The students who chose to see menstruation as a source of knowledge
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The students who chose to see menstruation as a source of knowledge

Some discomforts have been considered normal for far too long. Pain that is accepted as an unavoidable part of the cycle, warning signs that are downplayed, and conversations about menstruation that are still surrounded by silence. This reflection gave rise to SISNA, the project developed by the Institut Escola del Treball de Barcelona and awarded the second of the two third prizes in the 5th edition of the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards, promoted by FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet.

The proposal begins with an everyday situation: a young woman experiences pain during menstruation, tries different products and wonders whether what she is experiencing should really be considered normal. From there, the team puts forward a central idea: women’s health still does not always receive the attention it deserves, and menstruation, far from being something to ignore or minimise, can provide useful information about the body.

“Something as natural as menstruation, an experience we all share, should not be ignored or minimised,” the team states in the project presentation video.

From this perspective, SISNA proposes a reusable menstrual cup with a sensory ring integrated into its base. Its purpose is not to provide a diagnosis, but to offer an early warning of possible alterations. The team explains it clearly: “SISNA does not replace a medical diagnosis; it simply enables prevention before a problem develops.”

From product design to prevention

The project began with an analysis of different menstrual cup models already available on the market. The students examined aspects such as sealing, anatomical adaptability and ease of removal, with the aim of designing an ergonomic and functional solution.

The cup was designed using SolidWorks, selecting a shape intended to be comfortable and adaptable. However, the project’s main innovation lies in the sensory ring integrated into its base, an additional element that does not interfere with the positioning or use of the cup but makes it possible to monitor menstrual pH.

The idea is based on a statement that captures the essence of the project: “Menstrual blood is not waste; it is information.” Through this approach, SISNA turns a menstrual hygiene product into a preventive monitoring tool.

The team explains that vaginal pH is usually between 3.8 and 4.5, an acidic environment that acts as a barrier against infections. During menstruation, this level may rise, but if it does not return to its usual values after the period, the change could act as a warning sign of a possible infection or irregularity.

To detect these variations, the project uses anthocyanins, a pigment found in red cabbage that changes colour depending on acidity levels. The outer layer of the ring allows menstrual plasma to pass through, while the inner hydrogel filters out solid components. When the plasma comes into contact with the indicator, a colour change occurs.

This colour variation works as a visual warning: intense red for a highly acidic environment, purple or violet for a more neutral level, and blue or green for greater alkalinity. In this way, the cup can provide a simple indication of possible changes in the body’s balance.

A reusable, accessible and sustainable solution

SISNA also incorporates environmental and social dimensions. The cup is designed to be made from medical-grade silicone, selected for its flexibility, durability and compatibility with the body. It can also be reused for years and withstand sterilisation processes, making it a long-lasting alternative to other menstrual products.

The sensory ring is designed to be renewed with each cycle. According to the team, washing the cup and ring with water and neutral soap restores the indicator to its original colour, allowing one ring to be used throughout a menstrual period and replaced with a new one the following month.

This long service life also connects the project with another objective: improving access to menstrual health solutions for women with fewer resources. As the team explains, “its long lifespan makes it accessible to women with limited financial resources.”

However, SISNA goes beyond proposing a product. It also opens up a conversation about how women’s health is researched and the need to pay greater attention to signs that have historically been understudied. The project highlights menstruation as a potential source of information and explores how technology can help interpret it in a simple, visual and non-invasive way.

“Because VET does not only create; it researches and transforms. And women are here to lead this change,” the team states at the end of its presentation.

An inclusive electrical panel to make home safety accessible to everyone
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An inclusive electrical panel to make home safety accessible to everyone

An electrical panel may seem like a simple element in a home. It is usually located near the entrance or in a hallway, ready to respond when a circuit breaker trips, a fault occurs or the power needs to be switched off. However, for many people, identifying what has happened, reaching the panel or knowing which part of the home has lost power is not so straightforward.

