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Diamars, 24 October 2023 AWEMainta LOCAL NEWS 27

The Opening of EPE Scheduled for November

MINISTER of Labor Glenbert Croes, responsible for
Education for Employment (EPE), announced that the official

opening of EPE will take place in the upcoming November.
The facility has undergone a complete renovation, including
the provision of new computers and the creation of a brand
new logo representing the revamped EPE. Minister Croes

expressed his deep gratitude for the significant support that
EPE has received from stakeholders, especially AHATA. In
his role as the minister in charge, he aligned himself with
EPE in thanking AHATA for making various materials avail-

able for bartender courses.

Given Aruba’s economic development and significant growth
in tourism, it is crucial that local citizens have the oppor-

tunity to effectively prepare themselves for the job market.
The minister stated, “I am pleased that we are laying the shorten the distance to our job market. With many ongoing
foundation for long-term existence with the opening of an projects in San Nicolas, establishing an EPE with accessible
entirely new EPE.” courses for residents will be highly beneficial.

Furthermore, Minister Croes shared that, in light of the “I want to thank the entire EPE team, led by Sabine De Groot,
support and backing that EPE Oranjestad has received from for their dedication, effort, and commitment to securing EPE’s
stakeholders, the Government of Aruba is committed to rightful place. From my side, I want to assure you that, in me,

opening an EPE facility in San Nicolas. This will provide citi- you have a minister who believes in and supports EPE whole-
zens of San Nicolas with the chance to take courses that will heartedly,” Minister Croes expressed.