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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 13h

Three weeks to go until Get the Nation Learning Week 🙌

Every year, our Strategic Partner @learnworkuk.bsky.social shines a light on making (and winning) the case for lifelong learning

We're looking forward to this year's activities

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4o9Emb7

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 1d

We're delighted to share that @ufiventures.bsky.social has invested in Gladys as part of their £1.5m funding round

Gladys' AI-led platform aims to transform the UK home care sector by connecting local carers and helpers with those seeking care

Read more about the investment: https://bit.ly/4n3OqBx

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 1d

Launched today, the recommendations by the Digital Badging Commission set out a bold plan for how digital badges can transform the way we recognise skills in the UK

Watch the live launch at 3pm: https://bit.ly/4q99clX

Download the report: https://bit.ly/4n2jlOz

#DigitalBadging

Digital Badging Commission Recommendatins Report mock-up titled "From skills to growth: A plan for digital badging in the UK"

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 4d

Our Strategic Partnership with @aoc-info.bsky.social aims to transform the use of technology in further education

This partnership draws on @jisc.bsky.social insights, resources, and networks to add value and catalyse the change we want to see

Learn more: 📽️
https://bit.ly/46p4jgU

Empowering FE - Introducing the Association of Colleges and Ufi VocTech Trust Strategic Partnership

Ufi and the Association of Colleges (AoC) are working in partnership to increase the use of vocational technology in further education (FE) colleges to provide access to learning and skills, and improve outcomes for post-16 vocational learners. This vi...

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 4d

If digital badging is to reach its full potential, we need a clear, coordinated strategy to guide it

The Digital Badging Commission, led by Ufi and The RSA will launch their digital badging recommendations on Monday at 2:30pm

Join us in-person or online to learn more: https://bit.ly/46DdzOl

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 5d

This month, @amplifyfe.bsky.social celebrates its 5th anniversary

Here at Ufi, we proudly support #AmplifyFE through our strategic partnership with @altuk.bsky.social

AmplifyFE is a thriving FE community full of activities, events, and opportunities: https://bit.ly/46EFI7T

#Education #EduSky

Illustrated map for Amplify FE showing key hashtags within their FE Community

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 6d

Our investment in the £6.75m WorkerTech Fund by @resfoundation.bsky.social builds on the success of the £1.5 million WorkerTech Partnership

Since 2021, this partnership has impacted over 358,000 workers and provided transformational change for over 5,600 workers

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nec9jh

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 7d

Great to hear you also covered skills on your panel 😊

You can learn more about what we do at Ufi here: ufi.co.uk/how-we-work/

We've supported some brilliant green energy projects. It's great to see you're driving change in this area too

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 7d

15 minutes until our "AI, Growth and Skills" panel discussion starts

If you're at The Conservative Party Conference today, be sure to join us in the Skills Hub at 10am

We hope to see you there!

#PartyConferences #ConservativePartyConference #CPC25 #FutureOfWork #Skills #UKSkills #UKEconomy

Ufi VocTech Trust panel at the Labour Party Conference 2025, featuring 5 panellists sat in a row with branded banners behind them

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 8d

We're hosting our "AI, Growth and Skills" panel discussion at the Conservative Party Conference tomorrow at 10am in the Skills Hub

Join us as we explore technology’s role in bringing aspiration and opportunity to vocational education

#CPC25 @aoc-info.bsky.social #Skills

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 8d

Your expertise could shape the future of skills

We’re looking for independent assessors to support our funding decisions at Ufi

Training provided, assessments are paid roles, and all assessors are kept anonymous

Find out more ⤵️
https://bit.ly/46QRB9s

#GrantFund #Assessors #EdTech

Join our assessor pool | Ufi VocTech Trust

Title Unlocking the full potential of technology to get adults learning. Ufi are currently looking for people to join our pool of assessors who help us review applications for grants If you are interested in joining our team of independent experts...

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 11d

Our investment in the £6.75m WorkerTech Fund by @resfoundation.bsky.social builds on the success of the £1.5 million WorkerTech Partnership

Since 2021, this partnership has impacted over 358,000 workers and provided transformational change for over 5,600 workers

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nec9jh

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 13d

You can read our Labour Party Conference reflections here: ufi.co.uk/news-insight...

Reflections on the Labour Party conference 2025

The Labour Party Conference made one thing clear: skills and technology are at the heart of the UK’s growth agenda.

