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Why join SkillsForward?

The world of work is changing fast. AI and human skills are now essential for growing in your current role or exploring new opportunities.


With SkillsForward, you will:

Gain skills for the future of work

Use AI tools to make everyday and professional tasks easier

Stand out in competitive job applications


Advance in your career

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What SkillsForward offers

All for FREE!

Downloadable toolkit

Get quick AI tips and example prompts you can start using right away.

Access three short, practical courses on using AI for job applications, career growth, and AI safety.

AI Bites

Live webinars

Join webinars where you can learn from experts, ask questions, and connect with others.

Career Orientation Day: Meet professionals, get personalized career advice, and grow your network.*

Special events

Kiron AI Innovation Summit: Learn from experts about the future of AI.

Choose between two 9 week tracks combining self-paced learning and live sessions.**

Top participants receive access to additional free learning resources after the program ends.

Cohort learning pathways

Continue learning

For selected participants

*Primarily for participants in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.
**Limited to 1,000 participants across two cohorts – January and April 2026

For everyone who applies

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Boost Your Career with AI

Learn how to use AI to work smarter and get better results.

You will explore:

  • Basics of AI
    Understand concepts like machine learning and generative AI, and how they apply to real-world scenarios.
  • Prompt engineering
    Learn to write effective prompts that generate better results.
  • Building AI tools
    Use no-code AI applications to solve everyday challenges.
  • AI across different industries
    Explore how AI is transforming business, healthcare, finance, and more.
  • Ethics and the future with AI
    Understand the ethical implications, biases, and impact of AI on society and work.

Certificates available

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  • Discover your strengths
    Identify what you do best and turn it into a career advantage.
  • Communicate with impact
    Express your ideas clearly and confidently through storytelling, persuasion, and active listening.
  • Solve problems creatively
    Approach challenges with curiosity and make effective decisions. Navigate bias and conflict betterBuild inclusive teams, resolve conflicts, and strengthen collaboration.
  • Adapt in the age of AI
    Develop emotional intelligence and flexibility to stay relevant in changing workplaces.
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You will learn to:

Drive Your Success with Human Skills

Enhance the timeless human skills that set professionals apart in the age of AI.

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Choose a pathway

Online learning: Self-paced + live sessions

9 weeks

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2 hours / week

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Opening session
Start your journey with an onboarding session to learn more about the program and connect with your peers.

Closing Session

Share your learning outcomes, receive feedback, and expand your professional network. Top performers can also present their projects and win prizes at the Kiron AI Innovation Summit.

Each pathway includes interactive sessions to connect with peers and experts.

Live online sessions

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Get ready for the jobs of tomorrow

You’ll gain

AI Readiness

Learn to use AI for your daily work, career growth, or job search.

Enhanced Employability

Advance in your career with new, practical skills.

Networking

Connect with experts and peers through live webinars and events.

What Kiron learners say:

“I learned how to better approach interviews. This boosted my confidence and helped me prepare for job opportunities.”

Mehmet

Previous Kiron learner

“This course was very easy to follow… it offered a lot of original material with excellent delivery. A truly enjoyable experience.”

Enis

“Kiron opened doors for me to accelerate in my career. Without Kiron, I would not have gotten to this point.”

Can I Join?

This program is for you if:

  • You have basic digital skills for online learning
  • You are a refugee, asylum seeker, or migrant facing barriers
  • You have at least a B1 English level to follow the learning content
  • You can dedicate 2 hours per week for 9 weeks and attend two live sessions.
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Fill in the application form – it only takes 3 minutes!

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Confirmation

Receive a confirmation email with your toolkit and AI Bites access.

Join the AI Bites short courses and online webinars

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Introduction

If selected, join one of the learning pathways.

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Start learning

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is SkillsForward?

SkillsForward by Kiron supports refugees and migrants to gain the AI and human skills needed to succeed in a changing world of work. The program is supported through LinkedIn’s Future of Work Fund, LinkedIn’s signature philanthropic program focused on expanding economic opportunities for professionals overcoming barriers.

Is the program online?

Yes, all courses and live sessions are online. You only need a device and a stable internet connection to participate.

What happens after I apply?

You’ll get a confirmation email with links to your toolkit and the short self-paced AI courses. If selected, you’ll receive details to join the next pathway.

Do I receive a certificate?

Yes, you will receive LinkedIn certificates upon course completion.

How much time do I need for the learning pathways?

Set aside at least 2 hours per week for 9 weeks. Time can also vary based on familiarity with the topics and English level.

What do I need to do to complete the program successfully?

You need to take the courses, create a final project, and attend the two live sessions.

When will the learning pathways start?

Two cohorts: January 12, 2026, and April 13, 2026.

I already applied to other Kiron programs. May I sign up for this program as well?

Of course! You may apply to more than one program as long as you have enough time and motivation to balance the workload efficiently.

Do I need to prove my English proficiency?

No. The minimum B1 level requirement is to have a reference for what you need to follow the learning content. If you are unsure about your level, you can take a placement test using free online tools, eg, Cambridge English Assessment.

Is the program free?

Yes, it is free for all selected participants.

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Gain essential artificial intelligence (AI) knowledge to excel in your job search and workplace.

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Questions? Contact us via: skillsforward@kiron.ngo

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