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RSS![Sectoral skills intelligence and strategies as drivers of the just transition: Supporting frontline actors](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/eys-cedefop-get-togethers-3_event-page_0.png?itok=qa7sLzXB)
Cedefop’s 3rd virtual get-together will welcome sectoral actors, VET providers, guidance practitioners and other actors to exchange experience with sectoral skills intelligence stemming from skills anticipation methods and identify opportunities and challenges for using it “in the front line”.
![Blue careers for a sustainable blue economy](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/20230922_123042.jpg?itok=FOJvZ37f)
The “Blue careers for a sustainable blue economy” call made available nearly EUR 7.5 million to contribute to the development of the next generation of blue skills and to provide opportunities for attractive and sustainable maritime careers.
![EPALE Community Conference 2023](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/CC23%20card.png?itok=F6jVovgd)
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On 10, 11 and 12 October 2023, EPALE is hosting its annual not-to-be-missed Community Conference. Let’s celebrate the ongoing change, growth and evolution behind lifelong learning and skills acquisition. Allow yourself to undertake such a transforming process, in the context of the EYS.
![Skills, Skills, Skills Conference](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/rhnxuvh1r2grshytczgn.jpg?itok=FmG1yg5y)
The European Parliament hosted today for the second edition the landmark event “Skills, skills, skills! Skills for people, skills for competitiveness, skills for sustainability”. The initiative was proposed by the Chair of the Employment and Social Affairs (EMPL) Committee Dragoș Pîslaru.
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The 2023 edition of the European Vocational Skills Week (EVSW) is just around the corner, and it promises to be an exciting event highlighting the significance of vocational education and training (VET) in shaping the future of Europe.
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More employers are prioritising soft skills, which are essential for career progression and development. For young jobseekers, honing these valuable skills can open the door to new opportunities and help them stand out.
![Commissioner Schmit in Gdańsk, Poland during Euroskills 2023](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/comm_news_h.jpg?itok=pkMq4z_p)
Nicolas Schmit, European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, was in Gdańsk, Poland from 7 to 8 September 2023 to open the Euroskills competition 2023. The visit also included EU-funded projects that help people train in vocational skills, leading to quality jobs – a cornerstone of the EYS.
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In the context of the Talent for Growth Task Force, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has recently started a call for innovations and launched a survey. Additionally, OECD is organising two online workshops scheduled for this autumn.
![Fostering skills development in the EU for more sustainable, resilient, and fair societies](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/445210.jpg?itok=bSD_oHY7)
The European Year of Skills is set to give a fresh impetus to fostering skills that match people’s aspirations but also match with the changing needs of the labour market in the EU by promoting professional training, reskilling, and upskilling.
![Comparison report of European Qualifications Framework and Ukrainian National Qualifications Framework published](https://year-of-skills.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2023-09/BlobServlet-_3_.png?itok=L3_Z0lD5)
The European Commission launched its report “Comparison of the European Qualifications Framework and the Ukrainian National Qualifications Framework”, written jointly with Ukrainian and European partners, and the European Training Foundation (ETF).