Patricia Rosenberg: Summary of internship at the Representative Office of dvv international in Tashkent

My work for Representative Office of dvv international in Tashkent started in Istanbul where I got acquainted with Elena Sabirova, Matthias Klingenberg and the network of the new project “Adult Education and Oral History” as a contribution to rebuilding of relations between Armenia and Turkey. It was an honor to me to join the project and start collecting information in the very beginning. 

There, I got extensive practical experience and familiarized myself with accompanying objectives, especially the oral history method in conflict management as well as  mediation techniques. 

During my stay in Tashkent, I think I could improve my knowledge of development programs in the best way, especially of projects on vocational education and lifelong learning (LLL). I had an opportunity to work independently and assume the responsibility; at the same time, other staff always took a serious attitude towards me. Teamwork was carried out in a warm and open working environment, and for me personally this will be an unforgettable and valuable experience. In addition, in the course of my work I participated in business trips several times (for example, to Armenia, Tajikistan). I was involved in discussions, important decision making and addressing work-related issues. 

I think that the most essential experience I have gained is that I realized the fact that training is not complete when exams are passed, and this is just a minor part and is equivalent to informal and non-formal lifelong training. This experience motivated me to always use an opportunity to acquire additional knowledge. 

I must say that during my internship I was always supported by the office staff and felt a part of the team; that is why I was quite easily introduced to the working life. 

I feel sad about leaving this office and this impressive country, but I feel that I have opened up new horizons, and I am full of new ideas and hopes. 

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all staff of Representative Office of dvv international in Tashkent for their exceptionally open and friendly attitude.   

Patricia Rozenberg,

Temporary Expert 

dvv international