Mar05 European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2025 Created byGinevra Santini|Updated27 January 2025Event location THE EGG, Rue Bara 175, 1070 Brussels, Belgium 5 March 2025 09:00 AM GMT +0100 - 6 March 2025 05:00 PM GMT +0100Europe is facing rising labour and skills shortages, declining productivity, and growing challenges from demographic shifts and rapid technological change. With one in three 15-year-olds struggling in basic mathematics, only half of EU adults equipped with basic digital skills, and less than 40% engaging in training, how can Europe sustain its digital and green transitions while staying globally competitive?About the European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2025The European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2025 will bring together policymakers, businesses, and citizens to tackle these urgent issues, aligning skills development with economic and societal needs while fostering inclusivity and fairness. The European Employment and Social Rights Forum is back for its third edition, taking place on 5 - 6 March 2025 at The EGG in Brussels. This year’s #EUSocialForum will address a critical challenge facing Europe: the growing labour and skills shortages amidst declining productivity. As societal and economic shifts accelerate, the forum will explore how individuals and organizations can adapt, ensuring a resilient workforce and sustainable growth.Mark your calendars and register now to secure your place.Event DetailsWebsite linkEuropean Employment and Social Rights Forum 2025 Target audienceDigital skills for the labour force.Digital skills for ICT professionals and other digital experts.Digital skills in education.Digital skills for allDigital technology / specialisationDigital skillsDigital transformationDigital skill levelBasicIntermediateAdvancedDigital ExpertGeographic scope - CountryAustriaBelgiumBulgariaCyprusRomaniaSloveniaCroatiaCzech republicDenmarkEstoniaFinlandFranceGermanyGreeceHungaryItalyIrelandMaltaLatviaLithuaniaLuxembourgNetherlandsPortugalPolandSwedenSpainSlovakiaShow moreShow lessIndustry - field of education and trainingGeneric programmes and qualifications not further definedTarget languageEnglishGeographical sphereEU institutional initiativeEvent organizerEuropean Commission Event settingOn Location Share this page Log in to comment
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