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Adapting to the AI Era: The Imperative of Skills Development
According to the 2024 LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report, 80% of people globally want to learn more about the use of AI in their work. Yet businesses across Europe are lagging in helping their workforce develop AI skills. To fully use the potential of AI, companies need to focus more on upskilling their employees in this field.
Employee Enthusiasm vs. Organisational and Skills Challenges
In today’s world, AI has become a catalyst for change across numerous sectors, fostering both innovation and efficiency. Whether in healthcare or finance, AI is not only boosting productivity but also redefining the future of work.
However, challenges remain. Although many business leaders acknowledge that their employees will require new AI skills, only a third of companies in the Netherlands and France are taking steps to help employees learn how to use this emerging technology. Moreover, research shows that lack of skills is the biggest barrier to AI adoption within organizations.
Where ARISA comes in
ARISA, a dynamic four-year transnational initiative funded by the Erasmus+ program, is dedicated to tackling skills shortages and bridging gaps in the workforce. The project’s mission began with the development of a comprehensive AI Skills Strategy for Europe, tailored to the evolving demands of AI-related professions. From there, ARISA will soon roll out curricula and learning programs which are tailored to the market needs and designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the world of AI.
Do you share the mission of bridging the AI skills gap in Europe and work towards a skilled and future-ready workforce?
The Artificial Intelligence Skills Alliance (ARISA) is happy to welcome new Associated Partners to become a part of its dynamic network.
Why consider joining us?
- Access the resources: Gain a competitive edge by accessing first-hand information and knowledge produced by ARISA.
- Pilot AI learning programs: Implement chosen parts or full ARISA AI learning programs, including top-notch teacher training materials and resources tailored for both technical and non-technical AI roles.
- Receive expert support: Get guidance from the ARISA partners to effectively implement AI learning programmes.
- Be part of a European Network: Showcase your initiatives on a European platform and connect with AI professionals, researchers, and organisations across various industries.
Wish to join us? First, read about the work strands in which you can get involved and define your desired level of contribution (you choose how much time you can dedicate). You will find all information here. Then, fill in the online form and wait until you hear from the ARISA team.
Sources:
- Less than half of European businesses help employees learn AI, finds LinkedIn | Euronews
- More Workers Need Help To Become AI-Literate, LinkedIn Study Shows (forbes.com)
- Helping companies upskill in the age of AI with new tools, free AI courses, and insights (linkedin.com)
- IBM Global AI Adoption Index 2023
- The Increase in Everyday Efficiency in Various Industries with the Use of AI – Arisa (aiskills.eu)
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ARISA workshops across Europe: Connecting European vision with local action
11 September 2025
To support the wide uptake of ARISA’s outcomes, partners across Europe have been engaging national stakeholders through a series of local workshops. Between March and August 2025, 13 workshops took place in 13 countries. In this article, we offer a summary of these workshops including key themes and outcomes.
Meeting the AI Act: Building the ecosystem of European AI literacy through cross-national policy engagement and cooperation
20 April 2026
The European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) of 2024 marks a shift from principle to practice in setting new standards for AI governance. The transition, however, from regulation to operational reality remains challenging, particularly in the case of AI literacy. Indeed, the AI Act sets expectations for a company’s staff to have a “sufficient level of AI literacy” in article 4. The term “sufficient level” is quite broad and may benefit from clearer guidance, as it can be challenging for many organisations - particularly those with limited resources, such as SMEs and start-ups - to interpret and apply effectively. During Artificial Intelligence Skills Alliance’s (ARISA) Final Conference on 26 March 2026, the panel discussion “From AI literacy to AI deployment: operationalising the AI Act across Europe” delved deeper into how policymakers may make the abstract concrete.
New learning resources released by ARISA: Empowering AI education and upskilling across Europe
28 November 2024
The Artificial Intelligence Skills Alliance (ARISA) has released a suite of new resources designed to boost AI education and training across Europe. These comprehensive materials aim to bridge the AI skills gap by supporting education providers, governments, industry leaders, and training representatives in skilling, reskilling, and upskilling individuals into AI-related roles.