This everyday situation gave rise to the project developed by IES Gerardo Molina, in Torre-Pacheco, awarded the first of the two third prizes in the 5th edition of the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards, promoted by FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet. Developed within the Higher VET programme in Electrotechnical and Automated Systems, the initiative aims to create an inclusive electrical panel, designed especially for women with visual impairments or reduced mobility.

The project addresses a very specific need. In the presentation video, the team illustrates it through an easy-to-imagine situation: “It is difficult for me because the panel is designed to be seen. If a circuit breaker trips, I do not know which one it is or which part of the house has lost power.” This is compounded by a physical barrier: “If something happens, I cannot reach the panel properly because it is too high.”

Based on this assessment, the students reached a clear conclusion: domestic electrical panels are not always designed to be accessible. This lack of accessibility can create insecurity in situations where acting quickly and understanding what is happening are essential.

When accessibility also means safety

The solution developed by IES Gerardo Molina incorporates several measures to make the electrical panel safer and easier to use independently. One of the main features is the integration of Braille labelling, allowing each circuit to be identified by touch. This is complemented by large, high-contrast initials designed to improve readability and visual accessibility.

The team also considered the installation height of the panel, particularly in homes where a wheelchair user may live. To do so, they consulted their teacher, María Luisa Martín, with the aim of adapting the proposal to real accessibility and usability criteria.

However, the project goes beyond the physical identification of circuits. The students incorporated a set of smart solutions that make it possible to receive alerts and manage the home more efficiently. These include a day/night sensor that detects whether a light has been left on during the day and sends a notification through Telegram, allowing it to be switched off.

A smart smoke detector has also been integrated into the same alert system. In this way, the electrical panel not only makes the installation easier to use on a daily basis, but also adds an extra layer of safety in the event of possible incidents at home.

Technology applied to independence

To manage these functions, the project uses a Raspberry Pi connected to the home Wi-Fi network, running Linux and Node-RED software. This system centralises alerts and sends notifications to a mobile phone whenever an incident occurs.

One of the most relevant features is the alert triggered when a circuit breaker switches off. The system does not simply warn the user that a fault has occurred, but identifies exactly which circuit has been affected. In the project video, the team shows an example of the type of notification the user would receive: “Circuit fault alert: sockets.”

In addition, to ensure that everything is switched off when leaving the house, the students implemented an NFC system. By holding an unlocked mobile phone near the device, all lighting and certain sockets are switched off, combining convenience, energy savings and safety.

The project is aligned with several Sustainable Development Goals, including SDG 5, through its contribution to gender equality with particular attention to women with disabilities; SDG 7, through its contribution to energy savings; and other goals related to reduced inequalities, sustainable communities, responsible consumption and climate action.

The value of the proposal lies precisely in this combination of elements: accessibility, energy, safety, independence and applied technology. It is not simply about adapting an electrical panel, but about rethinking an everyday household element from the perspective of people who face barriers in using it.

The team sums up the spirit of the project in one sentence: “We are confident that our project can help many women gain independence and safety, because designing for everyone is not an extra: it means safety, equality and peace of mind.”

GIRO: mechanics developed through VET to support recovery after a mastectomy
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GIRO: mechanics developed through VET to support recovery after a mastectomy

Some projects begin with a technical question. Others begin with a human need. In the case of GIRO, the project developed by Centro Sagrado Corazón – Jesuitas Logroño and awarded first prize in the 5th edition of the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards, both come together from the very beginning: can Vocational Education and Training help improve the recovery of women who have undergone a mastectomy?

The team’s answer came from the Higher VET programme in Industrial Mechatronics, where students Verónica Martínez, Lilu González, Laura Castro and Itsaso Marauri, supported by their tutor Javier González, developed a technical solution with a very specific purpose: to design an adaptable arm exoskeleton, manufactured using 3D printing, to support the progressive rehabilitation of women who have overcome breast cancer.

