Delegation from Pomeranian University in Słupsk at the Forum on Vocational Excellence 2025 in Denmark
On 8-11 September 2025, a delegation from Pomeranian University in Słupsk, consisting of the Rector, professor Zbigniew Osadowski, and the Vice-Rector for Development and Cooperation, professor Marek Łukasik, participated in the Forum on Vocational Excellence 2025 held in Kolding, Denmark. The event gathered nearly 400 participants from around the world and focused on Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) and strategies to address skills gaps in the labor market.
The Vice-Rector for Development and Cooperation, professor Marek Łukasik, co-led a workshop on national CoVE initiatives, sharing Poland’s experience with Sectoral Skills Centres. The Polish model, already comprising over 120 centers, was highlighted as a successful example of bridging skills gaps, alongside presentations from experts from the Netherlands, Denmark, and Australia.
As part of the Forum, the delegation visited Green Academy in Aarhus and Mercantec in Viborg, key partners in an upcoming international CoVE project. In this initiative, Danish partners will act as coordinators, and Pomeranian University in Słupsk will lead the Polish component.
The event provided valuable opportunities to strengthen international cooperation, establish new Erasmus+ partnerships, and discuss future projects, including a planned CoVE in agri-machinery. The presence of our University’s representatives in Kolding highlights its growing role in the international vocational education landscape and its strategic importance for the Central Pomerania region.