Austria’s Programme for AI Literacy and Skills is being developed to improve AI knowledge and digital skills across the population. It focuses on groups with lower digital literacy, such as the elderly and rural residents, and promotes gender diversity in AI skills. The programme aims to broaden Austria’s pool of IT and AI experts.
Name in original language
Programm für KI-Kompetenz und Fähigkeiten
Initiative overview
The Programme for AI Literacy and Skills in Austria is a national initiative aimed at improving AI understanding and digital competence among citizens. The programme has officially kicked off in July 2024 with an expert event and is aligned with Austria’s broader national digital literacy and skills strategy and the national AI strategy.
Key objectives include:
- Promoting AI literacy among population groups with lower digital skills, including the elderly and people in rural areas
- Enhancing gender diversity in AI and technology-related skills
- Broadening the national pool of IT and AI experts to meet future labour market needs
The programme will adopt inclusive approaches and targeted educational measures to reach underrepresented groups and ensure equitable access to AI education. It also aims to strengthen Austria’s overall digital competence, supporting the country’s innovation and competitiveness in AI-related fields.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Ministry for Digital and Economic Affairs
