Shaping Europe through Skills
2026 EPALE Community Conference
In 2026, the Community Conference will explore how skills can shape a fairer, more resilient Europe. Across two days, it will be looked at how skills policies can support quality jobs, equal opportunities, and stronger democratic participation, bringing together voices from European institutions, policymakers, practitioners, and the EPALE community.
On the first day will be explored how European skills policies can support competitiveness and inclusion, focusing on the recognition and portability of competences across borders, and on how upskilling and reskilling can help adults navigate the transitions brought by automation and AI.
On the second day, the focus will shift to the role of adult learning in strengthening civic skills, critical thinking, and democratic participation, exploring how digital literacy and community-based approaches can empower adults to become active citizens.
In-person attendance is reserved for invited participants, but the entire community is warmly encouraged to take part virtually.
09:30 – 00:00
Flagey, Brussels; Virtually
Konferenz 
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