Adult Learning and Education: Widening the Scope for Action
đź“Ť University of Hamburg, Germany
🕓 13–15 May 2026
The University of Hamburg and the ESREA Network on Policy Studies in Adult Education invite contributions for the 2026 conference “Adult Learning and Education: Widening the Scope for Action.”
Researchers and practitioners are encouraged to submit abstracts exploring how ad...
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EVENT: Designing Learning Spaces in Basic Education
On 5 November 2025, the German National Coordination Point of the European Agenda for Adult Learning, in cooperation with AEWB Niedersachsen, will host the conference “Designing Learning Spaces in Basic Education” in Göttingen, Germany.
The event will explore how learning spaces can be designed to inspire participation and motivation in basic education. Experts from Germany and ac...
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EVENT: Læring i Nord 2025 – Basic Skills in the Nordic Countries: New Data, Next Steps
On 24 October 2025 (12:00–15:00 CEST), EPALE and the Nordic Network for Lifelong Learning (NLL) — a member of EBSN — will host the annual Læring i Nord digital conference, focusing on basic skills in the Nordic countries.
This year’s edition will explore how to strengthen adults’ literacy, numeracy, digital and oral skills, drawing on new data from PIAAC2. Policymakers, practition...
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EBSN blog on EPALE: How can skills forecasts help shape effective adult learning strategies?
The world of work is evolving rapidly — and adult learning must adapt to stay relevant.
In a recent post on EPALE, the we explore how anticipating future skills needs can inform more effective strategies for adult education. By aligning learning opportunities with changing labour market demands, adult learning provision can remain flexible, inclusive, and future-oriented.
The a...
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NALA receives UNESCO International Literacy Prize 2025
The European Basic Skills Network is proud to highlight the achievement of one of its founding members, the National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA).
NALA’s Learn with NALA programme has been awarded the UNESCO International Literacy Prize 2025, recognising its outstanding contribution to supporting adults in Ireland to develop their literacy and digital skills.
The Learn with NAL...
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EBSN blog on EPALE: AI and Basic Skills in the Digital Era
Artificial Intelligence is transforming how we teach and learn — creating new opportunities, but also new challenges for adults with low basic skills.
In September, the European Basic Skills Network (EBSN) facilitated an online discussion on EPALE about the role of AI in adult learning. The debate explored how AI can support learning — through personalised pathways, translation to...
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Join the EPALE Discussion on AI and Basic Skills in the Digital Era!
EBSN invites its members and the wider adult learning community to take part in the upcoming EPALE discussion “AI and Basic Skills in the Digital Era”, taking place online on 18 September 2025, 10:00–16:00 CEST.
The discussion will explore the role of artificial intelligence in supporting basic skills learning – including literacy, numeracy and digital skills – and address both opportunities and...
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Call for Papers – 6th International Conference “Literacies and Contemporary Society: From Skills to Practices”
The Cyprus Pedagogical Institute, Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth of Cyprus, in collaboration with the University of Cyprus, is pleased to announce the 6th International Conference “Literacies and Contemporary Society: From Skills to Practices”, taking place 24–25 February 2026 in Nicosia, Cyprus.
This important event is included in the official programme of the Cyprus Presidency of the Co...
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The EBSN Annual Event 2025 Successfully Held in Brussels
The EBSN Annual Event 2025 took place in Brussels on 18–20 June, offering a unique occasion for professionals, researchers, and policymakers from across Europe to come together and engage in meaningful exchange on adult basic skills policy and practice. It was a pleasure to meet so many committed colleagues in person – the energy, expertise and openness of the participants made this even...
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Strengthening Professional Profiles in Correctional Education – PROMOTE Webinar Highlights Methodology for Inclusive Upskilling
On 10 April 2024, the EBSN hosted a highly engaging international webinar to showcase the core methodology developed within the PROMOTE project – a transnational initiative focused on upskilling professionals working in and around correctional settings. The event attracted over 60 participants from across Europe and beyond, including adult learning professionals, basic skills practitioner...
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