Schedule

Moderator: Urmas Vaino

9.30

Registration and welcome coffee

10.30

Kristina Kallas – Minister of Education and Research

Greetings from the Estonian Minister of Education and Science

10.40

Riin Saluveer – Economic Adviser, European Commission
Patricia Navarro-Palau – Expert, OECD
Representative of Cedefop
Aune Valk – Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, University of Tartu
Reio Puistaja – Vocational Teacher, Tartu VOCO
Karmen Paul – Head of School, Viimsi Gymnasium
Maria Kütt – Vice Chair of the Board, PARE (Estonian HR Management Association)

Skills as a Bridge Between Education and the Labour Market

How do different countries collect information on labour market changes and ensure it quickly reaches education curricula?
In this panel discussion, we will explore the role of schools in developing young people’s future skills and consider where the responsibility of the world of work begins in preparing learners for the future.

12.30

Lunch

13.30

Kirke Maar – Head of AI Team, Government Office of Estonia
Tarmo Jüristo – Chair of the Board, SALK
Mart Lumeste – Co-founder, Intium Tech
Urve Mets – Research Manager, OSKA

Skills in the Age of AI

Which occupations and skills are growing in demand, and which are declining?
We will explore the impact of artificial intelligence on labour market needs and examine how demand for different skills is changing in response to technological developments.

14.50

Coffee break

15.20

Kerli Požogina – Development Manager of Skills System, Estonian Qualifications Authority
Otto Jõeleht – Digital Development Analyst, Estonian Qualifications Authority
Aimi Püüa – Manager of Skills Assessment, Estonian Qualifications Authority
Anu Realo – Psychologist and Professor
Kadri Haavandi – Career Teacher, Paikuse Basic School
Gea Liblik – Head of Human Resources, Saku Õlletehas
Oliver Mets – Chair of the Council, Estonian Association of Mechanical Industry

Estonia’s Digital Skills Story

How have young people’s skills changed?
We will introduce a forward-looking digital solution designed to support skills development and assessment. In the panel discussion, practitioners will share their observations and insights on how young people’s skills have evolved over time.

16.30

Exchange of experiences and networking

Opportunity to join a guided tour of the National Library

18.00

Doors close