Lifelong learning
Working paper
Forces at work: adult learning and the Australian labour market
This working paper explores how major economic forces are transforming the way Australians develop skills across their working lives. The paper highlights why lifelong learning is becoming essential for individuals, employers and the broader economy. It presents evidence and insights on four key dynamics that are driving the growing importance of lifelong learning.
Report
Education policy outlook 2025
This report explores how countries and economies can strengthen individuals’ agency as lifelong learners. Drawing on analysis of policies across 35 education systems, as well as international evidence and policy developments, the report explores how countries design and implement lifelong learning policies. It identifies four critical life moments when individuals are particularly open to learning.
Report
Learning that works: skills for today and tomorrow
In a modern and dynamic labour market, a focus on lifelong learning across Australia’s workforce is more important than ever. Work-related learning is a vitally important component of successful lifelong learning. This report is both a snapshot of where Australia is at and a roadmap for where it needs to go.
Strategy
Public partnerships for public benefit: the NSW Higher Education Strategy 2025-29
The strategy sets out a framework to enable stronger collaboration between government and universities that targets workforce needs, student pathways, equity and effective public policy. The strategy was developed in partnership with the state’s public universities. It outlines principles for collaboration and sets out four shared priorities and a series of actions.
Guide
Media literacy in the library: a guide for library practitioners
As information providers and hubs for lifelong learning, libraries have always been resources for helping communities develop media literacy skills. This guide offers resources and ideas to plan programs and activities to teach media literacy skills to adults.