Why R4E

Learn more about the reskilling challenge in Europe

Providing quality reskilling at scale
is a very complex challenge

Reskilling adults to new occupations is more complex than upskilling and requires a different approach

Comprehensive reskilling depends on contributions from multiple stakeholders

The existing reskilling ecosystem is not designed to provide the comprehensive reskilling programmes demanded by current market needs

Current reskilling ecosystems are typically hindered by four key challenges

Focus on trainings instead of placements

Limited focus on employability, with most providers covering training activities only

Programmes are often too long for adults

Existing reskilling programmes are often too long (1-2 years) as they are not tailored to a specific occupation, but rather a range of occupations

​Sub-scale programmes

Programmes are either ad-hoc for one employer or one-off need, or led by small NGOs or providers lacking the funds and the ability to mobilise the employment ecosystems to achieve scale

Cumbersome candidate journey

Multiple stakeholders are typically involved in the provision of activities along the reskilling value chain, making the comprehensive reskilling journey onerous for candidates

Not addressing the reskilling challenge will have multiple negative effects for Europe in the future

Rising unemployment and inequality

Lower international competitiveness of EU companies

Lower social cohesion and more social unrest

Delayed green and digital transitions

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