We explain the importance of investing in digital skills, as recommended by the European eSkills for Jobs campaign, through the faces and stories of young men and women. Yesterday, we presented Alessandra (28). Today, it’s Ambra who, while she is studying for her Masters Degree, has chosen to spend a week at the digital manufacturing laboratory at the Officina-New Jobs Workshop.
The European Commission launched eSkills for Jobs, a communication and awareness raising campaign throughout 22 member states on the issue of digital skills. The Fondazione Mondo Digitale has been selected by the organised (European Schoolnet and Digital Europe) to organize the 2015 and 2016 campaigns in Italy. The main objective of the campaign is to bridge the European gap and misalignment on digital skills.
E-skills are essential for all professionals working in SMEs and for young unemployed individuals looking to enter the workforce. They are vital for companies that need highly qualified human resources. While Europe is still fighting a prolonged economic crisis, digital skills have become essential to help boost the economy and make our continent innovative and competitive.
