There are only a few weeks left until the big adventure, WorldSkillsAbuDhabi2017, and the WorldSkills Palestine team is busy with the final preparations.

The core team, the three participants Ibraheem Qawasme for graphic design, Noor Awawdeh for pastry and Ameen Baker for painting and of course the team leader Naser Ghanim, recently went on a successful team building day. 

In the open nature, after a hike through olive groves, the team discussed various topics. Health safety and environment (HSE) protection, rules and regulations, code of ethics were on the agenda. But also the reflections on the motivation, the necessary personal qualities and attitudes were brought up. Team games and the chance to share own perspective shaped the team further.

On the other hand, there were a few worries with the preparation of Noor. Unfortunately, the interaction between the expert and the participant was not as expected. Therefore the necessary level for a successful participation in Abu Dhabi could not be reached. WorldSkills Palestine, the official delegate, the technical delegate and the team leader, explained the situation to the expert. He was offered another chance but unfortunately, the expert refused and announced his departure from the team.  

WorldSkills Palestine regrets this development and decided to take Noor not as a contestant but as an observer to Abu Dhabi. It will give him the unique opportunity to watch the world’s best young confectioners live at work. As a result, Noor can learn a whole for his personal working career and take a lot of inspiration with him for his future contribution to WorldSkills Palestine. 

Last but not least: the stakeholders have invited the WorldSkills Palestine team for Abu Dhabi to a farewell party and everyone is invited. So don't forget to write down the date: 20th of September 12:00 at Khalil Sakakini Cultural Centre Ramallah. More detailed information will follow soon at facebook.com/palestineskills