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£600,000 Fund Launched to Boost Apprenticeship Diversity in Northern Ireland

04/11/2024

The Department for the Economy (DfE) has announced the launch of the Apprenticeship Inclusion Challenge Fund, offering up to £100,000 per project to encourage greater apprenticeship participation from underrepresented groups across Northern Ireland. The £600,000 fund aims to boost the number of apprentices among women, people with disabilities, and individuals from disadvantaged areas, fostering a more inclusive workforce.