In the 2025–2027 period, EBSN will focus on supporting the implementation of the European Commission’s Action Plan on Basic Skills and contributing to the Union of Skills initiative. Through policy advocacy, peer learning, and professional development programmes (like the EBSN Capacity Building Series and Professional Development Series for Basic Skills Teachers), the network will empower members to drive inclusive, evidence-based reforms.

EBSN also supports EU Member States in addressing the challenges highlighted in the OECD’s PIAAC results by helping to raise awareness, build strategic capacity among national and regional stakeholders, and strengthen the professional development ecosystem for educators, trainers, and guidance staff by establishing Microcredentials. In parallel, the network seeks to engage with Pact for Skills partnerships to co-create inclusive upskilling pathways that address the foundational skills needs of employees, ensuring their active participation in the digital and green (twin) transition.

In response to growing innovation in adult education, EBSN is also facilitating cross-border knowledge sharing on how digital technologies can enhance basic skills teaching and learning, and on how data and learning analytics can be better utilised in policy planning. As a new member of the LLLP community, EBSN looks forward to contributing to shared European efforts to advance equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning for all.