In 2020, the global workforce lost an equivalent of 255 million full-time jobs, an estimated $3.7 trillion in wages and 4.4% of global GDP, a staggering toll on lives and livelihoods. While vaccine rollout has begun and the growth outlook is predicted to improve, an even socio-economic recovery is far from certain.
The choices made by policymakers, business leaders, workers and learners today will shape societies for years to come. At this critical crossroads, leaders must consciously, proactively and urgently lay the foundations of a new social contract, rebuilding our economies so they provide opportunity for all.
In this context, the Forum remains committed to working with the public- and private sectors to provide better skills, jobs and education to 1 billion people by 2030 through initiatives to close the skills gap and prepare for the ongoing technological transformation of the future of work.
Jobs and the Future of Work
Future-ready workforces are not found, they're made by investing in people
In the Intelligent Age – where AI and humans drive innovation together – employers must proactively prepare employees to become a future-ready workforce.
Education and Skills
Building the foundations that will empower Africa's youth using education and technology
By addressing gaps in education aided by technology, we can empower Africa's children to participate and excel in an increasingly technology-driven world.
Jobs and the Future of Work
AI is shifting the workplace skillset. But human skills still count
In an accelerating world of work, job-seekers must embrace a wider set of skills – but not just technological ones, according to a new report
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Forum Institutional
Jobs, health and inclusion at Davos 2025
'Investing in People' is one of the key themes at Davos 2025, the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, that covers jobs, health and inclusion being held from 20-24 January. Here's ...
Reskilling Revolution: Preparing 1 billion people for tomorrow’s economy
The World Economic Forum's Reskilling Revolution is preparing the global workforce with the skills needed to future-proof their careers, amidst deep transformation driven by technological...
Education and Skills
How education can adapt to prepare learners for tomorrow’s demands
In the face of global challenges, higher education must foster a culture of digital literacy and nurture in students the skills to solve complex problems.
Education and Skills
It’s time we transformed education. Here’s how
More than 250 million school-aged children are not in school, trapping them in a spiral of hopelessness. Education must be prioritized to create a sustainable, inclusive future.
Jobs and the Future of Work
Why it’s time to use reskilling to unlock women’s STEM potential
Fostering private, public and philanthropic collaboration, cultivating mentorship and delivering tailored solutions could help address the lack of women in STEM.
Leadership
3 tips for cultivating a global talent pool of skilled employees in a new era of tech
There is a global shortage of skilled employees able to keep up with emerging tech. Here are three tips to help unlock the potential of a global talent.
Education and Skills
How Singapore's data-driven approach is building a skills-first economy
In a rapidly evolving world the transition to a skills-based labour market is a key solution. Here's how Singapore is building a data-driven skills ecosystem.
Jobs and the Future of Work
Developing a resilient workforce: Public and private sector strategies for continuous people development and meaningful jobs
In today’s rapidly changing world, investing in continuous people development and creating meaningful jobs is crucial for a modern and resilient society.