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European Basic Skills Network

Who we are
EBSN is a European network bringing together policy makers and key stakeholders to strengthen adults’ basic skills across Europe.
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Our objective
To promote excellence in adult basic skills policy and implementation at European and national level, in a field with major implications for education, employment, social inclusion and active participation in society.
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Why it matters
Across Europe, many adults face barriers in work, learning and everyday life because they lack essential basic skills. EBSN supports stronger cooperation, knowledge exchange and policy development to help address this challenge.

About EBSN

Learn who we are, what we stand for, and how the Network supports cooperation on adult basic skills across Europe.

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Activities & Projects

Explore our policy work, partnerships and projects that connect evidence, practice and European cooperation.

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Highlighted News & Events

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...
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Join a European network of institutions committed to strengthening adult basic skills policy and practice.

Annual Conference

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projects

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European cooperation

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Policy dialogue

Supporting informed exchange on adult basic skills.

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Peer exchange

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Project collaboration

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