Drenthe launches €1.5 million fund to boost jobs and skills for residents
Residents in Drenthe can now access financial support for education and training, thanks to a new €1.5 million fund. Aimed at sectors like healthcare, IT, and logistics, it helps job seekers and workers advance their careers while addressing local labour shortages.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Fund Name | Drenthe Development Fund |
| Total Funding | €1.5 million |
| Target Groups | Residents of Borger-Odoorn, Coevorden, Emmen, Hoogeveen, Midden-Drenthe |
| Eligible Expenses | Courses, training, retraining, employer-sponsored employee training |
| Sectors in Demand | Healthcare, technology, industry, hospitality, IT, logistics |
| Application Support | Free consultation with training advisors from Werkcentrum Drenthe |
| Website | Werkcentrum Drenthe |
The Province of Drenthe, in collaboration with the Drenthe Labour Market Region, plays a key role in addressing regional labour market challenges. By funding initiatives like the Drenthe Development Fund, they aim to reduce unemployment, upskill workers, and support local businesses in filling critical vacancies.
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Drenthe Development Fund Helps Residents Move Forward
Residents of Drenthe will have more opportunities to learn and work. The Drenthe Labour Market Region and the Province of Drenthe are jointly launching the Drenthe Development Fund. This fund includes €1.5 million for education and training.
Funding for Education and Development
The fund is available to residents of Borger-Odoorn, Coevorden, Emmen, Hoogeveen, and Midden-Drenthe. They can apply for financial support for a course, training, or retraining. Employers can also request contributions for the training of their employees.
More Job Opportunities
Many companies are looking for staff, particularly in healthcare, technology, industry, hospitality, IT, and logistics. With additional training, residents can find new jobs or advance in their careers. The partners behind this fund aim to make learning and development more accessible, giving more people the chance to participate in the labour market.
According to Raymond Wanders, Chair of the Drenthe Labour Market Region, the fund helps remove barriers: “With the Drenthe Development Fund, we are lowering thresholds. Anyone who wants to develop or take new steps in their career now has a single clear point of contact. The fund makes learning and growth accessible to people who might otherwise struggle to afford it. In this way, we help both residents and employers move forward.”
How Does It Work?
Residents can request a free consultation with a training advisor from Werkcentrum Drenthe. Together, they will select a training programme that suits the resident’s wishes and capabilities.
If the training helps the resident find or keep a job, they can apply for funding from the fund. Employers can also apply for their employees.
More information and registration is available on the website of Werkcentrum Drenthe.