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📣 We’re proud to announce that CEPIS has joined the Connecting Women In Digital (WiD) Forum! This marks another important step in our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality in the digital sector across Europe. By joining WiD, CEPIS becomes part of a vibrant European network of experts, practitioners, and changemakers united in driving systemic change in tech. We're looking forward to contributing to impactful policies and shaping Europe’s digital future. We’re also proud that Petra Kotuliakova, Chair of the CEPIS DiversIT Charter and head of our Women in Tech Expert Group, represented CEPIS at the exclusive WiD Forum launch event in Brussels — a testament to our active role in championing diversity and inclusion at the highest levels. 👉 We encourage our Member Societies to join WiD by applying to the WiD Forum and help build a more equitable and inclusive IT profession across Europe. Read more: https://lnkd.in/euCDJMuX #CEPIS #WomenInDigital #DigitalInclusion #GenderEquality #DiversityInTech #EUdigital #WiDForum #TechForAll

Want to submit your paper proposal or project for ICODSIP 2025, but not quite ready yet? Good news - the deadline for submissions has now been extended to 5 September 2025! 📜 Submit your contributions on digital skills, IT professionalism, female tech talent, skills frameworks, labour market trends and other topics for the opportunity to share your work with professionals and academics from all over Europe! 👉 Find out more on the conference website: https://lnkd.in/eVdk3Wc3

CEPIS welcomes the final version of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice that was developed by independent experts and shared with the European Commission yesterday. This Code is a key tool to help the AI industry align with the upcoming AI Act, specifically its provisions on general-purpose AI (GPAI) — which come into effect on 2 August 2025, with enforcement beginning in 2026–2027. 🔍 What's inside the Code? - Transparency: A practical Model Documentation Form to help providers meet disclosure requirements. - Copyright: Clear guidance on aligning AI development with EU copyright law. - Safety & Security: Risk management best practices for advanced GPAI models, especially those posing systemic risks. ✅ Voluntary adherence to the Code offers: - Reduced administrative burden - Increased legal certainty - A head start on AI Act compliance 📅 Next steps: Once endorsed by Member States and the Commission, the Code will be complemented by official Commission guidelines clarifying which GPAI models are in scope. Even though this is a voluntary tool, we encourage all applicable companies and organisations to engage with it, as it provides valuable benefits to both the signatory and to Europe's AI landscape. #AI #GPAI #AIACT #ArtificialIntelligence #EUdigital #TrustworthyAI #TechPolicy #AIRegulation #AIEthics

📢 The second edition of the International Conference on Digital Skills and IT Professionalism (ICODSIP) is approaching, and now is the time to get involved - one month left until the deadline to submit your project or paper proposals! 👉 More info on requirements and submission process on the conference website: https://lnkd.in/eVJ8tvJ5 ICODSIP is organised by CEPIS, together with Universidad de Alcalá, and Asociación de Técnicos de Informática. Follow this space for more info on ICODSIP! #digitalskills #itprofessionalism #womenintech

💫 Yesterday, the Chair of our Women in ICT expert group and leader of the CEPIS DiversIT Charter Petra Kotuliakova joined other influential stakeholders at the launch event of the Women in Digital Forum in Brussels. We were particularly happy to see the emphasis on the topic of retention of women in tech professions, as this is a crucial but often overlooked part of ensuring that Europe has the supply of ICT professionals to meet its needs. CEPIS will be closely following the activities of this initiative and getting involved as much as possible. We urge our community to do the same! 🙌

