Organisations

Spark develops education and entrepreneurship so that young and ambitious people are empowered to lead their post-conflict society into prosperity. Spark builds the capacity of local economic and educational institutions so they can empower their own populations. The organisation actively mobilises support for this within the Dutch society, especially with economic and educational institutions.

Post-conflict regions are characterised by high unemployment. One of the main causes is the discrepancy between education offered and skills needed in the labour market. Spark supports educational institutions in adapting their curricula to the market needs and establishing good governance within the institutions themselves. In addition, SPARK facilitates start-up businesses through training, consultancy and micro-credit and it enhances cooperation between partners from the business, government and education sectors.

Website: www.spark-online.org
Email: spark@spark-online.org

INHolland University of Applied Sciences engages in professional education and research.  It is committed to maintaining close links with industry and therefore closely monitors changes in the global community.  This enables INHolland University of Applied Science to develop and deliver a wide range of Bachelor and an increasing number of Master degrees.  These primarily focus on developing professional competences which equip students for future employment. A total of 36,000 students, of which 2,000 are international, study at INHolland University of Applied Science. The University employs approximately 3,000 employees.

Website: www.INHolland.nl