An in-depth overview of the EU cohesion funds’ investments in skills in the context of the European Year of Skills

This report dives into the European Union’s (EU) cohesion funds to reveal how much the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), and Just Transition Fund (JTF) are investing in skills development. Through a combination of quantitative and qualitative research, it breaks down the share of planned funding for education, training, and skills, across relevant investment priorities, programmes, and Member States. The report also highlights the types of activities and target groups benefiting from these investments, offering a clear picture of the financial commitments and projected participant numbers in skills-related initiatives.