The project addresses a complex reality. Following a mastectomy, many women may experience a loss of mobility, strength and independence in the arm. The team itself summarises the issue directly in the project presentation video: “After a mastectomy, many women lose mobility, strength and independence.” From this concern, the group posed the question that would shape the entire project: “What if we could help them through Vocational Education and Training?”

A technical solution designed with empathy

Before beginning the design process, the team wanted to gain a first-hand understanding of the problem. To do so, they met with rehabilitation specialists from the Spanish Association Against Cancer, a key step in understanding the physical consequences of this type of surgery and better shaping their proposal.

During their research, the students identified that, following such a delicate procedure, arm mobility can be affected by factors such as surgical sutures or pain. They also found that without appropriate rehabilitation, patients may develop lasting complications, including chronic pain, limitations in shoulder abduction and flexion, or conditions such as winged scapula.

Based on this information, the team designed an arm exoskeleton adaptable to each user, intended to support different stages of the recovery process. The system would operate using servomotors limited to the appropriate range of movement depending on each patient’s stage of rehabilitation, with the main purpose of supporting gradual recovery and helping restore mobility.

The proposal also includes a possible extension for cases of lymphoedema through the incorporation of a lymphatic drainage system based on the Boder method, designed to stimulate the lymphatic system, reduce oedema, eliminate toxins and help decrease inflammation.

GIRO therefore combines knowledge of mechatronics, design, 3D printing and motion control, but its value goes beyond its technical dimension. The project demonstrates how VET can apply its skills to a real need, connecting technology, health and patient support.

Technology with a purpose

The first prize in the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards recognises precisely this ability to transform learning into a solution with real impact. In this 5th edition, promoted by FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet, the awards focused on technological projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, with particular emphasis on SDG 5, which focuses on gender equality.

GIRO is aligned with SDGs 3, 5, 8, 9 and 10, addressing issues related to health and well-being, equality, innovation, decent work and reduced inequalities. Beyond the list of goals, however, the project stands out for a simple yet powerful idea: using technology so that more women feel supported during a difficult recovery process.

“Because we want more women to feel strong and supported,” the team explains in its presentation. This sentence captures the human focus of a proposal that was created not only to solve a technical challenge, but also to help improve patients’ quality of life.

The experience has also prompted an important reflection among the students themselves: “Thanks to GIRO, we have discovered that technology with a purpose has much greater power.” This idea captures much of the project’s value: learning mechanics, programming or design not as an end in itself, but as a way of creating useful solutions for society.

With GIRO, Centro Sagrado Corazón – Jesuitas Logroño demonstrates how Vocational Education and Training can research, design and prototype solutions capable of moving beyond the classroom and addressing real-world problems. A project that turns mechanics into a tool for healing and reminds us, as the team itself states, that “VET can also transform lives.”

FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet celebrate innovative talent at the 5th VET Knowledge Transfer Awards ceremony
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FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet celebrate innovative talent at the 5th VET Knowledge Transfer Awards ceremony

The Association of Vocational Education and Training Centres FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet held the awards ceremony for the 5th edition of the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards on Tuesday, 9 June, at V-Valley Academy. The event once again highlighted the ability of Vocational Education and Training students to identify challenges in their surroundings and transform them into technical solutions with a real impact.

The event brought together representatives from FPEmpresa, Grupo Esprinet and the award-winning centres, from La Rioja, Valencia, Murcia and Catalonia. They all shared the same starting point: using the knowledge acquired in the classroom to respond to specific social challenges, ranging from health and accessibility to digital violence and sustainability.

A total of 64 projects from 44 educational centres across Spain took part in this fifth edition, a figure that consolidates the growth of a call aimed at connecting VET with the productive sector and with today’s social challenges. In addition, the videos submitted by the teams exceeded 84,000 views and 22,000 likes, also reflecting the interest generated among the educational community and the general public.

