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Rooting democracy in adult learning: EBSN-facilitated EPALE discussion highlights the role of basic skills
On 26 March 2026, EPALE hosted the online discussion “Rooting democracy and active citizenship in adult learning”, generated and facilitated with the support of EBSN. The exchange brought together educators, policymakers, researchers and practitioners from across...
EPALE Discussion on Rethinking Libraries as Innovative Learning Spaces
We are inviting you to join us for the upcoming EPALE discussion titled Rethinking Libraries as Innovative Learning Spaces on 28 May between 10:00-16:00 CET. Libraries are increasingly recognised as innovative learning spaces in adult...
Functional Literacy Is a Human Right: New Australian Findings Highlight a Global Challenge
A recent article published by The Conversation has reignited an important debate about adult literacy, revealing that more than one in three Australian adults may lack the literacy skills needed to fully participate in modern society. The findings serve as a reminder...
Registration now open for the EBSN Annual Conference 2026
Registration is now open for the EBSN Annual Conference 2026, which will take place 17–19 June 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal.Held under the theme “Basic Skills for Life, Work and Democratic Participation in Times of Transformation”, this year’s conference will bring...
EBSN Chair Alex Stevenson in ELM Magazine: PIAAC results must lead to stronger action for adults with low basic skills
A recent interview published by ELM Magazine features Alex Stevenson, Chair of the European Basic Skills Network, reflecting on England’s latest PIAAC results and warning that adults with low basic skills are still being left behind. The interview...
Beyond the Low-Skills Trap: A Joint Policy Strategy by EBSN & EAEA
In response to the 2024 OECD Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC) and stagnating participation rates across Europe, the European Basic Skills Network (EBSN) and the European Association for the Education of Adults (EAEA) launched a sector-wide consultation. The resulting...
Call for Contributions Open: EBSN Annual Conference 2026
We are pleased to announce that the Call for Contributions for the EBSN Annual Conference 2026 is now open. The conference will take place 17–19 June 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal, hosted in cooperation with the Research Center for Linguistics at NOVA University Lisbon...
New ELINET blog: Whose literacy needs are not being met?
A new blog post on ELINET by Aoife Crawford (Research and Policy Officer, National Adult Literacy Agency – NALA, Ireland) explores a crucial question: whose literacy needs remain unmet - and why? The article starts from a striking figure: in Ireland, one in five...
Join the iRead4Skills Final Conference – 25 February 2026
The iRead4Skills Final Conference will take place on 25 February 2026 from 14:15 CET at the Rectorate of NOVA University Lisbon (Auditorium B). The event will be held in a hybrid format, with the possibility to attend either onsite in Lisbon or online.Under the title...
Save the Date: EBSN Annual Conference 2026 in Lisbon (17–19 June)
The EBSN Annual Conference 2026 will take place on 17–19 June 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal, in cooperation with the Research Center for Linguistics at NOVA University Lisbon (CLUNL). Under the theme “Basic Skills for Life, Work and Democratic Participation in Times...