The Scholarship scheme for inclusive TVET (STEP) programme is funded by the European Union under the NDICI–Global Europe instrument and complements the EU-funded actions Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) for All in Jordan and Education for All. Together, these initiatives strengthen inclusive education and skills development pathways by facilitating access to secondary vocational education, providing complementary skills development opportunities, supporting the transition from school to employment or entrepreneurship, and supporting a scholarship mechanism for vulnerable Jordanian youth (55% women and up to 15% persons with disabilities) at secondary and post-secondary TVET levels. 

Through scholarships, generic and entrepreneurial skills development, career guidance, and exposure to work-based learning (WBL) opportunities, the programme contributes to more inclusive education systems, improved employment prospects, and reduced inequalities, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and national education and employment priorities. 

General objective: Enhanced employability of vulnerable Jordanian youth through the acquisition of labour market-relevant knowledge and skills and improved school-to-work transition. 

Specific objective: Vulnerable Jordanian youth access and complete secondary and post-secondary vocational education and training (VET) studies, and enhance their skills through additional development opportunities.