With the DigiWork project, we achieved all our initial objectives: our first goal was to improve the digital skills of adults aged 45-60, a group often excluded from the benefits of digitalization. We wanted to bridge the digital divide that limits their employment opportunities and social participation. In addition, we committed to providing practical tools and high-quality learning resources, such as e-learning modules and the DigiWork Guide, to facilitate autonomous learning and help educators with tested tools to customize training according to the needs of participants. During the implementation, we realized that we achieved three new objectives: 1. Support adult learners and companies, with practical materials to self-learn and recognize their acquired skills; 2. Through local face-to-face and small-group activities, customize the materials especially for those with diverse skills and a more cautious approach to digitalization. Finally, 3. We promoted collaboration between educators and companies to create a sustainable network for the exchange of good practices, with the aim of generating a positive and lasting impact.
We implemented the DigiWork project to address the growing digital divide among adults aged 45+, 50 and 60, a population group often excluded from the opportunities offered by modern technologies. Our first activity, research and focus groups, highlighted that many adults struggle to acquire essential digital skills, negatively impacting their social inclusion and employment opportunities. The project, which was conceived to respond to these needs, now offers a tailor-made e-learning training program, integrated with a practical guide for educators and a series of training materials for self-training of adults, for EDA organizations and for companies interested in improving the digital skills of this target. Through video modules and face-to-face training sessions, DigiWork aimed to improve the digital skills of over 300 adults, bridging the gap between their current skills and the needs of the contemporary labor market. Working in close collaboration with companies and educational institutions, we ensured that the content was relevant and adapted to the real needs, including work, of the participants.