The Waste and Recycling Practices for Dual Transition in Vocational Education (WARP) project is an initiative designed to enhance vocational education within the Western Balkans. It focuses on empowering VET trainers with essential digital and green competencies to manage plastic waste sustainably and innovate in recycling practices. The project is driven by a consortium comprising 9 partners from 4 countries: Albania, Kosovo, Greece, and Spain.

The WARP project envisions a systematic, holistic, and innovative advancement in the Vocational Education and Training landscape of the target countries, impacting society at large. Its goal is to cultivate awareness and innovation in Sustainable Waste and Recycling Management practices and methodologies by improving the capacity of VET providers. This involves educating trainers and relevant societal, governmental, and professional stakeholders on implementing effective solutions to the urgent environmental challenge of plastic pollution.

📚 1. Capacity Building Bundle

• Modular curricula for autonomous, flexible learning
• Self-paced courses via a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
• Open Educational Resources (OERs)

🧑‍🏫 2. Mentoring & Case Studies

• Foster individual growth through real-world challenges
• Encourage reflective learning and practical application

🌐 3. Twinning & Mobility

• Cultivates hands-on skills aligned with market and environmental needs
• Project-based learning to apply knowledge in practical contexts

🛠️ 4. Training of Trainers (ToT)

• Project-based learning to apply knowledge in practical contexts
• Cultivates hands-on skills aligned with market and environmental needs

🌱 5. Community & Industry Engagement

Central to WARP is the Community of Practice (CoP)—a growing network of VET professionals dedicated to:

• Ongoing learning and collaboration
• Sharing innovative approaches
• Maintaining alignment with industry and labour market standards