The DIAMOND project, funded under the Horizon Europe program, aims to enhance labor market participation and resilience through innovative re- and upskilling solutions. The project is designed to address the growing skill gaps and the risks of unemployment exacerbated by the ongoing digital transformation and green transitions. These societal and economic shifts are creating new employment demands that many unemployed individuals, particularly those from vulnerable socio-economic backgrounds, are ill-prepared to meet.

DIAMOND’s main goal is to strengthen economic fairness by creating a human-centric, agile, and personalized approach to skill development. It disrupts the traditional top-down approaches in active labor market policies (ALMPs), which often fail to engage unemployed individuals effectively. Instead, DIAMOND proposes a novel pathway that integrates digital learning platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), and tailored micro-credentials to empower individuals to self-manage their learning and career transitions.

DIAMOND’s innovative approach revolves around the creation of two core solutions:

• The EGROW Index: This is a comprehensive taxonomy that measures an individual’s employability growth, combining both empowerment capabilities (such as self-efficacy and autonomy in learning) and transformative capabilities (like digital and green skills). This index helps identify the personal learning preferences and skill gaps of individuals, ensuring that the re- and up-skilling programs are tailored to their needs and increase their labor market readiness.

• MOVEE (Modular Versatile Platform for Engagement and Employability): MOVEE is a cloud-native platform designed to provide a personalized and agile ecosystem for lifelong learning. It uses AI-driven recommendations based on the EGROW Index to guide individuals through relevant re- and upskilling programs. It offers modular learning formats, micro-credentials, and immersive learning experiences (such as virtual reality), making learning accessible, engaging, and adaptable to labor market demands.