The E2C Grand Hainaut – Thiérache site in Vervins, located at Place des Anciens Combattants, is a different and clearly defined location within the E2C network. This site is situated in the historic centre of Vervins, close to administrative and public services, rather than in an industrial or peripheral zone.

The building used by E2C is part of the town’s existing urban fabric and reflects the civic character of the area. Like many structures in Thiérache, it has seen multiple functions over time before being adapted for educational use. Its current role aligns with post-industrial and rural regeneration efforts in northern France, where existing buildings are repurposed to support social and professional reintegration.

At this location, the E2C programme focuses on vocational orientation, basic education, and employment preparation for young adults without formal qualifications. Classrooms, counselling spaces, and training rooms are integrated within the former civic setting, linking education directly to community life in Vervins.

This site illustrates how historic town-centre buildings can be given a new function, supporting contemporary social initiatives while remaining embedded in the local history and structure of the Thiérache