Back to Basics - Building the Foundations for the Future of Skills

Discussions about the future of skills usually focus on new technology, new occupations and innovation. But doing well in school, at work and in society still depends on basic skills that help people cope with complicated situations, adapt when things change and play a useful part in their communities.

Back to Basics takes place before the official opening of the Torino Global Skills Summit 2026 and looks at the skills that lifelong learning and innovation are built on. It will focus on two questions:

1. How can people learn to think critically when AI and too much information are part of everyday life?
2. How can education and training systems encourage curiosity, creativity and new ideas?

The event has two interactive conversations and time for networking. Participants will share their experiences and views, and the discussions will lead into the rest of the Summit.

The event aims to:

• Show why basic skills matter for lifelong learning and for finding work.
• Start conversations that can continue during the Summit.
• Share practical examples from different countries and sectors.
• Give participants time to meet and talk.

You can follow the event through the YouTube livestream link. 

Find out more about the speakers at this event