The Educational Challenge of the 21st Century: A Pact for Talent

In relation to Education, in Spain, we observe:

• A high percentage of youth unemployment and early school leaving (4.3 points above the EU average).
• In the first quarter of 2023 the unemployment rate of young people aged 16-29 was 22.61%, while the European average is 14%.
• 22% of 15-year-olds have repeated at least once since Primary, when the OECD average for repeaters is 9%.
• Spanish students have lowered their score in reading comprehension and in Mathematics and Science since 2012 by 14 and 11 points respectively according to the 2018 PISA report.
• Spain in 2021 reinvested 4.6% of its GDP in education, while the average in European countries was 5%.

At AMETIC we believe that education is the basis of progress and talent is the engine of the future. In a world in constant change, a firm and lasting commitment is essential to ensure a quality, equitable and excellence-oriented education system. Therefore, we are promoting the Pact for Integral Transformation for Education and Talent in order to achieve a positive impact on the quality and development of talent, innovation, adaptation to the labor market, reduction of inequalities and attractiveness for investments, all these key elements for sustainable economic growth, a better competitiveness of the Spanish business fabric and the generation of employment.

Be part of the Pact! Participate in this day to lay the foundations of a broad consensus that promotes necessary reforms to strengthen the education system and enhance talent in all its forms.