The VET Knowledge Transfer Awards, promoted by FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet, seek to foster technical and transversal skills among students, as well as to promote gender equality in professional fields where female presence remains a minority. Since their creation, the awards have encouraged projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, with special attention to SDG 5, focused on gender equality.

Solutions from the classroom to real life

The first prize, worth 5,000 euros, went to Centro Sagrado Corazón – Jesuitas Logroño, in La Rioja, for a project addressing the recovery of women who have overcome breast cancer after a mastectomy. The students designed a low-cost functional exoskeleton, manufactured using 3D printing, with the aim of facilitating arm rehabilitation and helping to improve patients’ quality of life.

The second prize, worth 3,300 euros, recognised CIPFP Misericordia, in Valencia, for a proposal focused on the rise of cyberbullying, sextortion and other forms of digital violence. Their project proposes an interactive device located in private spaces to offer immediate and confidential support, information and guidance to those who may need it.

The two third prizes, worth 1,850 euros each, went to IES Gerardo Molina, in Torre-Pacheco, and Institut Escola del Treball, in Barcelona. The centre from Murcia developed a solution to improve the accessibility of domestic electrical panels for women with visual impairments or reduced mobility, through tactile Braille labelling and mobile phone alerts. For its part, the Catalan centre designed a reusable menstrual cup with a sensory ring capable of indicating changes in pH through colour variations, as a more sustainable alternative to traditional menstrual hygiene products.

Beyond the financial recognition, the awards highlight the joint work of students, teachers and educational centres. The prizes are distributed among the centre, the teaching team and the participating students, thus reinforcing the importance of collaboration and educational support in the development of innovative projects.

The awards ceremony also served to showcase how Vocational Education and Training can become a space from which to think, create and test useful solutions for society. Each of the award-winning projects combines a technical approach with a human concern: improving medical recovery, offering support in situations of digital violence, promoting autonomy at home or seeking more sustainable alternatives for female intimate health.

With this fifth edition, the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards continue to consolidate themselves as an initiative that brings companies closer to the classroom and demonstrates the potential of VET to generate applied innovation, young talent and concrete responses to today’s challenges.

FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet Recognise Innovation with the Winners of the 5th Vocational Education Knowledge Transfer Awards
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FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet Recognise Innovation with the Winners of the 5th Vocational Education Knowledge Transfer Awards

  • The call gathered 64 projects from 44 educational centres across Spain, confirming the continued growth of this initiative.
  • The winners, from centres in La Rioja, Valencia, Murcia and Barcelona, addressed challenges such as post-mastectomy recovery, rising cyberbullying, home accessibility for women with disabilities, and more sustainable alternatives to menstrual hygiene products.
  • In this edition, submitted videos reached more than 84,000 views and exceeded 22,000 likes, reflecting strong public impact and engagement.

The Association of Vocational Education and Training Centres FPEmpresa and Esprinte Group have announced the winners of the fifth edition of the Vocational Education Knowledge Transfer Awards, an initiative that highlights student talent and their ability to develop innovative solutions to real societal challenges.

This year’s edition featured a total of 64 projects from 44 educational centres across Spain, demonstrating the growing interest in initiatives that connect education with the productive sector. In addition, the fifth edition generated significant visibility, with more than 84,000 views and 22,000 likes on the project videos submitted by participating centres.

The Vocational Education Knowledge Transfer Awards aim to foster both technical and transversal skills among students, while promoting gender equality in vocational fields where female participation remains limited. In this regard, all submitted projects addressed the challenge of designing technological solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, with particular attention to SDG 5, focused on gender equality.

Projects Connecting VET with Societal Challenges

The jury assessed participants’ critical thinking in problem-solving, the development of technical skills across different vocational fields, and the promotion of innovation, proactivity, and teamwork as key pillars for continuous improvement.

