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Skills innovation at Skills CoLab
The 30 projects selected for the Skills CoLab at WorldSkills Conference 2026 have been revealed.
8 June 2026
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Kyrgyzstan selects Competitors for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
Following its National Championship in April, WorldSkills Kyrgyzstan has chosen the young Competitors who will represent the country at the 48th WorldSkills Competition this September.
5 June 2026
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The skill-driven economy: building a workforce for a changing world
As technology reshapes industries and climate change accelerates the demand for green solutions, Technical and Vocational Education and Training has never been more needed or more valuable.
5 June 2026
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BeChangeMaker 2026: Top 15 teams progress to next phase
Participants in this year’s edition of our social entrepreneurship programme are developing their social business ideas in preparation for their second pitch.
4 June 2026
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Anticipation builds for the 48th WorldSkills Competition
This September, Shanghai opens its doors to the global skills community — with a world-class exhibition complex for the Competition, and a legendary performance arena for the ceremonies.
1 June 2026
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Meet the Skills CoLab jurors
A new initiative premiering at WorldSkills Conference 2026, the Skills CoLab will showcase innovative skills development projects.
27 May 2026
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International Abilympics 2027 to be held in Helsinki
In 12 months’ time, the city of Helsinki will welcome the world to the Abilympics, a competition that recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the labour market.
26 May 2026
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WorldSkills Champions Trust take part in the United Nations ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026
Young people came together to share ways to accelerate progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals ahead of 2030, and WorldSkills was there to join the discussions.
20 May 2026
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WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 media registration now open
Media organizations from around the world are invited to apply for accreditation to cover the global stage for skills this September.
19 May 2026
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WorldSkills Americas General Assembly 2026 sets plan to transform TVET in the region
The event highlighted the importance of quality skills development as an engine to address major trends shaping the world of work and ensure sustainable growth.
8 May 2026