Don Bosco Tech ASEAN 2nd Bi-Annual Meeting 2023

The first day of 2nd Bi-Annual Meeting 2023 was held on September 12, 2023. The meeting was attended by project coordinators from the Don Bosco TVET institutions in Cambodia, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Timor-Leste, and Myanmar. It was also joined by Mr. Lukas Lambert, Project Manager of Public Cooperation Partners of Don Bosco Mondo. The meeting began with a welcome address from Mr. Mark Carlos Tito Gumapon, Managing Director of Don Bosco Tech ASEAN, who emphasized the importance of collaboration and networking among Don Bosco TVET institutions in the ASEAN region.

The project coordinators then shared best practices from their respective countries. They discussed their successes and challenges in providing quality TVET education to young people in the ASEAN region.One of the challenges that was discussed was the lack of adequate infrastructure and resources in some countries. The participants also discussed the political instability in some countries, which can make it difficult to implement TVET programs.

Despite the challenges of inadequate infrastructure and resources, as well as political instability, the participants at the 2nd Bi-Annual Meeting of Don Bosco Tech ASEAN were positive about the future of TVET in the region. They agreed to continue to collaborate and share resources in order to provide young people with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce.

On the second day of the Don Bosco Tech ASEAN Bi-Annual Meeting, Mr. Lukas Lambert, Project Manager of Public Cooperation Partners of Don Bosco Mondo, discussed new ideas and project approaches for the 3rd phase of the program. He emphasized the importance of maintaining structures and conceptualizing the new phase based on the lessons learned from the previous phases.

Mr. Lambert also highlighted the importance of building networks with government, NGOs, and the private sector. He believes that collaboration is essential for the success of the program and for achieving more meaningful outcomes.

• Conceptualizing the new phase: The 3rd phase of the program should be conceptualized based on the lessons learned from the previous phases. This will help to ensure that the program is more responsive to the needs of the community and that it is able to achieve its desired outcomes.
• Building networks: Building networks with government, NGOs, and the private sector is essential for the success of the program. These networks can provide support and resources, and they can help to promote the program to a wider audience.
• Preparing for the 3rd phase: The participants discussed the steps that need to be taken to prepare for the 3rd phase of the program. This included developing a strategic plan, identifying funding sources, and building partnerships.
• Sharing latest updates on the network: The participants shared updates on their respective Don Bosco TVET institutions in the ASEAN region. This included information on new programs, initiatives, and partnerships.

On the third day of the Don Bosco Tech ASEAN Bi-Annual Meeting, the participants went on a field trip to Don Bosco Technical College Phuoc Loc. The college is located in the Phuoc Loc District of Dong Nai Province, Vietnam. The participants were given a tour of the college’s facilities. The tour included visits to the workshops, classrooms, and laboratories. The participants were able to see the students at work and learn about the different programs that are offered by the college.

In the afternoon, the participants observed classes in different programs. They were able to see the teaching methods that are used and the learning environment that is created for the students.

The 2nd Bi-Annual Meeting of Don Bosco Tech ASEAN was a productive and informative event. The participants were able to share their experiences and learn from each other. The meeting also helped to strengthen the collaboration and networking among Don Bosco TVET institutions in the ASEAN region. We are excited to continue working with our partners in the ASEAN region to provide quality TVET education to young people. We believe that TVET is essential for the economic development of the region and for the empowerment of young people.

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