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• Programme change notice, 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Multilingual notice dated Thursday, 18 September 1975, announcing a change in the official programme of the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition. The planned performance at the Teatro Español was cancelled and replaced by a visit to the Parque de Atracciones. It specifies departure points (Hotel Mindanao and San Juan Evangelista Residential College) and return to accommodations. The notice also confirms that dinner would be served at 20:00 at both the Hotel and the Residential College.
• Special competition notice, 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Multilingual notice issued during the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975. It informs participants and visitors that a Post Office with a special competition postmark was established near the Bank and Bazar (Sector 5), indicates revised service hours (10:00–13:30 and 14:00–19:00), and states that visits to participants in their residence are strictly prohibited after 22:30 during competition days.
• Programme of the Grand Festival, 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Programme of the Grand Festival held on Sunday, 21 September 1975 at the Theatre of the “San Juan Evangelista” Residential College, during the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition in Madrid. It includes performances by participants from each competing country, the election of “Miss Competition,” and final celebrations.
• Blank letterhead for the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Corporate stationery page prepared for official communications of the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975. It consists of a blank sheet with the printed event header.
• Title: Newsletter Skill Olympics ’88, Vol. 2, No. 10, February 1988 – 29th International Vocational Training Competition, Sydney 1988

  Issue of the official newsletter Skill Olympics ’88 published during the 29th International Vocational Training Competition in Sydney, February 1988. It contains competitor impressions and quotes, a feature on Jack Dusseldorp and Bryan Jones about bringing the event to Australia, and a list of competition skills
• Newsletter Skill Olympics ’88, Vol. 2, No. 9, February 1988 – 29th International Vocational Training Competition, Sydney 1988

  Issue of the official newsletter Skill Olympics ’88, published in February 1988 during the 29th International Vocational Training Competition in Sydney. It features coverage of the event’s official opening by the Prime Minister of Australia and includes news and updates under the heading “The good times.” Printed by the School of Graphic Arts, Sydney Technical College.
• Newsletter Skill Olympics ’88, Vol. 2, No. 8, February 1988 – 29th International Vocational Training Competition, Sydney 1988

  Issue of the official newsletter Skill Olympics ’88 announcing the start of the 29th International Vocational Training Competition in Sydney, February 1988. It includes articles on the readiness of the new Darling Harbour Exhibition Centre, the arrival of competitors and experts, and welcome messages from John Ducker (Work Skill Australia Foundation) and Gordon Scott (Organizing Committee). It provides details of the Opening Ceremony program (with cultural performances, speeches by John Ducker, Francisco Albert Vidal, and NSW Premier Barrie Unsworth, as well as entertainment by Australian artists), the Closing Ceremony and Medal Presentation (24 February 1988), lists of sponsors, and a floor plan of the exhibition. The document also contains a full list of competition and demonstration skills.
• Programme of the International Congress “Quality of Vocational Training and Education”, 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991

  Programme of the international congress Quality of Vocational Training and Education, organized in relation to the 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam, 25–27 June 1991. It details the schedule of plenary sessions, speeches, panel discussions, excursions, and workshops.
• Hotel reservation information and booking form for the 31st International Youth Skill Olympics, Amsterdam 1991

  Document issued by RAI Hotel Service offering hotel accommodation at reduced rates for participants in the 31st International Youth Skill Olympics, Amsterdam, June 1991. It includes conditions for reservation, payment and cancellation, and a booking form listing hotels (Hotel Estherea, Altea Hotel, Hotel Cordial, Owl Hotel) with prices. Contact details for RAI Hotel Service are provided.
• Introductory letter and registration forms for the International Congress “Quality of Vocational Training and Education”, Amsterdam 1991

