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WorldSkills Japan will host the 49th WorldSkills Competition
At WorldSkills General Assembly 2024 today, Members chose to hold WorldSkills Competition 2028 in the city of Aichi after a compelling bid from Japan.
9 September 2024
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Champions arrive at Eurexpo Lyon for the first time for Familiarization Day
With only two days to go until the start of the Competition, WorldSkills Lyon 2024 gave Competitors their first glimpse of the exhibition hall and helped them familiarize themselves with the venue layout and their workshops.
9 September 2024
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WorldSkills welcomes Nigeria as its 89th Member
WorldSkills Nigeria has become the latest Member from the African region to join the WorldSkills community, bringing new energy and insights to the global skills movement.
9 September 2024
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WorldSkills Kyrgyzstan heads to France for its first, historic WorldSkills Competition
Exactly one year ago, Kyrgyzstan officially became a WorldSkills Member at WorldSkills General Assembly 2023 in Dublin. Now it is busy preparing its first-ever team of Competitors.
9 September 2024
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Nearly half of young tradespeople say social media inspired them to choose a career in the trades according to survey from DEWALT and WorldSkills International
A recent global survey of young trade professionals conducted by DEWALT and WorldSkills found that social media significantly influenced their passion for their trade.
9 September 2024
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Making the most of your visit to WorldSkills Lyon 2024
From 10 to 15 September, 1,400 young people from across the world will step onto the global stage to showcase the skills that will shape our future. Here’s everything you need to know to be part of this exciting event.
9 September 2024
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Connecting WorldSkills Conference 2024 and WorldSkills Competition 2024 to elevate skills, globally
Running side by side, WorldSkills Lyon 2024 and WorldSkills Conference 2024 work in harmony to shine a spotlight skills excellence and move skills to the top of the global agenda.
9 September 2024
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Competitors receive a warm welcome to Lyon on Excursion day
Over 2,000 people toured Lyon on excursions tailored to their skill sector, before getting to know their fellow Competitors at the WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Competitor Welcome Reception.
9 September 2024
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Skills come to life in the heart of Lyon
In the heart of Lyon, Place Bellecour is being transformed into a Villages des Metiers – or Skills Village – from 11 to 14 September in celebration of WorldSkills Lyon 2024.
8 September 2024
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Make your mark with us and be part of the WorldSkills Champions Trust
As WorldSkills Lyon 2024 approaches, the deadline to apply for the WorldSkills Champions Trust is also drawing closer. Don't delay: apply to become a youth ambassador for skills today.
8 September 2024