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![Empowering Europe's workforce: The impact of the European Year of Skills and open data initiatives](/sites/default/files/news/Progetto%20senza%20titolo%20%2819%29.png)
Empowering Europe's workforce: The impact of the European Year of Skills and open data initiatives
The European Year of Skills is an initiative of the European Union to tackle skills gaps and reinforce the EU skills strategy . This initiative seeks to equip individuals with the necessary skills for quality jobs while aiding small and medium enterprises in adapting to evolving workforce demands. Starting on 9 May 2023, the Year saw a multitude of events, this year with a focus on green and digital transitions. How does it work? The European Year of Skills enhances workforce capabilities and drives economic growth by promoting investment in training, aligning skills development with employer
![The HELP courses from the Council of Europe: Exploring data protection in judicial decisions](/sites/default/files/news/Progetto%20senza%20titolo%20%2814%29.png)
The HELP courses from the Council of Europe: Exploring data protection in judicial decisions
The Council of Europe 's HELP programme is an educational initiative that offers training sessions for legal professionals across Europe. The courses cover a wide range of human rights topics, reflecting the diverse areas of work within the Council of Europe, and aiming to enhance the protection of human rights on a national level. The latest course on the platform addresses data protection in publication of judicial decisions . It defines personal data, and delves into collecting, using, and protecting them. As legal professionals navigate the complexities of data protection in the judicial
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Empowering youth: European youth week 2024
This week we celebrate the European Youth Week 2024 , an event organised every two years by the European Commission to celebrate and promote youth engagement and active citizenship across Europe. From April 12 to April 19, 2024, young people are encouraged to participate in various activities and discussions this year under the theme "Voice your vision," focusing on democracy and the upcoming European elections. During the European Youth Week, participants have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogues with policymakers and decision-makers, shaping their vision for the future of Europe
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Save the Date for EU Open Data Days 2025!
From data to impact – shaping the digital age The dynamic field of open data is changing the way in which we understand, engage with, and shape our world. From fostering transparency and fuelling research to triggering technological advances and informing policymakers, the potential of open data is unlimited. The Publications Office of the European Union is thrilled to announce the 2025 edition of EU Open Data Days, scheduled for 19-20 March 2025 at the European Conference Centre in Luxembourg (ECCL) and online. The registrations will open in December. This event, organised by the team at data
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Open Data Day 2024: Advancing Sustainable Development Goals
From 2 to 8 March 2024, we celebrate the Open Data Day (ODD) , an annual global event dedicated to supporting the culture of open data. Since it was established in 2010, the Open Data Day has been instrumental in promoting the use of open data within communities worldwide, fostering innovation, transparency, and collaboration. This year's ODD, organised by the Open Knowledge Foundation (OKFN) , involves collaboration from organisations such as Jokkolabs Banjul (Gambia) , Open Knowledge Germany , Open Knowledge Ghana , and Open Knowledge Nepal , all members of the Open Knowledge Network . To
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Enabling a data-informed public sector: An introductory course to BDTI essentials
We are delighted to share with you the BDTI Essentials Course. It is designed for individuals aiming to strengthen the development of a data-informed public sector. Whether you are a public servant, a professional in the field, a student, or simply keen on public sector innovation, this course is your gateway to becoming skilled at data analysis. This e-learning series comprises five sessions, scheduled for the following dates from 11:00 – 12:15 am CEST. Session 1: Data Access and Exploration (02 February 2024) Session 2: Data Cleaning and Transformation (16 February 2024) Session 3: Data
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Spotlight on accessibility during European Day of Persons with Disabilities
On November 30th and December 1st, the European Day of Persons with Disabilities (EDPD) unfolded in Brussels, marking a significant annual event. This two-day conference, a collaborative effort between the European Commission and the European Disability Forum, brought together over 400 policymakers, high-level experts, and disability advocates. The conference served as a crucial platform to address vital themes, including the right to vote and stand for elections, the European Year of Skills 2023, and the Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021–2030. This yearly gathering
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Find out about the highlights of the 2023 Report on the state of the Digital Decade
On 27 September, the European Commission published the first report on the state of the Digital D ecade . This report assesses the E uropean Union’ s progress towards a successful digital transformation for its people and describes how the European Union is advancing towards the agreed targets and objectives , for businesses and the environmen t, as outlined in the d ecisions establishing the Digital Decade Policy Programme 2023 . The first part of the report reviews the latest digital policy developments and European Union's progress towards the established goals and objectives . It also
Are you a student or academic? Sign up for the workshop ‘How to use open data for your research’
On Thursday 19 October from 10.00 to 12.00 CET, data.europa.eu will host its first workshop series on ‘How to use open data for your research’. This series, designed for students and academics is also open to anyone interested. The goal is to showcase the relevance and importance of open data for academic purposes. During this workshop, you will learn how to use open data from our portal for research and get examples from universities that have already embraced open data in their daily operations. The workshop will start with an introduction by the Publications Office of the EU on open data
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International Literacy Day: the significance of digital literacy
Today marks International Literacy Day (ILD), a reminder of the crucial role literacy plays in upholding dignity and human rights. Literacy serves as a fundamental pillar for education and a lifelong learning aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 4 ’s aim to ensure inclusive, equitable and quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. Therefore, this years’ theme of ILD is ‘Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies’. In the current digital landscape, digital literacy has become more important. It