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+Skills
Micro-credentials – what they are and how they can help you
Micro-credentials – or digital badges – help you boost your skills in less time than a traditional degree. Here’s what you need to know.
Jobs+Skills
The pros and cons of a tight jobs market
Labour shortages have pushed up wage growth. This benefits low-paid workers but can add to inflation risk - bringing more workers into the market can help.
Jobs+Skills
Upskill for green jobs of the future
Green jobs: Found in a wide range of sectors from healthcare to construction, green talent in the workforce has grown almost 40% since 2015.
Cybersecurity
Can closing the cybersecurity skills gap change the world?
Digital infrastructure supports almost every aspect of our lives. To protect against damaging cyber attacks we need more cybersecurity professionals.
Workforce and Employment
Reskilling Revolution: Preparing 1 billion people for tomorrow’s economy
The Reskilling Revolution has mobilized an impressive multistakeholder community of over 350 organizations. The Forum is working with governments, and global businesses to provide 1 billi...
Gender Inequality
International Women’s Day: 2 experts say flexibility for everyone would make workplaces more equal
As the world marks International Women’s Day, we asked two of the authors of the Global Gender Gap Report what they expect for gender equality in the workplace in 2022.
Jobs+Skills
Creativity amid chaos: how the cultural sector can help business
In an increasingly volatile business environment, the cultural and creative sectors can provide vital skills and human capital for corporate companies
Davos 2022
Japan must restore trust in the future among youth – here’s how
For a brighter future, Japan must invest in youth, generate good jobs and ensure healthy and productive longevity for the world's fastest-aging population.
Jobs+Skills
3 steps to improve your time management skills
There are 3 steps for effective time management: plan, consider potential interruptions and then align it with your time management or contingent plan.
Davos Agenda 2022
Navigating ‘The Great Relearning’ revolution
Record numbers of people have quit their jobs in The Great Resignation – some are choosing to retrain and learn new skills. How can HR embrace this trend?
Davos Agenda 2022
How to finance the new global clean energy economy
The new global clean energy economy will rival today's oil market in size by 2050. The developing world requires equal access to clean energy finance to benefit.
Davos Agenda 2022
3 ways to deliver an enhanced employee experience
Today’s challenges present a unique opportunity for businesses to reimagine their people strategies in order to attract and retain talent in the future.
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