📢 Save the date: ICODSIP 2025 on 6-7 November! 📜 Submission of papers and projects now open! We are very proud and excited to announce that the second edition of the International Conference on Digital Skills and IT Professionalism (ICODSIP) will be held on 6–7 November 2025! Once again kindly hosted by the Escuela Politécnica Superior of the Universidad de Alcalá) in Alcalá de Henares, Spain, and co-organised by Asociación de Técnicos de Informática. Calling on stakeholders to submit papers and projects in the following 2 tracks: Track 1 – E-competences and IT Professionalism: Focuses on the development, assessment, and classification of IT professionals’ skills and competences. It highlights the talent shortage, the role of education and frameworks (like EN16234, ESCO), and the need for research-based approaches to better align education, certification, and job market needs. Track 2 – Digital Competence and Skills: Covers the broader digital skills required by all individuals (not just IT professionals) to thrive in a digital world. It emphasises frameworks (like DigComp), digital literacy for all, large-scale assessments, gender balance in IT, and adapting training to evolving tech trends (AI, misinformation, etc.). 👉 Check out the details on conference and paper submissions: https://lnkd.in/eVJ8tvJ5 Submit your contributions by 27 July 2025! The event is supported by the our member societies Consejo General de Colegios Profesionales de Ingeniería Informática - CCII, German Informatics Society, Slovenian Society Informatika and Associazione Italiana per l'Informatica e il Calcolo Automatico. Stay tuned for further announcements, and we hope to see you in Alcalá in November! #ICODSIP #digitalskills #ITProfessionalism #EUprojects #womenintech #ecompetences

🌍 Last week, CEPIS was proud to host its AGM and Expert Group meetings in the vibrant city of Vienna - a hub of innovation and collaboration. Our expert groups came together to exchange knowledge, align strategies, and strengthen our shared mission across key areas shaping Europe’s digital future: 🔐 Cybersecurity, led by Kai Rannenberg 📘 Digital Skills Policy with Luis Fernández 👩💻 Women in ICT and DiversIT Charter with Petra Kotuliakova 🏫 Informatics Education with Irene Bell 🔬 Research & Development with Aida Omerovic 💼 IT Professionalism and IT Professionalism Europe with Mary Cleary FICS Dip IoD 🤖 Artificial Intelligence with Meltem Gönenç Eryılmaz The passion, insight, and expertise shared during these sessions remind us of the importance of a united effort in advancing digital excellence and inclusion across Europe. A huge thank you to all participants for your contributions! 💪 #CEPIS #DigitalSkills #Cybersecurity #WomenInTech #InformaticsEducation #AI #ITProfessionalism #DigitalEurope #TechPolicy #Innovation

So excited to kick off the conference "Computer Science in Education - by Humans, for Humans" together with the Austrian Computer Society in Vienna! This morning, we will hear about CS in higher education, with an emphasis on diversity, inclusion, women in technology and accessibility. Looking forward to amazing speakers, engaging panels and plenty of networking with Austria's best minds! #computerscience #education #womenintech

⏳ Only two weeks left! As technology continues to shape our future, how we teach computer science matters more than ever. A human-centered approach—one that emphasises creativity, ethics, and real-world impact—is key to inclusive and empowering CS education. Join us at the International Symposium on CS in Education co-hosted by CEPIS and the Österreichische Computer Gesellschaft (OCG) on 13–14 May 2025 in Vienna. Expect inspiring keynotes, expert panels, and hands-on sessions — plus a spotlight on young researchers during “Computing – Empowerment in Action” on May 14. 🆓 Free to attend | 🎟 Registration required | 🗓 Limited spaces 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ei8VjGMP 👉 Check out the programme here: https://lnkd.in/eDSt4x3W Let’s shape technology through education — together. #ComputerScience #Education #TechForGood #InclusiveCS #STEM #DigitalEmpowerment #OCG #CEPIS

🚀 Opportunity: free online training on Digital Inclusion! We’re excited to invite you to an engaging 3-day online course organised by All Digital as part of the Erasmus+ Digital4All project. Led by digital competences expert Sandra Troia, the training is designed for educators, digital professionals, and anyone passionate about making online learning more inclusive. 📌 What you’ll learn: ✔ Digital inclusion & equity ✔ Inclusive e-learning platforms & AI in education ✔ Assessment methods for inclusive learning 🗓 When: • 6 May | 11:00–13:00 & 14:00–16:00 (CEST) • 7 May | 11:00–13:00 & 14:00–16:00 (CEST) • 8 May | 11:00–13:00 (CEST) 💻 Where: Online via Microsoft Teams 🌍 Language: English 📄 More info: https://lnkd.in/euqHsqVh 📝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eiUpnGuV Let’s work together to make digital learning accessible for all! #DigitalInclusion #EdTech #OnlineLearning #ErasmusPlus #Digital4All