News — Global Stage For Skills
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Competitors from Portugal and Spain revive the beginnings of WorldSkills
The WorldSkills Commemorative Edition 1950–2025, held in Lisbon from 4 to 8 November, celebrated 75 years of skills excellence and honoured the origins of the WorldSkills movement.
12 November 2025
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WorldSkills Commemorative Edition honours 75 years of collaboration and innovation
Marking the anniversary of the first WorldSkills Competition in 1950, the event is organized by WorldSkills Portugal – a founding Member of WorldSkills.
4 November 2025
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Celebrating 75 years of WorldSkills: from one idea to a global movement
Watch the new video tracing the history of WorldSkills and the enduring belief that skills can change the world.
27 October 2025
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Spotlight on… Joinery
This month, WorldSkills turns the spotlight on Joinery, a discipline at the intersection of tradition, innovation, and sustainability.
18 September 2025
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In a transformative era, WorldSkills opened opportunities and minds
WorldSkills has spent 75 years uniting young people through technical excellence and shared purpose, demonstrating that having access to skills can foster a better world.
25 August 2025
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A spotlight on… Jenny Shackleton
During its landmark 75th anniversary year, WorldSkills is celebrating the people who have shaped the global stage for skills. One of those is Jenny Shackleton, WorldSkills Standards and Assessment Advisor for over a decade and a lifelong advocate for skills excellence.
13 August 2025
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A spotlight on… Albert Vidal
Seven decades ago, Albert Vidal sparked a global shift in the perception of skills. A vocational advocate, a leader, and a champion of youth, his vision transformed skills development into a force for international cooperation and growth.
21 July 2025
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Spotlight on… Cloud Computing
While data centres are a small but growing share of global emissions, Cloud Computing specialists are uniquely positioned to reduce the industry's environmental impact.
4 July 2025
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Beyond the podium: From a family skill to a skills family
Inspired by her father, WorldSkills Champion Fiona Currie has built a successful career in Restaurant Service as well as unexpected friendships and adventures along the way.
26 June 2025
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Spotlight on… Jewellery
From hand-forged gold to 3D modelling, Competitors in jewellery must master time-honoured techniques and cutting-edge technology on the global stage for skills.
19 June 2025