What's on in June?
ETF podcast #28 - Humans versus machines: The future of jobs
What do we know about the jobs of the future? As new professions are emerging at a rapid pace, what skills will be required to thrive in a new world? Are today’s young people adequately prepared for the jobs in the coming decades? How should education and training adapt to the new challenges?
In this 28th episode of our Skills Factory podcast series, ETF expert Francesca Rosso explores the future of jobs and skills in our fast-changing world.
Green Skills Award 2023 – Update
The evaluation of the numerous applications to our Green Skills Award competition has now been completed. The 10 finalists will be announced early June. Stay tuned to discover their inspiring stories. You are warmly invited to select your favourite ones and cast your vote for the public’s winner.
Events
European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights Nicolas Schmit in Turin, 1 June
On the occasion of the visit to the ETF of European Commissioner Nicolas Schmit, we will host a knowledge sharing event with Cedefop, which will focus on micro-credentials. Stay tuned for more – an interview, a video conversation with ETF Director Pilvi Torsti.
EU Green Week conference, 6–7 June
In the framework of the EU Green Week, debates on the theme ‘Delivering a Net-Zero World’ will focus on the latest policy developments on biodiversity, circular economy and zero pollution. In preparation for the event, ETF GRETA initiative has released a new paper:Greening of vocational education and training
Making Skills Count conference, 8–9 June
This flagship event of the European Year of Skills will explore different ways in which skills ‘count’ and matter. Taking place in Brussels, it will be livestreamed.
The 10 finalists of our Green Skills Award competition should be announced during the event.
Artificial Intelligence for Educators webinar, 12 June
AI tools could enhance teaching and learning. Could they also have harmful consequences? This webinar will focus on the concept of ethical AI – the development, deployment and use of AI that ensures compliance with ethical norms, principles and core values. The European Commission's ethical guidelines on the use of AI in teaching and learning for educators will be presented.
More information and Registration
European Alliance for Apprenticeships (EAfA) 2023 high-level event, 26–27 June
As it marks the EAfA’s 10th anniversary as well as the 5th anniversary of the European Framework for Quality and Effective Apprenticeships, the event will provide an opportunity to reflect on apprenticeships – what has been achieved and how these experiences can pave the way forward.