Items

• Letter from Daniel Sommer to José Rubio Jiménez, 14/08/1996

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to José Rubio Jiménez, 14/08/1996 Subject: Thanks for his note of 22 July 1996; mentions Spain’s outstanding debts to the organization and recommends submitting a new admission request if Spain wishes to rejoin IVTO; expresses hope of celebrating the organization’s 50th anniversary together with the founding country.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to José Rubio Jimenez, 07/08/1995

  Subject: Thanks for his letter and copies received; expresses hope that Spain and the Spanish government will again take interest in the International Vocational Training Competitions and notes that the organisation’s doors remain open to the founding country.
• IVTO Bulletin No. 7, 30 June 1995

  Issue No. 7 of the IVTO Bulletin, the official publication of the International Organization for the Promotion of Vocational Training and the International Youth Skill Olympics. The bulletin includes articles on the preparation of the 33rd International Skill Olympics in Lyon 1995, commentary from the IVTO President, reports from member countries, and a summary of results of an IVTO questionnaire on finance and marketing prepared by Chris Smallbone (Skills SA Foundation). It also contains information on future competitions, international cooperation, marketing of skill competitions, and statistical data and analysis related to the financing and promotion of vocational training and skill competitions within IVTO member countries.
• EuroSkills Rotterdam 2008 floorplan

  Fold-out floorplan of the EuroSkills Rotterdam 2008 competition held at Ahoy Rotterdam, showing the layout of the competition halls, skill competition areas, demonstrations, entrances, and visitor facilities. The plan identifies the different skill competition zones grouped by sector, with numbered areas corresponding to individual skill competitions. The reverse side includes logos of event partners and sponsors.
• Spanish delegation report, 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991

  Bound report documenting the participation of the Spanish delegation in the 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991. The document describes the competition held at the RAI in Amsterdam from 20 June to 6 July 1991, with 434 young Competitors from 24 countries participating in 38 skill competitions. It lists the Spanish Competitors, their skills and final classifications, the Experts accompanying the team, and the Spanish delegation leadership. The report includes photographs of Competitors during the competition, a chart showing participating countries and skills, a map of the competition areas within the RAI complex, the official competition programme, and acknowledgements of supporting institutions and companies that contributed to Spain’s participation.
• Invitation to the Closing Ceremony, 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991

  Printed invitation to attend the Closing Ceremony of the 31st International Vocational Training Competition, held on 5 July 1991 in the Zuid Hall of the RAI complex, Amsterdam.
• 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991 - Results

  Printed results for the 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991, presenting average scores, medal distribution by country, and detailed final results by skill competition.
• Report by Antonio Romero reflecting on participation in a EuroSkills Rotterdam 2008

  Report titled “Memoria del concurso EuroSkills” by Antonio Romero, describing his personal experience participating as a Competitor in Cooking at the EuroSkills Rotterdam 2008 competition.
• EuroSkills Lisboa 2010 event leaflet with mini map, programme highlights, and event information

  Folded leaflet for EuroSkills Lisboa 2010, presenting a mini map of the event site at FIL (Feira Internacional de Lisboa). The leaflet also includes quick facts about the event (31 countries, 52 skills in competition, 500 Competitors, etc.), the event schedule from 8–12 December 2010, and lists of institutional partners, sponsors, and organizers.
• Press article: “Cuatro horas para montar un robot”, El País, 30/04/2007

  Newspaper article reporting on a national vocational skills competition in Spain used to select Competitors for international competition. The article explains that the event marks Spain’s return to international participation after approximately fifteen years without competing.
• Press article: “Preocupa el futuro de la Formación Profesional”, ABC, 08/11/1978

  Newspaper article discussing concerns about the future of vocational training in Spain and referring to the country’s participation in international vocational training competitions.
• Letter from Simeón Fernández de Pedro to the Editor, published in ABC, 08/10/1987

  Letter titled “Formación Profesional” discussing vocational training and Spain’s participation in international vocational training competitions
• Sólo cuatro españoles españoles en el concurso de Formación Profesional

