Blowing in the Wind – a historical look at international developments in career guidance. The evolution of career guidance policy has often mirrored broader societal, economic, and political shifts—blowing in the wind of change across decades and continents. This webinar offers a historical overview of key international developments in career guidance policy, tracing its transformation from early vocational counselling models to contemporary lifelong guidance frameworks. By examining milestones in global policy initiatives, such as those led by the OECD, EU, ILO, and UNESCO, the session highlights how career guidance has been shaped by labour market demands, educational reforms, and social inclusion agendas.

Participants will gain insights into the interplay between national strategies and international influences, the role of evidence-based policy making, and the challenges of implementing coherent guidance systems in diverse contexts. The webinar invites reflection on past lessons to inform future directions in career guidance policy, emphasising adaptability, equity, and sustainability. John McCarthy founding director of the International Centre for Career Development and Public Policy (ICCDPP) will share his personal professional journey
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