California schools are increasingly offering vegan meals due to student demand and climate concerns. This aligns with efforts to reduce emissions and allows young people to take control of their futures through their dietary choices while learning about food production and sustainable efforts.

American schools increasingly opt for meat-free lunches 

The rise of AI hiring tools and AI in the workplace is resulting in discrimination against older workers. As new technologies present a host of opportunities and challenges, there is a growing demand for business practices that prioritise AI inclusion and education for older professionals.

Older workers face exclusion due to AI bias 

An ageing population and overtime laws are placing pressure on Japan’s trucking industry, with the country projected to have 36% fewer truck drivers than needed by 2030. A new automated cargo transport corridor solution hopes to tackle labour shortages while reducing carbon emissions.

Conveyor belt road proposed to ease trucker shortage

Buddy.ai's virtual tutor offers lessons to children in English and other subjects. As parents look for innovative and accessible ways to help educate their kids at home, this app highlights how generative AI – which is quickly becoming a norm for younger generations – can lend a hand.

Buddy.ai gamifies everyday learning for young students

With a new name and renewed vision, Q Rising has launched a talent incubation and mentorship programme with Lagos Fashion Week. The initiative will equip local African designers with opportunities, knowledge, and resources at a time when there is a growing appreciation for locally made products.

Fashion incubator seeks to bolster African designers

France's Green Belt combats farmer retirements by removing barriers to the sector for young people, providing them with affordable plots, training, and market access. The project aims to prevent a food system collapse and foster new entrants while boosting local food networks.

Green Belt project empowers young aspiring farmers 

Some disillusioned workers in France are travelling out of the city to work the soil – but only for a few days a week. Seeking both meaning in life and financial stability, these workers are contributing to the popularity of multi-hyphenate careers spanning both urban and rural environments.

French seek meaning and money through part-time farming

Schools in England and Wales are tackling absenteeism with innovative measures like therapy dogs, wellness centres, and personalised support systems. These methods aim to create supportive environments that address students' mental health, engage families, and make schools more inviting.

UK schools are luring pupils in with dogs and prizes

Fiverr has launched a campaign to remind people that AI tools are only as good as the creatives using them. Encouraging professionals to focus on outcomes rather than the means used to achieve them, it highlights the enduring importance of human expertise in an increasingly AI-driven world.

Fiverr musical seeks to quell fears about using AI

A university in Ireland now offers a bachelor's degree in content creation and social media. Addressing the growing demand for influencer careers, the program aims to equip students with the practical skills and psychological tools to navigate the challenging realities of the creator economy.

Influencer university degree launches in Ireland

Passionfroot is an online marketplace aimed at connecting brands with business-focused content creators. As the creator economy continues to grow, there's an opportunity for brands to level the playing field for creators from diverse backgrounds by offering more ways to monetise their skills.

Berlin start-up launches digital marketplace for creators

Enterprise Flex-E-Rent has recruited a new cohort of 15 apprentices in the UK and Ireland to join its two-year HGV mechanic or panel beater apprentice programme. As people seek alternative career trajectories, brands are providing training and development to become part of a skilled workforce.

HGV apprenticeship programme supports practical careers

More companies are giving employees election day off, encouraging them to volunteer, or hosting nonpartisan info sessions. Brands supporting meaningful civic engagement during social and political turbulence demonstrates a commitment to democratic values and employee empowerment.

Brands support employee civic engagement for elections

AI-powered job application bot ‘AI Hawk’ is helping thousands of people apply for jobs on Linkedin. Frustrated by impersonal hiring practices - which increasingly use AI software in the screening process - people are using the bot to outsmart a system they feel is rigged against them.

Job-application bots are gaining traction

Widespread labour shortages and ageing populations in Europe have resulted in an urgent need for skilled migrants to boost economic growth. To tackle this challenge, Germany has approved new measures, including a new digital visa, to facilitate the migration of skilled workers from India.

Germany approves measures to attract Indian workers

As post-pandemic revenge travel slows, increased demand for corporate retreats is fuelling a welcome uptick in group bookings for the hotel sector. Amid an ongoing pushback against return-to-office mandates, the trend hints at a need for ‘new normal’ solutions to boost workplace cohesion.

