Capacity building project that strengthens VET in electric mobility in Malawi and Zambia
About the project
EcoCharge is an Erasmus+ capacity building project that strengthens vocational education and training (VET) in electric mobility in Malawi and Zambia. By connecting African and European institutions, the project equips young people—especially women—with the skills needed for today’s labor market.
The project focuses on small electric and hybrid vehicles such as bicycles, fostering sustainable transport, recycling of automotive spare parts, and promoting green transition. With seven partners from five countries, EcoCharge combines expertise from VET institutions, digital companies, and public bodies to build lasting impact.
About the project
About the project
Objectives
Enhance youth employability in the electric mobility sector.
Address the gender gap by supporting women’s access to training and entrepreneurship.
Develop training programs, toolkits, and e-learning platforms with VR technology.
Strengthen public–private partnerships in Malawi and Zambia.
Promote sustainable mobility solutions and environmental benefits.
Activities
Skill assessment and design of training curricula for electric mobility.
Entrepreneurship training with tailored materials, mentorship, and success stories.
Interactive e-learning platforms to provide engaging and accessible training.
Workshops, pilots, and train-the-trainer programs to test and refine content.
Networking and stakeholder engagement to support innovation and policy dialogue.
Communication and dissemination through a dedicated website, digital channels, and events.
Results
A competency assessment tool for trainers in electric mobility.
A complete training toolkit with resources, exercises, and best practices.
An entrepreneurship curriculum and training package adapted to local needs.
E-learning platforms with VR-based immersive learning modules.
A certification framework for trainers in the e-mobility sector.
Reports on pilots, training outcomes, and policy recommendations.
A final conference and digital platform to share knowledge and ensure lasting impact.
Partners
Our partners
Our partners
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(Project number 101183406)