BRICS South-South Knowledge Series 2026: Online Skills Development Programme for Global South Participants
Overview
The BRICS South-South Knowledge Series 2, titled Skills for the Future, is an international online learning programme focusing on skills development, vocational training, and lifelong learning. Organised by the International Labour Organization Emerging and Special Partnerships Unit and the International Training Centre of the ILO, the programme promotes knowledge exchange and institutional cooperation among BRICS countries and the wider Global South.
The curriculum consists of three interactive webinars examining skills intelligence, vocational training, industry partnerships, entrepreneurship, lifelong learning, and inclusive employability in response to technological change, demographic shifts, and the green transition. The instruction is delivered in English entirely online.
Who can apply
The programme targets professionals, policymakers, and skills development practitioners across the Global South. This includes representatives of training institutions, employers and workers organisations, development practitioners, and professionals involved in workforce planning, labour market research, youth employment, women economic participation, and the informal economy.
What you get
Up to 50 full scholarships are available for applicants from the Global South, though candidates must confirm scholarship conditions and coverage directly with the organisers. The standard listed participation price is €220. Participants gain opportunities to learn from international experiences, engage with other professionals, explore practical policies and tools, and access knowledge resources through the South-South Meeting Point.
How to apply
Interested candidates should visit the official International Training Centre of the ILO website, search for the programme, review the webinar themes and participation requirements, and follow the official registration instructions. Applicants are advised to confirm scholarship eligibility, check whether a separate scholarship application is needed, and verify applicable deadlines and participation costs prior to registration and payment.
Key dates
The programme runs from 9 to 27 November 2026. The application deadline is 16 November 2026.