational education and training.
The conference will bring together policymakers, practitioners, and innovators to explore new financing mechanisms, discuss the role of public–private partnerships, and share national and international strategies that are shaping the skills agenda. Participants will also hear real-world case studies and global perspectives that highlight what works in practice and how these lessons can be scaled across Europe.
Alongside the sessions, the conference will offer space for networking and exchange, providing a unique opportunity to connect with those driving change in the world of VET financing.
Who Should Apply?
If you are an EVBB Member organization and are pioneering projects that:
Foster inclusion, innovation, or sustainability in VET,
Especially support disadvantaged groups or recognized refugees, and
Exemplify creative or impactful financing strategies,
then this is your moment to shine. You can make your mark on European vocational education—and be recognized for it.
How to Apply
Submit your project via the our dedicated typeform by 10 September.
All entries receive participation certificates.
A qualified jury will evaluate submissions and select the winner according to established criteria
The award will be presented during the annual conference on October 3, 2025, at the beautiful Area 42 venue in Brussels
Join Us and Be Recognized
This is more than just a prize—it’s an opportunity to contribute to systemic change in VET, fuel innovation, and inspire others across Europe.
Don’t miss your chance. Submit your project today and be part of shaping the future of vocational education.
