Let's embrace knowledge with responsibility and vision!

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In a world that is constantly changing, with digital transitions that challenge us every second, leveling up skills is of utmost importance. It is imperative that all professional areas keep up with this growth and acquire digital skills.

Investing in training should be a priority for everyone, from a professional and personal development perspective, as well as a mandatory concern for any company.

Knowledge is transformative, and those who do not invest in acquiring new skills will have a hard time growing and developing the company they represent.

Education and training are essential tools for keeping up with the changing needs of the job market.

However, there is a skills gap that needs to be addressed. For example, 40% of employers say they cannot find people with the right skill set to fill their vacancies.

The evident skills gap is largely explained by the speed overseas data with which the digital ecosystem has brought to the business fabric, the lack of capacity to keep up with the training offer of most institutions, and the lack of funding faced by individuals, companies and education providers who do not have the financial resources to keep up with the evolution of specific skills needs. In this transformative context, the EU is providing funding to help accelerate education, training and reskilling efforts.

Within the scope of the Recovery and Resilience Program (RRP), the Cheque-Trainação + Digital Measure is included for all workers, regardless of their employment status, with a value of up to 750 euros, for training that enables them in digital skills.

Lisbon Digital School is proud to be able to support this initiative, which is part of the Emprego + Digital 2025 Program, supporting the development of those who always want to learn more!

During Pope Francis' recent visit to our country, in his eloquent and humane speech, there was room for the theme of Education and knowledge. I share this quote:

“At the university (…) it would be a waste to think of it only to perpetuate the current elitist and unequal system in the world, with higher education continuing to be a privilege for a few. If knowledge is not accepted as a responsibility, it becomes sterile.” Pope Francis, 3 August 2023

Access to knowledge must be embraced with responsibility and vision, and an opportunity for change, evolution and innovation.