DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, has announced its $5 million commitment over four years to support growing skills for tradespeople in the United Kingdom, France, Poland and The Czech Republic. In addition, DEWALT will collaborate with WorldSkills to distribute over $1 million in tools utilised during the WorldSkills Competition to technical and vocational schools across France.
The 2024 WorldSkills Competition, the world's biggest international skills competition, unites more than 1,400 competitors representing 69 countries and regions to showcase and exchange vocational expertise. Held biennially by WorldSkills International, this event is the pinnacle of vocational skill competitions.
"At DEWALT, we recognise that the skilled labour shortage has reached critical levels posing significant challenges for local economies throughout Europe," said Chris Nelson, Chief Operating Officer at Stanley Black & Decker. "To address this pressing need, we are equipping the next generation of tradespeople with the tools and resources they need to launch fulfilling careers in the trades."
The 47th edition of WorldSkills is taking place in Lyon, France, from September 10-15, and aims to inspire and support young people in their pursuit of careers in the trades, through skill development and by transforming views on vocational education and training.
