Skilled to Serve: How Food-Related Tech-Voc Courses Empower Communities

Christine Sisnorio

doi:10.62596/eir.268fyr96

Authors

Christine B. Sisnorio College of Teacher Education/Graduate School, Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University, Zamboanga City, 7000, Philippines Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62596/eir.268fyr96

Keywords:

tech-voc education, community empowerment, food entrepreneurship

Abstract

Food-related technical-vocational (tech-voc) education equips individuals with culinary, food safety, and hospitality skills, offering a practical route to employment and entrepreneurship. These programs empower underserved populations, stimulate local economies, and improve community nutrition and health. By promoting self-sufficiency, food literacy, and inclusive workforce participation, tech-voc courses serve as a vital tool for community transformation and poverty reduction.

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