Social Commitment
Promoting training opportunities
Auto Service Meister (Germany)
It is of great importance that further training and education measures in the automotive trade are continued at the same high level. That is why ZF Services has been supporting "Auto Service Meister" since 2007. "Auto Service Meister" is a knowledge competition for automotive master apprentices in Germany. Since the start of 2012, it has also been aimed at vocational schools.
This competition makes a direct contribution to the success of further training and education in the automotive trade and sets the standards in terms of quality. Apprentices who take part are invited to prove their expertise by answering monthly questionnaires completely and thereby to participate in the knowledge competition.
Attractive prizes are offered. Together with cash prizes and the master cup itself, this year there is also class training and a chance to take a seat on one of the coveted "Wiesn" tables at the Oktoberfest in Munich. The first 15 schools with at least 10 participants also have the chance to win a SACHS portable kit with a dual mass flywheel and other instructional materials.
Auto Service Meister on the internet: www.AutoServiceMeister.de
Pescar Project (Brazil)
In Sorocaba/Brazil ZF Services is involved in the “Pescar Project” (pescar = fishing). This project supports teens from poor and low-income families by offering a free technical and educational training program as industrial mechanics. For the 2011 program, 270 teens have applied for the 14 heavily sought-after spaces
The young people receive instructions from ZF Services employees about technical matters, but also basic skills in communication, health, and environmental awareness.
More information about the Pescar Project in the report 2.2011 magazine
Promotion of young mechanics (Poland)
ZF Services is committed to sponsoring the annual competition for car mechanic schools in Poland. Under the supervision of a jury of experts, several hundred future car mechanics have to prove their skills and knowledge.
The ten finalists take various practical exams. The winner of the competition is accepted to every Technical University in Poland without having to take an entrance examination. In addition, all participating schools are ranked and the school with the best finalists also wins an award.
More information about the competition in the report 2.2011 magazine
ComArtists (South Africa)
In George, South Africa, new opportunities are opening up for young offenders: as part of a probation project, a theatre group called "ComArtists" has been established. The eight actors have already received regional awards for their performances.
With the support of ZF Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd. they could participate in the prestigious Word Festival in Stellenbosch, South Africa (Woordfees), attend workshops an make contacts. The company sees its support as part of its social responsibilities.
More information about the ComArtists in the report 2.2011 magazine
