Swiss-Funded Program Offers Free Vocational Training to Displaced People in Odesa.

REMARKET Initiative Launches in Odesa

According to Novyny.live: Scheduled to start in summer 2026, a new professional development program for internally displaced persons (IDPs) will be rolled out across Odesa and the surrounding region. Organized by the charitable foundation 'Caritas Odesa UGCC' with financial backing from Switzerland, this three-year project—named REMARKET—aims to equip participants with in-demand skills tailored to the current labor market.

Eligible participants include internally displaced persons, individuals who have returned to their permanent residences, and local residents of host communities. Priority will be given to socially vulnerable groups. According to the organizers, REMARKET is currently accepting applications for its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) track.

“This is a chance to gain market-relevant competencies and boost your competitiveness,” the project’s authors stated.

Training Fields and Funding

The program offers a variety of training areas, including:

• Sewing and garment production
• Baking
• Beekeeping
• Food processing
• Light manufacturing
• Furniture production
• Agriculture
• Construction

Participants can choose from individual courses requiring a 25% co-payment or group courses run in partnership with vocational education institutions.

The program is funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, highlighting international support for social initiatives in Ukraine. The launch of REMARKET represents a significant step in assisting IDPs and fostering their integration into society through professional growth.

This initiative is part of broader efforts by Ukraine and its international partners to support people displaced by the conflict. Beyond teaching practical skills, the program aims to help participants rebuild active lives in new environments. In recent years, there has been growing emphasis on integrating displaced populations through educational programs, a crucial move toward restoring social stability in war-affected regions.