To promote and encourage the exchange of experiences in the field of Local Development Agencies.
Puerto Lumbreras has welcomed this morning the first working meeting of the European project with members of the 'Association Planets', formed by members of the Belgian association of training and employment 'Le Forem' and the German 'Grumel'.
The City Council of Puerto Lumbreras, through the Local Development Centre, participates in the European Lifelong Learning Programme Leonardo Da Vinci created by the European Union to promote a common space in education and training.
The town participates in this project through PLANETS Association, formed by members of the three participating countries to promote the exchange of information and experiences related to Development Managers and Technicians Local Job Placement in Europe.
Specifically, the municipality welcomes all week days of work at the Centre for Local Development, with members involved in the project from other European countries such as the Belgian association of training and employment 'Le Forem' and the German 'Grumel' .
According to the Councillor for Employment and Social Policy, M ª Angeles Tunisia, "the Leonardo Da Vinci European Programme aims to foster interchange, cooperation and mobility between education and training systems within the European Community.
Through the 'Association Planets', we work in this European project we are studying the initiatives, projects and working methods of local development agencies of different countries. "
This morning he made the first of the working days in Puerto Lumbreras, and Thursday and Friday will be completed sessions that are addressing various aspects such as training activities offered through the Local Development Centre of Puerto Lumbreras, the connection between businesses and training programs, work practices of students and their social needs.
In this sense, the Councillor for Social Policy and Employment, M ª Angeles Tunisia, added that "the project aims to improve local training systems through contact with other countries.
Through this direct contact, the local Development Centre of the municipality will be adapted to current needs through the implementation of innovative and new practices. "
In addition, the project is to guide and prepare people with problems in finding work through study visits, seminars and building e-learning platform.
The overall objective of the Lifelong Learning Programme is to contribute to the development of the knowledge society through education and quality training.
In conclusion, the Councillor for Social Policy and Employment, M ª Angeles Tunisia, explained that "the CDL has become the hub through which the council promotes job placement and training of citizens.
With this European experience, the Centre for Local Development of Puerto Lumbreras and more professional specializing continues to offer optimum service to the citizens. "
Source: Ayuntamiento de Puerto Lumbreras