3.6 Training and Development 3.6.1 The DPW explained that the EPWP/NYS initiative was a Government training initiative aimed at contributing to the artisan skills development programme and targets youth interested in careers in the built environment. While it had not formed part of the requirements of the initial Brandvlei contract, it was part of the Ceres and Vanrhynsdorp project documentation. Between 2007 and 2008, 104, 124 and 65 learners had received training as part of the Ceres, Vanrhynsdorp and Brandvlei projects respectively.