Bloomberg Philanthropies 8d ago

What does it take to create education systems that lead directly to opportunity? At Bloomberg CityLab 2026, Jenny Kane, Head of Career and Technical Education at Bloomberg Philanthropies, joined education and workforce leaders Amela Zubovic of ETH Zurich, Ricardo Espinoza of the OECD, and Mike Firestone of the City of Boston to explore how cities can create stronger pathways from education to employment. From apprenticeships and work-based learning to employer partnerships and industry-recognized credentials, their discussion explored how cities can better prepare young people for high-growth careers while helping employers build the workforce they need. Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Aspen Institute brought mayors, policymakers, and urban innovators from around the world to Madrid for Bloomberg CityLab 2026 to strengthen global cooperation and share practical, city-led solutions to today’s biggest challenges. This year’s summit built on Bloomberg Philanthropies’ partnership with the City of Madrid under Mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida and its growing work to strengthen local government leadership and capacity across Europe. For more than a decade, Bloomberg CityLab has convened influential mayors and global leaders to exchange ideas, share what works, and shape solutions with impact far beyond city limits. About Bloomberg Philanthropies: Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 700 cities and 150 countries around the world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The organization focuses on creating lasting change in five key areas: the Arts, Education, Environment, Government Innovation, and Public Health. Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg’s giving, including his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy as well as Bloomberg Associates, a philanthropic consultancy that advises cities around the world. In 2024, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $3.7 billion. Subscribe to the Bloomberg Philanthropies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTBGx5nppO4o_fOy7hqgyMg More from Bloomberg ​Philanthropies: X: https://twitter.com/BloombergDotOrg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloombergdotorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloombergdotorg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bloomberg-philanthropies Website: https://www.bloomberg.org Sign up for the Bloomberg Philanthropies Impact Newsletter: https://www.bloomberg.org/sign-up #BloombergPhilanthropies #CityLab #CityLabMadrid Creating Stronger Pathways from Education to Employment | Bloomberg CityLab 2026 https://youtu.be/Uk5wyD-ceZ8