  Circular letter and accompanying registration forms for the international congress Quality of Vocational Training and Education, organized in relation to the 31st International Youth Skill Olympics, Amsterdam 1991. The introductory letter (issued by Stichting Internationale Beroepenwedstrijden 1991 under the patronage of H.R.H. Prince Claus of the Netherlands) explains registration procedures, participation conditions for non-delegation members, and automatic inclusion of delegation members and experts. The forms cover participant details, payment, excursions, and workshop selection.
• Title: Certificate for the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977

  Blank certificate issued by the International Jury to attest participation in the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977. It includes fields for the competitor’s name, nationality, skill, and number of participants from other listed countries. To be signed by the Secretary General and the President of the Jury, dated 11 July 1977.
• Title: Program of the commemorative presentation of Korean folk dance, Busan 1978

  Official program of the cultural event held on 6 September 1978 during the 24th International Youth Skill Olympics in Busan. It includes a welcome message from Suk-won Choi, Mayor of Busan, and the complete program of traditional Korean folk dances performed in two parts, with explanatory notes
• Brochure for the 31st International Vocational Training Competition, Amsterdam 1991

  Promotional brochure introducing the International Vocational Training Competition to be held at the RAI, Amsterdam, from 29 June to 2 July 1991. It highlights the importance of vocational training for young people, includes a message from Prince Claus as patron of the event, statements of support from government and industry, details of skills in competition and demonstration, the “First Lady Award” for women in non-traditional skills, and information on national and regional training organizations. It also contains practical details such as venue access, schedule, and sponsors.
• Skill Olympics News, No. 3, September 1989

  Newsletter published during the 30th International Youth Skill Olympics, Birmingham 1989. It reports on the competition events, the opening ceremony with Prince Edward and President Albert, sponsor contributions, public attendance, and includes the complete list of skill competitions.
• Participants’ survey report of the 32nd International Vocational Training Competition, Taipei 1993 (photocopy)

  Report designed and analysed by the Work Skill Australia Foundation, documenting the results of a survey conducted among Competitors, Experts, and Officials at the 32nd Competition. Based on 511 completed surveys, it examines perceived benefits of participation (personal, skill category, national), suggestions for improvements, relevance of tested skills, coverage of skill categories, expected changes by the year 2000, and overall effectiveness of the Competition in motivating and training young people. Includes statistical tables, breakdown by country and skill groupings, and qualitative responses
• Folded plan for the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Large folded map inserted in the technical documentation, showing the overall layout of Eurexpo for the competition
• Technical and workshop documentation for the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Contains full list of official and demonstration skills, indicative programme, layout of Eurexpo workshops, allocation of spaces, and detailed equipment and material requirements per skill, with names of Experts in charge
• Official partners for the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Promotional material highlighting official partners
• List of trades and exhibitors at the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Including competition trades, demonstration trades, French demonstration trades, and alphabetical list of exhibitors and partners. Contains detailed pavilion composition, suppliers, service companies, and official licensees
• French press publication on the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Issue No. 2, October 1995, published by Comité Français des Olympiades des Métiers. Includes introduction by Alain Gaudré, details of national and regional selections, presentation of the French team, interview with Technical Delegate Mr. Borjon, and list of partners
• Appendices to the press materials of the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Containing a brief history of the competition, list of official and demonstration skills, list of participating countries, official partners and suppliers, organizational chart of the Rhône-Alpes Association, and detailed general program, including Opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Press release for the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon 1995

  Announcing the competition held in Lyon, 5–18 October 1995, with over 500 Competitors from 33 countries and 42 skills. Highlights tasks, Expert supervision, and introduction of new countries and skills
• Cover and index of materials in the press folder for the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon1995

  Cover and index of materials in the press folder for the 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon1995
• 33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon1995, press folder

  33rd International Vocational Training Competition, Lyon1995, press folder
• WorldSkills visual communication card

  Double-sided communication aid designed to facilitate interaction in the multilingual environment of the WorldSkills Competition. One side (red) is used to signal problems or urgent needs, while the other side (green) indicates general or positive communication. The card features visual icons for common requests and messages, allowing users to communicate quickly and effectively without relying on a shared language.