Our Mission, Our Vision, Our Direction
Labour College of East Africa is committed to providing relevant, accessible and practical education that responds to the needs of workers, learners and communities. Our mission and vision provide the foundation for our teaching, learning, leadership and engagement with society.
Our Mission
To provide accessible, relevant and practical education and skills development that empowers workers, learners and communities to enhance their professional capacity and contribute to sustainable social and economic transformation.
Our Vision
To be a leading institution in mentoring and empowering workers and communities through quality education, practical skills, knowledge, innovation and lifelong learning for economic transformation.
Education With a Purpose. Skills for Transformation.
We believe education should do more than provide knowledge. It should create opportunity, develop practical skills, strengthen leadership and contribute to the transformation of workers, families and communities.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide our education, leadership, institutional service and engagement with workers and communities.
Excellence
Pursuing high standards in education, training, professional development and institutional service.
Integrity
Promoting honesty, accountability, responsibility and ethical conduct in all our activities.
Worker Empowerment
Supporting workers with knowledge, skills and opportunities for professional growth.
Innovation
Encouraging creativity, technology and practical approaches to learning and development.
Community Service
Contributing knowledge and skills to the development and wellbeing of communities.
Lifelong Learning
Encouraging continuous academic, personal and professional development.
Inclusiveness
Promoting learning opportunities that respect and support people from different backgrounds.
Transformation
Using education and skills development as tools for positive social and economic change.
Turning Our Mission Into Action
Our direction is translated into practical areas that support workers, learners and communities.
Quality Education
Providing relevant academic and professional learning opportunities for workers and learners.
Practical Skills
Connecting classroom learning with practical workplace knowledge and skills.
Worker Development
Supporting workers through education, professional development, leadership and lifelong learning.
Community Transformation
Using education, skills and knowledge to contribute to positive community and economic transformation.
Research & Knowledge
Encouraging research and knowledge development to address workplace and community challenges.
Innovation & Technology
Embracing technology and innovation to strengthen teaching, learning and institutional development.
Mentoring Workers For Economic Transformation
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