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 13d

We had a great time at the Labour Party Conference, where we hosted an AI, Growth and Skills panel discussion as part of the Skills Hub

Thanks to everyone who contributed such valuable questions, comments, and conversation starters

@aoc-info.bsky.social #LPC25 #PartyConference #EduSky #Skills

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 13d

Applications for the GoodTech Ventures Accelerator Cohort 4 close on Monday at 10am 📢

This 8-week programme offers supports for early-stage, London-based ventures building tech-for-good solutions for a stronger society

Interested? Apply now: https://www.goodtech.ventures/c/accelerator-info/

GoodTech Ventures banner with a large, bold title that reads "Join Cohort 4"

Underneath, a smaller CTA reads "Applications close Oct 6 10:00am

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 15d

Are you attending The Labour Party Conference this week?

If so, we hope you'll join us in the Skills Hub tomorrow at 10am for our panel discussion

We'll be exploring "AI, Growth and Skills: What does vocational technology mean for Labour’s industrial strategy?”
@aoc-info.bsky.social #LPC2025

Ufi at Labour Party Conference

Join us to discuss 'Ai, Growth and Skills: What does vocational technology mean for Labour's industrial strategy?" - 30 September, 10am, Skills Hub

CTA button: ufi.co.uk/party-conference

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 18d

Our friends at @edgeuk.bsky.social are on a mission to boost apprenticeships for young people in SMEs

Their "Apprenticeships Work" campaign highlights the benefits of apprenticeships, spotlights great initiatives, and calls for action

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nyqgzB

#Apprenticeships

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 19d

We're overjoyed to be shortlisted for the @learningtechuk.bsky.social awards alongside six (yes, SIX) Ufi-supported organisations 🎉

We look forward to celebrating everyone's successes in November

📸 : Photos from last year's Learning Technologies Awards

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 20d

How can digital badges transform the way we recognise and reward skills?

Join us in-person or online on 13th October to discover the Digital Badging Commission's recommendations for digital badges in the UK

Save your space: www.badgingcommission.org/news/recomme...

#DigitalBadging #Learning

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Edge Foundation @edgeuk.bsky.social · 21d

Digital badges are already helping learners and workers make their skills visible. Edge Trustee and @ufitrust.bsky.social CEO Rebecca Garrod Waters explains -
www.edge.co.uk/news-and-eve...

Why digital badging must be at the heart of how we recognise skills for work

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 22d

It's a lovely blue-skied day in Bournemouth where Josh, Ufi's Head of Public Affairs, is having a great time tuning into the sessions at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference

@conference.libdems.org.uk #LDConf #FutureOfWork #PartyConference

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 22d

Ufi-supported Chrome Angel Solutions are hosting an interactive session tomorrow to show how Virtual Reality is transforming rail industry training 🚆

Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/4ncNsDZ
Learn more about our support for Chrome Angel Solutions: https://bit.ly/4nbpau0
#VR #EduSky

Virtual Reality game used for railway industry training showing a virtual train station with text boxes sharing options to find the next train or arrange assistance. There's also a guide text box at the bottom containing further instruction

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 22d

These events give investors and industry leaders the chance to discuss market activity, co-solve challenges, and share opportunities across Future of Work and VocTech

If you're interested in being part of future Venture Breakfasts, reach out [email protected]: ufi.co.uk/ufi-ventures...

Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 22d

This week, our @ufitrust.bsky.social team are at the Liberal Democrat Conference in Bournemouth

We look forward to catching up with industry peers, stakeholders, and policymakers while there

Learn more about our upcoming party conference activity: https://bit.ly/3VnECHa

Making the case for VocTech and skills at party conferences

Ufi's activity at the Liberal Democrat, Labour and Conservative party conferences 2025.

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Ufi VocTech Trust @ufitrust.bsky.social · 25d

Want to issue digital badges, but not sure where to start?

Use The Digital Badging Commission's new example badges to get started: https://ufi.co.uk/news-insights/digital-badging-commission-launches-national-digital-badging-toolkit/

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Digital Badging Commission launches national digital badging toolkit

The Digital Badging Commission has launched a national digital badging toolkit to support skills recognition across the UK. The Digital Badging Commission, a partnership led by Ufi and the RSA, has launched a suite of free, customisable

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