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Upskilling the Workforce 2024
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Where accessibility meets digital literacy for all
Discover the European Commission award winning artificial intelligence (AI) platform that is transforming the ecosystem of digital and work skills for people with intellectual disabilities and autism. It is designed alongside them to promote inclusion, confidence and independence online. DigiAcademy, a groundbreaking AI startup from Trinity College Dublin, is redefining digital skills education with a...
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Upskilling for future careers in a post-carbon world
There is a significant gap in green skills within the workforce, and employers are urgently seeking professionals with expertise in sustainability to support the green economy transition. With looming climate targets set by the Paris Agreement, industry is under pressure to meet these demands and upskill a workforce at the speed required for a zero-carbon...
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Helping Irish schools remove tonnes of litter from our environment
Learn about the programme empowering children and families to tackle litter, build environmental pride and promote sustainability. Plus, it’s free for schools. Now present in 72% of primary schools, the VOICE programme Picker Pals has empowered children and families to remove over 825 tonnes of litter from the Irish environment. Over 5,500 classrooms and 330,000...
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Cyber security and digital literacy are stronger together
Boost business growth and competitiveness with digital tools and cyber security. Learn how upskilling teams can mitigate risks and drive success. Digital tools are significantly important in helping businesses grow, scale and drive competitiveness. Building and leveraging digital literacy is key to safeguarding these tools and growth, and to mitigate against any potential risks. Cyber...
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Why AI and data science upskilling is crucial for career growth in 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) and data science skills are increasing in demand exponentially. Across industries, organisations must adapt quickly to harness their transformative potential. Dr Paul Doyle and Dr Susan McKeever of TU Dublin emphasise that upskilling in AI and data science is no longer optional; it’s a necessity for both individuals and businesses to remain...
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Making digital skills accessible to adults in Ireland
Discover ways to improve adult literacy, numeracy and digital skills in Ireland. Bridge the digital divide and empower learners through policy. The National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA) is a registered charity and membership-based organisation. Our vision is an Ireland where adult literacy is a human right; where everyone can develop their literacy, numeracy and digital...
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How will generative AI impact jobs across Ireland?
Generative artificial intelligence is changing the way we work In Ireland and beyond — but it will hit cities differently from rural areas. How can Ireland prepare workers in all communities for this new stage of the digital transition? Unlike prior forms of automation, generative AI can do cognitive, creative and non-routine tasks. This means...
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Bridging the tech divide for Ireland’s small businesses
To ensure the success of small businesses in Ireland, digital skills and AI must be accessible to everyone, closing the growing tech divide. Ireland’s small businesses face an increasing challenge: the rapid integration of AI and technology into every aspect of commerce. Bridging this gap is not just a matter of technological progress, but also...
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Build your career in sports and fitness with a part-time degree
Are you interested in pursuing a career in sport and fitness but unable to attend a full-time course? Applications are now open for a part-time degree in Applied Strength and Conditioning. Atlantic Technological University (ATU)’s Applied Strength and Conditioning course has been designed to suit mature learners who would like to return to education and...
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Adapting to new generative AI job trends and opportunities locally
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is not just reshaping industries — it’s revolutionising the very fabric of local economies. As this technology advances rapidly, it brings with it both promises and challenges for workers, particularly in smaller towns and rural areas. The local job impacts of generative AI are powerful; that’s why place-based policies are critical...