- Funding will support trades education in fields
including carpentry, concrete and plumbing
- DEWALT is also collaborating with WorldSkills, the world's
biggest international skills competition, taking place this week to
distribute over $1 million in tools
to technical and vocational schools across France
LYON, France, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DEWALT,
a Stanley Black & Decker brand and leader in total
jobsite solutions, today announced its $5
million commitment over four years to support growing skills
for tradespeople in the United
Kingdom, France,
Poland and The Czech Republic. In addition, DEWALT will
collaborate with WorldSkills to distribute over $1 million in tools utilized during the
WorldSkills Competition to technical and vocational schools across
France.
The 2024 WorldSkills Competition, the world's biggest
international skills competition, unites more than 1,400
competitors representing 69 countries and regions to showcase and
exchange vocational expertise. Held biennially by WorldSkills
International, this event is the pinnacle of vocational skill
competitions.
Chris Nelson, Chief Operating
Officer at Stanley Black & Decker, announced the $5 million commitment to Grow the Trades at the
2024 WorldSkills Competition during a panel discussion addressing
the vital role of technical and vocational education and training
in sustainable development across the globe.
"At DEWALT, we recognize that the skilled labor shortage has
reached critical levels posing significant challenges for local
economies throughout Europe," said
Nelson. "To address this pressing need, we are equipping the next
generation of tradespeople with the tools and resources they need
to launch fulfilling careers in the trades."
The 47th edition of WorldSkills is taking place in Lyon, France, 10 to 15
September 2024, aims to inspire and support young people in
their pursuit of careers in the trades, through skill development
and by transforming views on vocational education and training.
DEWALT, which has supported WorldSkills International for ten
years, is the Platinum Partner of WorldSkills Lyon 2024.
To learn more about DEWALT's dedication to closing the skilled
trades gap and the Company's Grow the Trades commitment, please
visit DEWALT Grow the Trades.
About DEWALT
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, celebrates 100 years in
business by continuing to provide our customers with total jobsite
and landscaping solutions. By applying its latest technology to the
challenges of today's skilled trades, DEWALT is leading the charge
for the jobsite of the future and pioneering the next generation of
tools, outdoor equipment and forward-looking technologies. DEWALT
products. GUARANTEED TOUGH®. For more information,
visit www.dewalt.com or follow DEWALT on Facebook,
Instagram, and LinkedIn.
About Stanley Black & Decker
Founded in 1843 and headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is
a worldwide leader in Tools and Outdoor, operating manufacturing
facilities globally. The Company's approximately 50,000 diverse and
high-performing employees produce innovative end-user inspired
power tools, hand tools, storage, digital jobsite solutions,
outdoor and lifestyle products, and engineered fasteners to support
the world's builders, tradespeople and DIYers. The Company's world
class portfolio of trusted brands includes DEWALT®,
CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®,
BLACK+DECKER®, and Cub Cadet®. To learn more
visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com or follow Stanley Black &
Decker
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