  Spanish newspaper (ABC) article reporting on the opening of the 28th International Vocational Training Competition in Osaka, Japan. It mentions the presence of the Japanese Crown Prince Akihito and Princess Michiko, government officials, and representatives of the organization. The article highlights Spain’s role as founder of the competition and notes the small Spanish delegation participating in the event, including Competitors, officials, and Francisco Albert Vidal as President of the organization. (Photocopy)
• International Skills Festival for All, Japan 2007 – event information and site maps

  Informational publication for the International Skills Festival for All, Japan 2007, including general event information, competition schedules, host and co-organizer details, official sponsors and partners, site maps of the competition venues, transportation information, and a list of skills and exhibition areas. The publication covers the joint hosting of the WorldSkills Competition and the International Abilympics in Japan in 2007.
• Welcome messages from Japanese school students to the Spanish Competitors, One School One Country, 39th WorldSkills Competition, Shizuoka 2007

  Four handwritten pages containing welcome messages created by students from a Japanese school participating in the One School One Country programme. The messages were prepared for the Spanish Competitors during the WorldSkills Competition held in Shizuoka, Japan, in 2007, as part of a school visit and cultural exchange organized during the competition. The items are colour printed copies, not originals, sent by email to the donor
• Japan Skills Village – Informative leaflet

  Informational leaflet presenting the Japan Skills Village, including a site map and detailed descriptions of each exhibition area. It outlines thematic zones, demonstrations, exhibitions and experiences showcasing Japanese manufacturing and traditional skills, with references to participating organizations and activities.
• Telex from ETSC CH to IBW CH, 04/01/1985

  Telex from ETSC CH to IBW CH, 04/01/1985 Subject: Confirmation of receipt of a check for CHF 1,007.50 from Bermuda, accompanied by a complimentary card from the College Liaison Officer, Bermuda College, with both items stapled together on a single sheet
• Letter from J. Berends to C. Agrawal, 30/01/1985

  Letter from J. Berends to C. Agrawal, 30/01/1985 Subject: Reference to an introductory booklet on the International Vocational Training Competitions (not enclosed), including mentions of chapters on competition editions and Secretariat information
• Letter from George Henderson to René Gonthier, 24/01/1985

  Letter from George Henderson to René Gonthier, 24/01/1985 Subject: Bermuda’s preliminary intentions and budget assumptions regarding participation in the 28th International Apprentices Competition, Osaka 1985, pending local selection of Competitors.
• Letter from Swiss Metal Union to International Vocational Training Competitions Secretariat, 24/01/1985

  Letter from Swiss Metal Union to International Vocational Training Competitions Secretariat, 24/01/1985 Subject: Registration of Swiss Competitors for Agricultural Machinery Mechanic and Metal Construction for the 28th International Apprentices Competition, Osaka 1985
• Technical Committee overview of country participation for the Aarberg demonstration, January 1985

  Table prepared by the Technical Committee showing country-by-country indications of participation (“yes/no/conditional”) for the Aarberg demonstration in the skills Metal Construction and Agricultural Machinery Mechanic, including notes on candidate availability and feasibility for Osaka or Australia. Totals of participating countries are indicated at the bottom of the table.
• Letter from Liam Corcoran to René Gonthier, 11/01/1985

  Letter from Liam Corcoran to René Gonthier, 11/01/1985 Subject: Ireland unable to enter candidates in Agricultural Machinery Mechanic and Metal Construction as these skills are not part of the national competition structure
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Commission, Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and Honorary Members, 15/01/1985 (FR)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Commission, Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and Honorary Members, 15/01/1985 (FR) Subject: Invitation to meetings to be held in Amsterdam from 23 to 28 March 1985, including the programme of meetings; this item also includes only one of the enclosures mentioned in the letter: the reply coupon.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Commission, Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and Honorary Members, 15/01/1985 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Commission, Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and Honorary Members, 15/01/1985 (DE) Subject: Invitation to meetings to be held in Amsterdam from 23 to 28 March 1985, including the programme of meetings; this item also includes only one of the enclosures mentioned in the letter: the reply coupon.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Commission, Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and Honorary Members, 15/01/1985 (ES)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Commission, Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and Honorary Members, 15/01/1985 (ES) Subject: Invitation to meetings to be held in Amsterdam from 23 to 28 March 1985, including the programme of meetings; this item also includes only one of the enclosures mentioned in the letter: the reply coupon.