Minister Harris launches Global Citizens 2030 - Ireland’s International Talent and Innovation Strategy
From Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science
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From Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science
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Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris, has today launched Global Citizens 2030 - Ireland’s Talent and Innovation Strategy.
This strategy will aim to ensure Ireland is a first choice destination for international learners, researchers and innovators, underpin a new level of collaboration between Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain and enhance Ireland’s influence in EU education and research policy.
Speaking today, Minister Harris said:
“At a time when countries begin to look inward, I hope this strategy sends a clear message of Ireland’s commitment to continue to be a global, diverse society and for some a beacon of hope and educational opportunity.
“We want to attract the best generation of international learners, researchers and innovators to Ireland.
“That brings significant benefits for our economy but also our society. It helps us address the skills needs we have but also helps open opportunities through diversifying our education communities.”
Global Citizens 2030 is underpinned by six core pillars. Among the core objectives are to:
Minister Harris added:
“As part of Global Ireland we will deploy Talent and Innovation Attachés in key locations across the world to help deliver this ambition.
“However, this strategy is about more than just attracting international students to Ireland. It is also about partnering with industry to recruit hundreds of high calibre PhD students to tackle national and global challenges like climate change, pandemics, water poverty and cyber-security.
“It is about giving Irish educated learners the opportunities to become global citizens. The European University initiative, for example, enables seamless mobility – physical, virtual or blended – for learners, researchers and innovators to develop their international competencies.
“And it is about further developing the education and research that plays a unique role in building the friendships, co-operation and strategic relationships underpinning cross-border collaboration.
“I am excited about this strategy and I am keen to work with our many stakeholders to make it a reality."
These pillars are supported by seven flagship initiatives: