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The aim of the webinar was to introduce partners and members of the teams to the 2026 ReferNet Activity 3c on Survey on the development and use of digital credentials and digital tools.

This activity addresses a topic that is both timely and strategically important, as digital credentials and digital tools are increasingly shaping how learning outcomes are recorded, recognised, and used across education, training, and the labour market.

The event was opened with an introduction to the ReferNet 2026 workplan and an update on the status of the network delivered by Ioannis Katsikis, ReferNet coordinator. Then, Cedefop expert Zelda Azzarà introduced the activity, and guided us through some tips and hints on how to complete the survey. Her presentation was be followed by a Q&A session.

Participants were asked to prepare for the webinar by exploring the relevant circular related to the activity in advance. Coordinators were also invited to nominate any new members of their teams who will work on the deliverable to take part.

The privacy statement to the meeting together with the presentation of the 2026 ReferNet Activity 3c on Survey on the development and use of digital credentials and digital tools are available below.

Please note that the meeting was recorded and has been made available on the relevant event page of the ReferNet platform for all those who will not manage to join us in the live session. 

Speakers

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Ioannis Katsikis
Expert - ReferNet coordinator, Cedefop

Ioannis N. Katsikis is the ReferNet Coordinator at Cedefop. An Innovation Engineer by education, he holds an MSc in Environmental Policy & Management and an MBA: Business Process Management, both from the University of the Aegean, Greece. He is also the holder of an MPhil in Architecture and Space Planning from the School of Architecture at the National Technical University of Athens, Greece. Prior to joining Cedefop, he worked as an Academic Tutor at the University of Athens and as a freelance Strategic Management Consultant (2005-2013) while studying for a PhD at the Athens University of Economics and Business.

He gained valuable experience by participating in major international R&D projects and offered consulting services to national governments (Greece, Romania, Georgia, Turkey) and as a Research Advisor to international organizations (BSEC, EU). He has published more than 170 research papers in academic journals, edited books, and international conferences (such as AOM, SMS, EGOS, BAM, ERSA). He has received three international awards in recognition of his research (AoM, BAM, ERSA).
 

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Zelda Azzarà
Expert in qualifications and credentials, Cedefop

Zelda Azzarà has been a Cedefop expert in the Department for VET and qualifications since 2021. She works on qualifications and EU transparency tools and principles, particularly within the context of the European and national qualifications frameworks and learning outcomes approach. Currently, she is responsible for the project on transparency and transferability of learning outcomes.

Previously, she worked at the European Commission, DG Employment and Social Affairs, where she was responsible for supporting the implementation of the EQF, including EQF Advisory Group activities, and was involved in initiatives related to Europass, validation of non-formal and informal learning, ESCO, and the Skills Agenda. Before that, she worked as a researcher, including in university. She holds a master degree in Political Science and International Relations from LUISS University, Rome, Italy.

Event details

Event Date(s)
13/01/2026
Event Type
Webinar
City
online event
Country
Greece
Participation
Restricted participation
Cedefop involvement
Organiser
Keywords

Download

ReferNet webinar 2026.1 privacy statement

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ReferNet webinar 2026.1 - Activity 2026.3c presentation

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Contacts

Contact
Ioannis Katsikis
Expert - ReferNet coordinator, Cedefop
Contact
Chryssa Zekou
Assistant - ReferNet