Upskilling and reskilling are vital to keeping workers competitive and inclusive in the digital and green transitions. The recent Policy Session on Employment & Social Rights at the Horizon Europe Cluster 2 Coordinators’ Day emphasized the need for future-ready skills in line with the European Pillar of Social Rights.
More about the Coordinator’s Day: https://tinyurl.com/49bu5awv
Why It Matters:
📉 1 in 4 young people lack basic skills in reading, maths, and science.
📊 80% of companies struggle to find skilled workers.
🔄 Workers must adapt to automation, digitalization, and sustainability.
Key EU Initiatives Driving Change:
📚 Basic Skills Support & STEM Education Plan
🛡️ Skills Guarantee for at-risk workers
🏭 EU Skills Academies for green and digital industries
DIAMOND promotes gender equality and inclusion by ensuring access to upskilling opportunities for women and underrepresented groups. Our research:
✅ Identifies barriers to equal access
✅ Supports targeted training programs
✅ Provides data-driven policy recommendations for an inclusive workforce
DIAMOND ensures diverse, inclusive access to lifelong learning and helps build a future-ready workforce across industries. 💜 Let’s ensure everyone has the skills to succeed!
🔗 Learn more https://diamond-empower.eu/about/
Project: 101178081 — DIAMOND — HORIZON-CL2-2024-TRANSFORMATIONS-01
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