The awards are endowed with €5,000 for first prize, €3,300 for second prize, and two third prizes of €1,850 each, shared between the educational centre, teachers, and participating students.

The winning teams of this fifth edition were:

1st Prize: Centro Sagrado Corazón Jesuitas Logroño.

2nd Prize: CIPFP Misericordia.

3rd Prize: IES Gerardo Molina.

3rd Prize: Institut Escola del Treball.

Centro Sagrado Corazón Jesuitas Logroño received first prize with a project focused on improving the recovery of mobility and strength in the arm of women who have undergone a mastectomy after breast cancer. Their solution proposes the design and prototyping of a low-cost functional exoskeleton, produced through 3D printing, aimed at facilitating rehabilitation and improving patients’ quality of life.

From CIPFP Misericordia, winners of second prize, the focus was placed on an increasingly common issue: the rise of cyberbullying, sextortion, and other forms of digital violence. To address this, the centre proposed an interactive device located in private spaces that offers immediate and confidential support, information, and guidance to those in need.

IES Gerardo Molina and Institut Escola del Treball were awarded the two third prizes. The first project focuses on improving the accessibility of household electrical panels for women with visual impairments or reduced mobility through a system with tactile Braille labelling and mobile alerts in case of incidents. Meanwhile, the project from Institut Escola del Treball addresses the drawbacks of traditional menstrual hygiene products with the design of a reusable menstrual cup incorporating a sensory ring capable of indicating pH changes through colour variations.

FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group reward innovation in the III VET Knowledge Transfer Awards
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FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group reward innovation in the III VET Knowledge Transfer Awards

The Association of Vocational Training Centres FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group has presented the 3rd VET Knowledge Transfer Awards on 27th of June at the Esprinet Group headquarters in Madrid. An event in which the IES Alonso Quijano de Quintanar de la Orden (Toledo), the IES Clara del Rey (Madrid) and Campus Cámara FP (Valencia) have collected their respective awards of the III edition of the contest.

Representing FPEmpresa was the vice-president of the Association, Tomás Alonso, who expressed his gratitude to all the winners for their dedication to the competition and, especially, to the Esprinet Group for its collaboration.

‘These awards reflect our firm intention to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting inclusive and equitable education for all. Undoubtedly, initiatives like this encourage us to continue advancing and strengthening our commitment to VET, especially in those areas where female participation is still limited,’ said Tomás Alonso.

‘With these awards, we at the Esprinet Group reaffirm our commitment to promoting key skills and abilities to train the professionals of the future. In particular, by giving visibility to female talent in those vocational training professional families where their presence is testimonial’, says Hugo Fernández, CEO of V-Valley Spain, part of the Esprinet Group.

An award that promotes key skills to train competitive professionals

The winning schools thanked the organisers for all the work they had done and, to conclude the meeting, they were given a guided tour of the Esprinet Group’s facilities. During the visit, they got to know each of the departments of the entity and the different work spaces of the employees.

‘I would like to thank both FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group for promoting vocational training. For us it has been a double satisfaction. On the one hand, I have never seen my students so motivated and excited. On the other hand, we have managed to make the presence of women visible in traditionally male sectors. We must continue to fight for women to feel that they can work wherever they want’, said Mercedes Pedraza, a teacher at IES Alonso Quijano.

‘For our part, receiving this award that recognises our commitment to gender equality in professional families traditionally dominated by men fills us with pride. This award validates our efforts to create an inclusive and equitable environment for all our students’, said Luz Susana Canelo, head of the project at IES Clara del Rey.

For its part, Campus Cámara FP thanked both entities for giving them the opportunity to be part of the project. ‘This type of activity perfectly complements our training processes in vocational training centres. They allow us to work on innovation, to commit to tasks in addition to our studies and to set challenges that motivate us to empathise with other people and their realities’, said Enrique González, head of vocational training studies at Campus Cámara FP.

