Germany Launches Nationwide Action Weeks to Secure Skilled Workers by 2025
Germany's Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs (BMAS) is hosting nationwide action weeks until September 28, 2025, focusing on securing skilled workers and providing opportunities for various groups. Over 493 events are taking place, involving numerous organizations and networks, with support from prominent figures in civil society and politics.
The action weeks aim to showcase the commitment of labor market actors in securing skilled workers. They target the unemployed, parents with young children, older workers, people with disabilities, and foreign skilled workers. Minister Bärbel Bas emphasized the need for a strong labor market and skilled workers for a competitive economy. Events include job fairs, career events, advisory services, and practical examples on recruiting international skilled workers. Notable participants include youpaN, Caritas, BGW, and the 'Gemeinsam gegen Sexismus' alliance. The Boys' Day initiative involves over 400 institutions and companies across Austria and Germany, with support from figures like Berlin Senator Cansel Kiziltepe and Caritas President Eva Welsko-Deffaa.
The action weeks highlight daily efforts in securing skilled workers and shaping Germany's future of work. An overview of events can be found on the Initiative New Quality of Work (INQA) website and in a downloadable PDF overview.
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