DIGI-net

📢 Sharing opportunities to join COST Action DIGI-net! In the latest issue of Kyiv University newspaper, we highlight the involvement of Taras Shevchenko National University’s Faculty of Economics in our COST Action. 🤝 Together, we are changing the world of science!

On March 27, 2025, a workshop was organized, “The Impact of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence on Labor Market Inequalities in Relation to the Ageing Population.” 💡 How are companies adapting to an ageing workforce? 💡What does digitalization mean for older employees?

📝 New Policy Document Alert! We're excited to share our latest publication: "Digitalisation and Older Workers in Ireland: Policy Challenges and Recommendations." 👉shorturl.at/J5roa

Dragos Adascalitei from Eurofound: employment rate grew for both older men and women, participation rate of older women has increased faster than for men, still, gender employment gap in older age persists (12 pp)

Pietro Checcucci about factors influencing longer working lives

Pietro Checcucci dived into "Labour Markets, Older Workers and Business Digitalisation"

Will Bartlett and Ivana Prica provided reasons for low employment rates of older workers on demand side: they may be less productive (health issues, reduced dexterity, lack of up-to-date skills), BUT they can have greater level of experience, improved job-specific knowledge

Will Bartlett and Ivana Prica provided reasons for low employment rates of older workers on supply side: poor health, lack of job search support for workers who lose their job, family responsibilities

We are at the University of Tirana and discussing older workers' issues on a policy workshop

🎥 Older Migrants in the Job Market with Matt Flynn Our latest video delves into their experiences, highlighting their obstacles. 👀 Watch and learn more about: youtu.be/PHVZz98gfb4 #Inclusion #Diversity #OlderMigrants #JobMarket

🚀We're delighted to share insights from the June 6th, 2024, workshop at the National University of Ireland, Dublin 🔗 Read more in the attached file for detailed insights and takeaways! shorturl.at/5DmdB

In April 2024, we launched the DIGI-net Young Researchers and Innovators (YRI) Forum. Young researchers will access a unique platform for collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth by joining. 🔗 Watch the video here: youtu.be/dNd2rGoS5uo

🎥 Iris Finger speaks with Nataliia Tkalenko about the pressing challenges in the world of digitalization. Tune in to hear 55+aged worker insights on how technology reshapes her life! 👉 Watch the discussion here: youtu.be/aJAG0A8pzaE #Digitalization #TechnologyTalks

Dr. Sula from "Aleksandër University" of Durrës, Albania, attends STSM, a fascinating research journey at the Research Group Evori, Faculty of Education, University of Leon, Spain with project "AI Skills for Lifelong Learning"

Join Us Live for Our Policy Event on Workplace Digitalization! 📅 Date: June 6, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10 AM - 4 PM (Irish time) / 11 AM - 5 PM (CET) 📍 Live Streamed Event: shorturl.at/ytUSw @maeveosull @galwaycairnes

👥 The Older Workers' Reference Group is expanding with a participatory approach to better understand older worker perspectives. Get involved with Merita Xhumari: youtu.be/BsEbh-q4Cgw

🌟 Memories of a fantastic meeting in Bratislava where we dove deep into exchanging ideas on the influence of digitalization and AI on older workers. Such productive conversations and collaborative spirit among experts from various fields! 🎥 youtu.be/S94xa2b_vQI

How can corporations better support employees who are also informal caregivers? Share your thoughts, and let's work towards a more supportive workplace together! youtu.be/dc_OeqtU7dQ #CaregivingSupport #WorkLifeBalance

✨ Jim Ogg , Training School Coordinator, shares his thoughts about the importance of training schools for young researchers and innovators 🔥 Landry BOTOKOU, PhD Researcher in Aging and Late Employment, dives into expectations from training school 🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=HovyLv…

🌟We're proud to announce the creation of the Young Researchers and Innovators Forum (YRI Forum)!