‘In addition, it is very positive to work on projects aimed at cycles with less female representation, generating visibility and models for future students. If you get a prize because the project stands out, perfect; but just participating is very beneficial and useful for the students’, added González.

FPEmpresa and Grupo Esprinet

The VET Knowledge Transfer Awards are the result of the collaboration between FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group signed in 2021 to make female talent visible in those professional families of VET where the presence of women is testimonial.

After the success of the 2nd edition in 2023, both entities have renewed the collaboration agreement to launch the 3rd edition of the competition, which has attracted 248 participants and a total of 44 challenges presented.

FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group present the II VET Knowledge Transfer Awards
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FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group present the II VET Knowledge Transfer Awards

The Association of Vocational Training Centres FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group have delivered this June of 29th the II Awards for Knowledge Transfer in VET at the headquarters of Esprinet Group in Madrid. An event in which IES Javier García Téllez, IES Federica Montseny and IES Lázaro Cárdenas have collected their respective awards of the II Edition of the contest.

Representing FPEmpresa was the vice-president-treasurer of the Association, Tomás Alonso, who congratulated the participants and thanked the Esprinet Group for its collaboration.

“Initiatives of this kind help us to continue growing and to improve our commitment to vocational training, especially for those qualifications where the presence of women is scarce”, said Tomás Alonso.

Also among the attendees were Javier Bilbao-Goyoaga, president of V-Valley Advanced Solutions; Begoña Huerta, HR and Quality Director at V-Valley Advanced Solutions; Silvia Sánchez, head of Marketing and Communication at the Esprinet Group, among others.

“I congratulate you for your hard work in getting this far and for visiting us on this special occasion. We are very happy to collaborate with FPEmpresa to launch initiatives like this, as it is very important, together with young people, to improve the quality of technological education and their preparation for the labour market”, said Bilbao-Goyoaga.

A recognition that helps to develop their professional skills

The winning schools thanked the organisers for all the work they have done. For her part, Marta Barroso, teacher and head of the ‘LlezzHands’ project, which won first prize, said that “this honour is a recognition, above all, for the students. In technology degrees it is difficult to find a greater number of female students, so I am grateful for the commitment and effort of my students”.

At the end of the meeting, all the attendees were able to visit the new facilities of the Esprinet Group, where they were able to see each of the departments of the entity, as well as the different work spaces that the employees have.

Collaboration between FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group

The VET Knowledge Transfer Awards are the result of the collaboration between FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group signed in 2021 to make female talent visible in those professional families of VET where the presence of women is testimonial.

After the success of the first edition in 2022 with 300 participants, both entities have renewed the collaboration agreement to launch the second edition of the competition, which has attracted more than 450 participants and a total of 78 initiatives.

FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group launch the II Edition of the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards
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FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group launch the II Edition of the VET Knowledge Transfer Awards

The Association of Vocational Training Centres FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group are launching the 2nd edition of the Knowledge Transfer Awards in the field of VET with the aim of making female talent visible in those vocational training professional families where the presence of women is testimonial.

This call is aimed at any public, subsidised or private educational centre that is associated with FPEmpresa.

After the success of its first edition in 2022 with 300 participants, FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group have decided to renew the collaboration agreement this February and thus launch the second edition to promote female talent in vocational training cycles where there is a low representation of women.

Likewise, among the objectives of this call is the desire to develop key skills and abilities among VET students in order to train competitive professionals, as well as the learning of technical skills.

As in the first edition, this initiative is committed to the 2030 Agenda which, through the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, aims to move towards societies with inclusive economic growth, greater cohesion and social justice, in peace and with a sustainable environmental horizon.

In this way, the participants in this call propose to devise a technological solution that contributes to achieving at least one of the SDGs and also promotes gender equality, which corresponds to SDG 5.

Finally, the three winners of the challenge will be awarded a prize of 5,500, 4,000 and 2,500 euros, respectively. Full details of the challenge will be announced on 8 March in an online session. The winning teams will be announced on 25 May 2023.

