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Global Research Organizations on Education and Workforce Demands

This is a comprehensive list of global organizations and research institutes that provide evidence-based insights into education, career qualifications, and workforce demands. These resources are organized by region and are valuable for YOUthConnect’s high school and university students in the MENA region.

Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW)

A U.S.-based research center focusing on the relationship between education, career pathways, and workforce trends. It provides key reports on College ROI, Workforce Demand, and Skills Development.

UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS)

The statistical branch of UNESCO, offering global education data, including literacy rates, enrollment, and career readiness. Their Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report and SDG4 Indicators provide essential insights.

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) – Education and Skills

OECD provides education systems analysis, workforce skills research, and employment outcome insights across its member countries. Their flagship reports include Education at a Glance, Skills Outlook, and PISA.

World Bank – Education Statistics (EdStats)

A comprehensive global database that tracks education metrics, literacy rates, and employment trends, offering country-wise workforce and education alignment.

International Labour Organization (ILO) – Skills and Employability

ILO researches global employment trends, vocational training, and skill gaps. Key reports include the World Employment and Social Outlook and Global Skills Trends Report.

Burning Glass Institute

Focused on the future of work, job market trends, and labor market analytics, Burning Glass Institute provides data-driven research on automation, AI, and skills development.

RAND Education and Labor

Conducts research on education policy, workforce training, and labor market shifts, with reports analyzing higher education outcomes, vocational training, and career readiness.

VOCEDplus – International Tertiary Education Research

A free global database on vocational and tertiary education trends, workforce needs, and skills development. It covers workforce training policies across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America.

European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop)

Cedefop specializes in labor market trends and vocational education in Europe, with key reports on Skills Forecasting and European Labor Market Insights.

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) – Human Resources Development Working Group

APEC provides insights into education, skills, and workforce development across the Asia-Pacific region, with reports on Digital Skills and Workforce Readiness.

African Economic Research Consortium (AERC)

AERC focuses on economic policy and higher education trends in Africa, with research on education’s impact on labor markets across the continent.

Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO)

ALECSO examines education and workforce integration in the MENA region, providing reports on skills gaps and employment readiness in Arab nations.

Americas Society/Council of the Americas (AS/COA) – Latin America Workforce Development

AS/COA focuses on workforce development and education trends in Latin America, offering insights into skills development programs across the region.

National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) – U.S. Department of Education

NCES tracks education data and workforce alignment in the U.S., publishing reports on college completion, employment trends, and vocational education.