2025: Celebrating the past, shaping the future
This pivotal year marked the WorldSkills movement’s 75th anniversary as the global stage for technical and vocational skills. Now, the WorldSkills community is shaping its future for new generations.
We raise the profile and recognition of skilled people, and show how important skills are in achieving economic growth.
Improving our world with the power of skills
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A first look at WorldSkills Conference 2026 programme
22 January 2026
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Competition Rules updated for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
20 January 2026
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All eyes turn to China as it readies for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
15 January 2026
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The Global Stage for Skills
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WorldSkills Champions forge their experience into mentorship and mutual support
13 January 2026
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Competitors from Portugal and Spain revive the beginnings of WorldSkills
12 November 2025
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WorldSkills Commemorative Edition honours 75 years of collaboration and innovation
4 November 2025
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Celebrating 75 years of WorldSkills: from one idea to a global movement
27 October 2025
Latest competition news
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Competition Rules updated for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
20 January 2026
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All eyes turn to China as it readies for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
15 January 2026
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WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 builds anticipation with progress reports and venue tours
14 November 2025
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WorldSkills Americas Santiago 2025 celebrates skills excellence across the continent
13 November 2025
Latest conference news
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A first look at WorldSkills Conference 2026 programme
22 January 2026
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Registration is open for WorldSkills Conference 2026: Shaping a Skills-Driven Future
18 December 2025
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G20 Fancourt Declaration puts skills and inclusion at the heart of growth
29 August 2025
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WorldSkills Members and the Conference Coalition outline ambitions for WorldSkills Conference 2026
30 May 2025
Archive and Museum
For 75 years, WorldSkills has put skills on the global stage. Our museum in Shanghai, China as well as our archive online, showcase how skills have been transforming lives and economies around the world throughout history.
WorldSkills Archive
The WorldSkills Archive collects, preserves, and provides access to the historical records of WorldSkills International. The collection includes a wide variety of historical papers, images, and artifacts.
WorldSkills Museum
The WorldSkills Museum is a journey across space and time. Uncover the skills that shaped our past and now create our future. Immerse yourself in over 800 artefacts.
Project updates
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WorldSkills Experts Faculty webinar series explores sustainability
9 December 2025
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WorldSkills Champion highlights role of skills at UNIDO Global Industry Summit
1 December 2025
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Impact report reveals outcomes of WorldSkills Africa Capacity Building Programme
25 November 2025
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WorldSkills Museum celebrates its second anniversary
18 November 2025
Events
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CPW2026 Shanghai
2-5 February 2026
China
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Taitaja2026 Keski-Uusimaa - Finnish National Skills Competition
18-21 May 2026
Finland
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WorldSkills Australia 2026 Global Skills Challenge
24-28 June 2026
Australia
Our Partners
Global Partners see a role for industry, education, government, and policy makers to work together to raise the profile and recognition of skilled professionals around the globe. Together we are increasing the abilities, status, and economic prospects of young people.
Global Premium Partners of WorldSkills International
In dynamic times, the one constant is the ability of skills to shape and define our world.