Europass Network Newsletter

Dear Friends of Europass, 

After the great success of the first edition, here we are with the second edition of the Europass Newsletter, your quarterly source for the latest news, key updates, insights from the European Commission and contributions from the National Europass Centres and other Networks.  

In this edition, we share data highlights from 2024, a summary of the most recent improvements to the Europass platform with the releases 1.16 and 1.17, contributions by NEC Hungary, NEC North Macedonia, NEC Malta and NEC Ukraine; news from the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, EURODESK, as well as future events. 

Europass and EURES are reinforcing their connection!  Europass became the main entry point for jobseekers who will benefit from a more efficient, user-friendly, and interconnected experience across both platforms. 

We are also happy to share with you the new interactive map showcasing the events happening around the 20th anniversary of Europass all around Europe. Join the celebration and check the map through this link. 

We wish you a good read!  

Best regards,   

The Europass Team 

Photos from the Europassion Conference in Skopje

The “Europassion” Conference took place from 13 to 15 November 2024 in Skopje, making North Macedonia the first non-EU Europass country to host this annual meeting for National Europass Centers (NECs) since the launch of the new Europass platform. This important event gathered a diverse group of participants, including the NECs, the Europass Team of the European Commission, and other key institutional stakeholders. Among the attendees were representatives from the Ministry of Education and Science, the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Centre, the Bureau for the Development of Education, the Centre for Adult Education, and Europass Ambassadors from North Macedonia.

 

Knowledge sharing, collaboration and active discussions about the future of Europass and its platform were at the center of the event. On the table were: the new vision for Europass, effective communication strategies, recent platform updates, and data analysis methodologies. Interactive working groups were organized to discuss relevant topics such as: Europass platform enhancement, promotion and awareness, AI and Europass – Leveraging artificial intelligence to support users, User testing as well as Europass and Euroguidance collaboration.

 

The second day was dedicated to a series of workshops, including the upcoming launch of the Europass user testing exercise, supported by the NECs, an update on the European Learning Model, Europass Supplements, databases of qualifications and learning opportunities and European Digital Credentials for Learning (EDC), and a session on preparing the right pitch for EDC. Attendees also gained insights into the usability of the Europass platform, with a particular focus on NEC Latvia’s experience. A session tailored for newcomers was also held by the Commission to introduce the Europass Team and stakeholders, platform features as well as useful resources.

Check the LinkedIn post of the event.

Pictures from the business breakfast "From Schools to Workplaces: Europass in Focus."

The Malta National Europass Centre (MTNEC), in collaboration with the Malta Employers’ Association (MEA), hosted a first-of-its-kind business breakfast titled "From Schools to Workplaces: Europass in Focus." 

The event aimed to showcase how Europass can bridge the gap between education and employment by enhancing communication and skills recognition. It brought together over 40 employers, educators, and stakeholders to explore how Europass benefits employers in assessing and utilising job seekers’ skills effectively. 

Keynote speeches were delivered by representatives from the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Employment, Social Affairs, and Inclusion, who highlighted Europass role as a vital tool for employability and workforce development. A panel discussion followed, offering practical insights into how the education sector can better prepare students for the workplace. 

This initiative provided an opportunity for employers and educators to exchange ideas and discuss actionable steps for improving the transition from school to employment. Feedback gathered during the event emphasised the importance of Europass in fostering collaboration between sectors. 

By uniting stakeholders and fostering dialogue, MTNEC continues to strengthen the role of Europass in supporting employability and skills recognition.