Integrating Immigrants into the Tourism and Hospitality Sector in the EU

General Obj.: Foster new digital tools and VET trainings to facilitate cultural diversity and inclusivity of immigrants to address market needs of the hospitality and tourism sector. Sobj1: Empowe...

General Obj.: Foster new digital tools and VET trainings to facilitate cultural diversity and inclusivity of immigrants to address market needs of the hospitality and tourism sector. Sobj1: Empower and reskill immigrants with vocational skills to thrive in the HORECO sector. Sobj2: Equip HORECO sector with necessary skills to create a diverse workforce by enhancing service quality and ensuring cultural transition. Sobj3:Raise awareness among decision-makers about the value of a diverse workforce

Activities per WP: WP2: Desk research, Engagement plan & agreements, focus groups with stakeholders and cultural activities WP3: Development of VET Training Curriculum, with theory, lesson plans and exercises, testing/assessment, and an interactive game WP4: Development of a Handbook and capacity building, an online platform and policy brief and advocacy strategy with an impact assessment

Results per WP: WP2: National & consolidated market report, focus groups, engagement plan, partnership agreements, cultural programs WP3: Training Curriculum (8 Modules, 5 language courses), pilot and assessment report and an interactive simulation game WP4: Handbook, capacity building, online platform, Policy brief, advocacy strategy, and assessment report