by InTrieste
A pressing need for 96 thousand skilled workers in the next five years has prompted the regional councilor for work, training, and education, Alessia Rosolen, to emphasize the urgency of investing in the education and training of new generations. Speaking at the final day of the 3rd edition of “Made in Fvg – Ambassadors of Excellence” in Pordenone, Rosolen stressed the importance of bridging the gap between education and the workforce.
The initiative, aimed at high school and university students in Friuli Venezia Giulia, sought to familiarize them with the region’s technological parks and production facilities. Rosolen highlighted the demographic crisis and the need to retain local talent while attracting others to the region, emphasizing the untapped potential.
The project, involving the Employment & Business Development Agency and Ardis Fvg, aimed to showcase the region’s offerings in terms of training and employment. Rosolen emphasized the importance of informing and intriguing students about the employment opportunities within the region’s production realities.
Breaking away from the traditional perception of science parks as exclusive to researchers, Rosolen emphasized the need to open doors and spread awareness of the opportunities these centers offer. The goal is to reduce the longstanding gap between education and the workforce by adapting professional, higher, and university training to market demands.
The “Made in Fvg – Ambassadors of Excellence” project will continue into 2024, with planned visits by selected companies to schools in March. The subsequent phase in April will see students exploring production activities, fostering a practical understanding of potential careers in Friuli Venezia Giulia. The initiative reflects the region’s commitment to making young people aware of employment opportunities and positioning itself as an attractive destination for those starting their careers.
