Vlaamse Dienst voor Arbeidsbemiddeling en Beroepsopleiding

VDAB, also known as the Vlaamse Dienst voor Arbeidsbemiddeling en Beroepsopleiding, is the Flemish public employment agency responsible for mediating between job seekers and employers and providing vocational training opportunities. Its core activities include job placement services, career guidance, and the administration of training programs designed to improve employability. The organization operates throughout the Flemish region of Belgium, delivering services to individuals seeking work and to companies looking to fill vacancies. VDAB also collects and disseminates labor market information to support policy development and workforce planning. As a government agency, it implements regional employment policies and collaborates with other public and private stakeholders.

In June 2024, VDAB experienced a cyberattack that overloaded its online systems, temporarily disrupting its website and internal/external platforms for several hours. The incident was mitigated through cooperation with telecommunications provider Telenet, after which normal operations were restored without any evidence of personal data being compromised. This event was described as the most significant security breach faced by the agency since a similar incident occurred years earlier. The attack highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity measures for public service providers that handle sensitive employment-related interactions. VDAB continues to focus on delivering its mediation and training services while maintaining the security and availability of its digital channels.