FPEmpresa

Since its constitution in 2012, FPEmpresa is a non-profit association that brings together public, private and subsidised Vocational Training Centres from all over Spain. In the same line, it contributes to create a network of centres able to share experiences, projects that want to develop and enhance the Vocational Training System of this country.

FPEmpresa aims to give prominence to Vocational Training in the education system and to strengthen relations between the centres and their environment. The commitment between Vocational Training Centres and companies makes it possible to improve the educational offer for vocational training students and the pathways to integration into the labour market.

In 2019, the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training awarded the Plaque of Honour of the Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise to the Association for promoting VET through collaboration between centres, the exchange of experiences and good practices.

Esprinet

Esprinet is an enabler of the technological ecosystem that, with a strong commitment to environmental and social sustainability, promotes technological democracy. With a comprehensive offering of consulting services, IT security, services and products for sale or rental through an extensive network of professional resellers, Esprinet is the leading Group in Southern Europe (Italy, Spain and Portugal), the fourth largest in Europe and among the top ten worldwide. With more than 1800 employees and ¤4.7 billion in sales in 2022, Esprinet (PRT:IM – ISIN IT0003850929) is listed on the Italian Stock Exchange.

FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group renew agreement to reward the best proposals for knowledge transfer in VET
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FPEmpresa and Esprinet Group renew agreement to reward the best proposals for knowledge transfer in VET

The Association of Vocational Training Centres FPEmpresa, which currently represents more than 500 VET centres in Spain, and the Esprinet Group have renewed for the second consecutive year their collaboration agreement to carry out necessary actions in the field of VET.

This agreement was made for the first time in February 2022 and this year it returns with the aim of rewarding the best proposals for knowledge transfer in VET. In addition, among its objectives is the desire to promote female talent in training cycles where they have little visibility.

The president of FPEmpresa, Luis García Domínguez, states that “for the Association, renewing this collaboration agreement means maintaining our commitment that means that vocational training centres are allied with companies in our productive sectors. Likewise, this initiative allows us to continue our commitment to talent in all areas of VET expressed by women”.

Since FPEmpresa was created in 2012, it has been working to promote and foster vocational training through the exchange of experiences and good practices. In this way, the Association aims to become one of the agents that strengthen the VET system in the country.

“With the renewal of this agreement we reaffirm our commitment to promote key skills and abilities to train the professionals of the future. In particular, by giving visibility to female talent in those professional families of VET where its presence is testimonial”, says Javier Bilbao-Goyoaga, president of V-Valley Advanced Solutions (Spain & Portugal).

Following the renewal of this collaboration agreement, FPEmpresa and the Esprinet Group are launching entries for the 2nd edition of the Knowledge Transfer Awards in the field of VET. This call for entries is aimed at any public, subsidised or private educational centre associated with FPEmpresa. The registration period will be open from 13 February until 24 February and can be registered through this link.

FPEmpresa

FPEmpresa is a non-profit association that brings together public, private and subsidised Vocational Training Centres from all over Spain. In the same line, it contributes to create a network of centres able to share experiences, projects that want to develop and promote the Vocational Training System of this country.

FPEmpresa aims to give prominence to Vocational Training in the education system and to strengthen relations between the centres and their environment. The commitment between Vocational Training Centres and companies makes it possible to improve the educational offer for vocational training students and the pathways to integration into the labour market.

In 2019, the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training awarded the Plaque of Honour of the Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise to the Association for promoting VET through collaboration between centres, the exchange of experiences and good practices.

Esprinet

Esprinet is an enabler of the technological ecosystem that, with a strong vocation for environmental and social sustainability, promotes technological democracy. With a

comprehensive offering of consulting services, IT security, services and products for sale or rental through an extensive network of professional resellers, Esprinet is the leading Group in Southern Europe (Italy, Spain and Portugal), the fourth largest in Europe and among the top ten worldwide.