G20 Education Working Group (EdWG) Seminar

The G20 Education Working Group (EdWG) Seminar on Mutual Recognition of Qualifications in a Global Context, took place on 27 May 2025 at the Sun City International Convention Centre, South Africa.

International labour migration, education and skills mobility, and employability are closely interconnected challenges that significantly influence global education and labour markets. These issues highlight the importance of globally recognised qualifications and the need for individuals to acquire relevant skills to remain employable in an increasingly interconnected world.

Explored how education systems can promote:

- Solidarity

- Equality

- Sustainability

View the programme: https://www.jet.org.za/resources/2025-05-15-g20-seminar-2-edwg-concept.pdf

JET CEO, James Keevy was a featured speaker and moderator during the panel discussion on Navigating the Future: The promises and pitfalls of micro-credentials.

Panelists:

• Dr Noshmee Baguant, Ag Head, Regulatory Affairs and Accreditation Division, Higher Education Commission, Mauritius

• Mr Simone Ravaioli, Director Global Ecosystem and Innovation, Instructure, Italy

Online Panellists:

• Ms Shizuka Kato, Skills and Lifelong Learning Policy Specialist, Skills and Future Readiness Division, Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

• Dr Jako Olivier, Adviser: Higher Education, Commonwealth of Learning (COL).  Watch the livestream