From March 16–25, 2025, thirty educators, VET professionals, and youth workers gathered in Vilnius, Lithuania for a dynamic 10-day study visit hosted by VILNIUS TECH and its Creativity and Innovation Centre “LinkMenų fabrikas.”

Organized as part of the DRUPWB project, the visit aimed to strengthen innovation, inclusion, and sustainability in vocational education and training (VET) across Europe.

The programme combined expert-led presentations, site visits to top innovation hubs like the Sunrise Valley Science & Technology Park and Manufacturing Innovation Valley, as well as interactive workshops and peer-learning sessions. Participants explored themes such as circular economy, digital transformation in VET, inclusive education, and strategies for engaging NEET youth.

Highly engaging and well-organized, the study visit received overwhelmingly positive feedback. Participants particularly valued the practical sessions, group work on future of work and self-employment, and the opportunities for networking and international cooperation. Many left inspired to implement new ideas in their own institutions and pursue further collaboration.

The visit concluded with group presentations, certificate distribution, and a guided cultural tour of Vilnius Old Town. It not only deepened participants’ professional knowledge but also sparked new partnerships and opened doors for future initiatives in digital and sustainable VET.