A renewed vision for Europe’s VET agenda
European ministers endorsed the Herning Declaration, charting a future-oriented VET agenda to tackle skills gaps and making VET more attractive.
Education
Education budgets under growing pressure
Amid national budget cuts for education, the EU calls on member states to boost education spending, stressing its role in resilience and growth.
Erasmus+ 2028-2034: evolution over revolution
The proposal for Erasmus+ 2028-2034 builds on the existing programme with structural reforms, increased funding and a stronger focus on flexibility.
Driving transitions: the strategic role of VET
Two recent reports highlight VET’s potential to lead the twin transitions while keeping a human-centric approach and strengthening links with the labour market.
An Audit of the European Education Toolbox
The European Education Area review urges action on teacher shortages, adult learning, and cross-sectoral alignment to enhance EU education policy impact.
Delivering new skills, one credit at a time
A recent JRC study highlights the role of micro-credentials in up- and reskilling for the twin transitions, outlining challenges for their implementation.
Youth at the EU table: going beyond consultation
Young people are shaping the EU’s priorities through high-level dialogue with Commissioners, offering ideas on climate, security and digital transformation.
Fifty years of European collaboration in PVET
CEDEFOP celebrates fifty years as Europe’s VET hub, tackling skills gaps and driving lifelong learning amid digital, green, and labour market transitions.
Tech troubles and global reach mark Erasmus+
Erasmus+ continues to have strong appeal for higher education institutions, but concerns over unreliable digital tools remain.
Erasmus+ 2.0: priorities for the next generation
Education stakeholders in Brussels are voicing their priorities and expectations for the design of a successor of Erasmus+ that goes beyond its current success.