Nordic Network for Lifelong Learning
The Nordic Network for Lifelong Learning (NLL) supports Nordic cooperation in policy development and implementation regarding lifelong learning and competence development. NLL is a collaborative platform for adult education providers and policy makers. NLL builds interdisciplinary networks across all the Nordic countries, focusing on the priorities of the Nordic Council of Ministers. More about NLL here.
News
In Finland, a shift towards Smart Prisons is occurring in both old and new prison facilities. These institutions now make use of the technology that we need in our everyday lives.
The Lifelong Learning Congress brought together over 400 participants to explore strategies for cross-sector collaboration in the field of lifelong learning.
In her recent ELM editorial on the theme of Flexible Learning Approaches, NLL head coordinator Antra Carlsen explores flexible learning and highlights micro-credentials as an important tool for supporting it.
Articles
The Faroe Islands have created the Serbreyt programme to give those youngsters who struggle with the traditional requirements of upper secondary schooling the chance of an independent and fulfilling life. The programme supports students as they transition into working life and enhances social inclusion by focusing on general skills.
Axxell is working to boost general competencies through thematic strands during training and education – especially for young students. This prepares them for future working life and the challenges they will face in society as a whole by helping them to develop technical, social and communication skills.
The project team behind the project “Age is not an obstacle III”, consisting of Latvians, Lithuanians, and Estonians, has developed training materials that make it easier for seniors to learn and use digital programmes and platforms according to their needs.
Events
Digital delaktighet i Norden – hur tar vi nästa steg?
October 16, 2025, Stockholm
The Nordic network for Lifelong Learning is hosting a stakeholder-meeting om on digital inclusion and integration.
Resources
Explore a range of resources provided and developed by NVL and NVL’s thematic networks.
The European Year of Skills in the Nordics
NVL Digital Toolkit
The Nordic Quality Compass
