On 02 June 2026, the Srednja šola Jesenice organised an interactive stakeholder workshop titled “CARE-ABILITY: Strengthening Inclusive and Accessible Learning Pathways for Migrant Women in the Care Sector in Slovenia ” at Jesenice, Slovenia

The event was part of a broader stakeholder engagement process aimed at presenting the project to key actors in Slovenia, gathering feedback, strengthening institutional cooperation, and supporting the future implementation and sustainability of project results.

The workshop introduced the wider policy and social context of the project, with particular emphasis on demographic developments, increasing care needs, and the growing demand for qualified staff in the long-term care sector. Within this context, CARE-ABILITY was presented as an initiative focused on developing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable vocational education and training pathways that strengthen employability, promote social inclusion, and respond to labour market needs in the care sector.

Special attention was given to the project’s main planned outputs. Participants were also introduced to the core thematic areas of the training programme, highlighting its practical relevance and adaptability to different learner profiles and care-related contexts.

The workshop brought together important stakeholders from the fields of education, employment, social inclusion, and care. Among the participants were high-level institutional representatives, including the Director of the Jesenice Adult Education Centre, the Director of the Kranj Regional Office of the Employment Service of Slovenia, the Assistant Director of the Centre for Social Work Gorenjska – Jesenice Unit and the principals of five secondary schools from the Gorenjska region. Their participation confirmed strong institutional interest and enabled a constructive exchange of perspectives on the project’s relevance and implementation potential.

Discussions confirmed that the project is timely and highly relevant in the Slovenian context. While migrant women remain a key target group, participants highlighted that the proposed training approach could also benefit other groups in the care sector, such as personal assistants, family carers, and assistants working with children with special needs. This feedback is important for ensuring that future implementation remains responsive to local needs while preserving the project’s inclusive focus.

Participants (21 participants) also discussed potential challenges, including motivating participation in training programmes where immediate employment opportunities may not be evident, and ensuring that learning pathways remain flexible and accessible. Particular attention was given to participation incentives, mobility, and language-related barriers.

Overall, the workshop provided valuable feedback on the relevance, applicability, and transfer potential of the CARE-ABILITY project in Slovenia. It also served as an important platform for networking, exchange of experience, and reflection on how the project’s results can be effectively adapted to the local context. The event confirmed institutional interest and underlined the importance of context-sensitive implementation as a foundation for future piloting, dissemination, and long-term sustainability of project results