A reference point that is linked to the particular structures and requirements of each Member State and that,in accordance with national practice, brings together existing relevant bodies and involves the social partners and all  stakeholders concerned at national and regional levels, in order to ensure the follow-up of initiatives.

SOURCE: Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 on the establishment of a European Quality Assurance Reference Framework for Vocational Education and Training,  (OJ 2009/C 155/01) 2009.