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Reskilling Revolution | Ep 1: Why is the Reskilling Revolution needed?

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With the jobs landscape shifting like never before, what are the essential skills that workers will require now and into the future?

With the jobs landscape shifting like never before, what are the essential skills that workers will require now and into the future?

Artificial intelligence, automation, and the green transition are rapidly reshaping the global job market. Our latest Future of Jobs report finds that by 2027, 23% of jobs will change, with 69 million new roles anticipated.

Key skills for the future include digital literacy, critical thinking, and adaptability, which will help workers stay competitive in the evolving landscape. By investing in reskilling, governments and businesses can create more inclusive opportunities and prepare workers for the jobs of tomorrow.

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The #ReskillingRevolution was launched in January 2020 and aims to empower one billion people with better education, skills, and economic opportunity by 2030.

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Jobs and the Future of WorkEducation and Skills
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