March 24 – 28, 2025. Washington, D.C.

Global Skills Week.

Connecting the global skills economy.

Partnerships, connections, data and insights to unlock and accelerate the global skills economy.

Join us in Washington, D.C., from March 24 to 28, 2025, for Global Skills Week, a pivotal event dedicated to advancing the global skills economy. This week-long gathering will bring together thought leaders, policymakers, educators, and industry professionals to explore cutting-edge strategies for developing the workforce of tomorrow. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this crucial conversation that will shape the future of work and empower individuals and organizations to thrive in a rapidly changing global economy.

Global Skills Week Agenda

  • Global Leadership Council

    Monday, March 24

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

    National Press Club

  • AI + Digital Skills

    Tuesday, March 25

    Join a compelling half-day event during Global Skills Week, focusing on the pivotal role of AI and digital skills in the future of work. This event will delve into key topics including the impact of AI on job markets, strategies for closing the digital skills gap, and how to equip the workforce with the skills needed for the digital era.

  • Green Skills

    Tuesday, March 25

    Join us for a compelling half-day event during Global Skills Week, focusing on the essential role of green skills in shaping a sustainable future. This session will explore key topics including the impact of green technologies on job markets, strategies for closing the green skills gap, and how to equip the workforce with the expertise needed for the transition to a greener economy.

  • Higher Education Forum

    Wednesday, March 26

    Join us for an impactful full-day event during Global Skills Week, focusing on the crucial role of universities in driving the new skills economy. This session will explore key topics including the evolving demands of the labor market, strategies for universities to bridge the skills gap, and how higher education institutions can equip students with the competencies needed to thrive in an increasingly dynamic and technology-driven world.

  • Health Skills

    Thursday, March 27

    Join us for an engaging half-day event during Global Skills Week, focusing on the critical role of health skills in shaping the future of healthcare. This session will delve into key topics including the evolving demands of the healthcare workforce, strategies for addressing the health skills gap, and how to equip professionals with the expertise needed to navigate advancements in medical technology and patient care.

What are the major skills initiatives?

  • Discover the major skills initiatives by industry

  • Which regions and countries are leading effective and impactful skills initiatives?

Who are leading major initiatives?

  • Which state and national governments

  • Major corporate initiatives

  • Foundations & Philanthropy

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Digital Skills

  • Green Skills

  • Health Skills

How to partner for skills & jobs?

  • Industry Partnerships

  • Government Partnerships

Empowering the future with AI & Digital Skills.

AI + Digital Skills Taskforce

Building Green Futures for sustainability .

Green Skills Taskforce

Elevating Care & Transforming Lives.

Health Skills Taskforce

Higher Education’s Skills and Jobs Focus.

Higher Education Taskforce

Global Experts, Local Leaders

Powering the skills and jobs for the 21st century.