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Berufswettbewerb, wichtiger denn je (Vocational competition, more important than ever) Press article or communication issued by Daniel Sommer, highlighting the results and national recognition of the Swiss team at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977. It quotes a congratulatory telegram from Federal Councillor Brugger, lists the Swiss medal winners by skill, and describes the warm reception by Regierungsrat Dr. H. P. Künzi of Zürich. -
A work olympiad (German translation of a French article by Raymond Le Poitevin), Munich 1973 German translation of a French article reflecting on the International Vocational Training Competition held in Munich, 1–15 August 1973. It compares the event to the Olympic Games, notes that the competition is held annually for youth up to 21, comments on delegations’ unified attire, and describes the venue layout. -
Report on the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977 Report reflecting on the purpose and value of the International Vocational Training Competition as a comparative assessment of vocational education systems. It questions the validity of results when participants are specially trained and comments on differences observed among countries. It also proposes improvements for national eliminations in Switzerland, particularly for skills 18 and 19, through stronger engagement of cantonal authorities, vocational schools, and associations, and by holding a single national elimination round -
Letter from the Swiss Secretariat for International Vocational Competitions to the cantonal offices for vocational education (German-speaking Switzerland), 21/09/1976 Guidance for organizing the 1977 national and international competitions, including registration, Expert selection, and coordination across Swiss regions. -
Letter from Daniel Sommer to the daily and trade press, 15/08/1977 Letter from Daniel Sommer to the daily and trade press, 15/08/1977 Subject: Accompanying note for a press release presenting reflections on experiences from the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht, highlighting Switzerland’s successful results and thanking the media for their interest. -
Letter from Daniel Sommer to Gianfranco Camponovo, 15/08/1977 Letter from Daniel Sommer to Gianfranco Camponovo, 15/08/1977 Subject: Thanks for his report; agrees Switzerland need not adapt its education system to IBW nor copy others’ training methods; emphasizes careful selection and support of candidates; expects the Swiss Committee to consider these suggestions and plans to brief at the Ste-Croix experts’ meeting. -
Letter from D. Sommer to Willi Schärer, 09/08/1977 Letter from D. Sommer to Willi Schärer, 09/08/1977 Subject: Appreciation for the detailed report on impressions from the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977; intention to use it for briefing the Committee; expresses optimism about strengthening IBW’s position in Switzerland and thanks for cooperation and support in Utrecht. -
Letter from D. Sommer to Dr. H. Chresta, 08/08/1977 Letter from D. Sommer to Dr. H. Chresta, 08/08/1977 Subject: Thanks for support to the Swiss team at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Utrecht 1977; appreciation for greetings by Regierungsrat Künzi and presence of Mr Jaggi; notes the aperitif costs were paid and requests a modest contribution due to IBW’s financial constraints. -
Letter from D. Sommer to A. Padrutt, 03/08/1977 Letter from D. Sommer to A. Padrutt, 03/08/1977 Subject: Thanks for the recommendation of suits for the Swiss participants at the 23rd International Vocational Training Competition in Utrecht; positive feedback on the suits’ performance, though issues were found with the red shirts, trouser color differences, and button quality. -
Competitor identity number, 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983 Fabric bib with printed text of a large black number “3.” Worn by Competitor Thomas Long representing Ireland in the skill Toolmaking. -
7th International Vocational Training Competition, Brussels 1958, folder 7th International Vocational Training Competition, Brussels 1958, folder -
Pennant of the Chinese Taipei delegation, 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983 Pennant of the Chinese Taipei delegation, 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983 -
A dress medal and pin given to Jack Barry of Ireland by the Spanish Delegation A dress medal and pin given to Jack Barry of Ireland by the Spanish Delegation -
7th International Vocational Training Competition, Brussels 1958. Pin 7th International Vocational Training Competition, Brussels 1958. Pin -
Glass paperweight, 25th International Youth Skill Olympics, Birmingham 1989 Circular clear glass paperweight engraved with the logo of the International Youth Skill Olympics and the text “Competitor – Birmingham UK – Awards sponsored by MEB – 1989.” -
Pennant from Oficinas Gerais de Material Aeronáutico, Portugal Blue fabric pennant with printed golden emblem and text commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Oficinas Gerais de Material Aeronáutico (OGMA), Alverca do Ribatejo, Portugal, 1918–1968. Presented as a gift by the Portuguese Competitor during the 20th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1971. -
11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962. Pennant 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962. Pennant -
13th International Vocational Training Competition, Lisbon 1964. Pennant 13th International Vocational Training Competition, Lisbon 1964. Pennant -
Folder with notebook, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962 Folder with notebook, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962 -
Third place medal, 24th International Vocational Training Competition, Cork 1979 The organizing committee for the 25th IVTO Competition (Silver Anniversary) decided to mark the unique occasion by minting all medals (First, Second, and Third Place) in a single material: sterling silver. The obverse of the medal features a traditional Irish Tara Brooch together with the Globe & Cogwheel icon. On the reverse, several lines of engraved text appear, centred: “1979 ÉIRE Third Place Industrial Wiring R. C. O’BRIEN” Around the upper edge, following the curve of the medal, there is an inscription in Irish: “An 25ú Comórtas Printíseach Idirnáisiúnta” (“25th International Apprenticeship Competition”) Along the lower edge, also following the curve, it reads: “MADRID I–CORCAIGH XXV” Below the central text, there is the IVTO symbol -
23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Munich 1973. Promotional paperweight 23rd International Vocational Training Competition, Munich 1973. Promotional paperweight -
Pennant of the Korea Committee, I.V.T.C., 1979 Pennant of the Korea Committee, I.V.T.C., 1979 -
24th International Youth Skill Olympics, Busan 1978. Pennant 24th International Youth Skill Olympics, Busan 1978. Pennant -
Textile souvenir, National Vocations Exhibition, Netherlands Textile souvenir, National Vocations Exhibition, Netherlands