Corporate retreat comeback offers boost to hospitality 

As part of its Self-Esteem Project, Dove is joining hands with kids’ YouTube channel Blippi to promote a healthy body image among preschoolers. Gen Alpha’s beauty anxieties are taking root even before the tween years, and brands have an opportunity to instill body-positive attitudes from day one.

Dove taps Blippi to help Gen Alpha build body confidence

Young Germans are reversing the decades-long trend of declining union membership and turning to industrial action to cope with economic and workplace challenges. It's a sign of how people are seeking anchors and communities to cope with problems that are too big to solve at an individual level.

German trade unions report rising youth membership

Asda has partnered with Colgate to provide free dental kits to schools in some of the most deprived areas of the UK, providing support to kids who face barriers to accessing dental care. It's an example of how brands are taking greater action to tackle health inequities in underserved communities. 

Asda and Colgate promote dental health in schools

Americans are deeply aware of AI's impact on the job market, and many are keen to upskill so they don't fall behind. But soft skills also remain in focus across generations. Canvas8 spoke to Gen Zers and Xers from across the US to understand their outlooks on the shifting careers landscape.

How are Americans staying ahead of the job market?

As technology transforms the job market, people are striving to future-proof their skill sets. Canvas8 spoke to nine Britons from Gens Z and X to find out what they want to learn and which qualities they prioritise as they navigate drastically different stages of their careers.

How are Britons staying ahead of the job market?

A study has revealed that Gen Xers are likely to be hit the hardest by the retirement crisis brewing in the UK. While reforms promise to deliver higher returns for pensioners, declining institutional trust means that people will be looking to brands for support around their retirement needs.

UK Gen Xers’ retirement dreams don’t match up to reality

A school for adults in Hokkaido, inspired by Danish educational institutions, is attracting people of all ages to engage in self-reflection and personal growth. As trust in traditional institutions wanes, this trend signals the need for brands to consider alternative pathways in learning.

Adult ‘School for Life’ gains popularity in Japan

Fintech start-up Fizz has revamped its money app, which empowers US students to manage their money with confidence. While there’s no shortage of finance apps aimed at Gen Z, it’s zeroing in on college students’ unique financial mindsets and challenges to achieve meaningful personalization.

Fizz helps college students achieve financial wellness

Airtasker allows users to outsource home tasks and chores, offering convenience for busy Aussies and income opportunities for gig workers. The platform’s huge popularity in Australia and ongoing global expansion highlight the rising role of task outsourcing in people’s busy modern lives.

Why Airtasker outsources chores for busy Australians

How are people future-proofing their employment? What kind of support do parents need to prepare Gen Alpha for their career journeys? How is anti-work sentiment shaping better office environments? And what do employees want from gender equity measures?

Careers Sector Snapshot: October 2024

JobJump, a trending AI tool for interview prep, exemplifies a broader shift toward tech-driven problem-solving. As people seek to outsmart traditional systems, AI assistance in professional settings raises questions about authenticity in a growing culture of using tech to get ahead.

Live AI can help candidates cheat in job interviews

The super-app announced a S$4 million investment in its gig workers' benefit program to provide better support for health and career progression. This highlights the growing expectations for companies to uplift employees' lives beyond work and how brands can commit to wellbeing.

Grab invests in platform worker welfare

Service provider Optus is doubling down on its commitment to the Australian small business community with its new campaign. As many owners struggle with the economic challenges of running a small business, the company shows an empathetic understanding and provides tangible support. 

Optus goes 'All In' on supporting Australian SMEs

Japanese start-up Irori Corp. has launched Crafty, a social media platform dedicated to crafters and artisans. Building on the domestic success of alternative social media apps, it’s offering a niche and empathetic community for the country’s side hustlers and small-business owners.

Crafty helps Japanese artisans build community

Demoralised by their career situations, many young Chinese are retreating from large cities to the countryside. This reverse migration might prove to be only temporary, but it highlights a growing desire to break with the career-centric life choices of previous generations in China.

Young Chinese rethink life choices away from cities

Latin American SMEs, key to the region's economy, face limited access to credit and complex regulations but many are leveraging fintech, digital connectivity, and new educational models to drive growth. Can they unlock their full potential and spark a local economic renaissance?

What do Latin American SMEs need to thrive?

Japanese employees have met a push to introduce a four-day workweek with scepticism due to the high social pressure Japanese feel toward work. However, attitudes might be changing with younger generations, and there’s an opportunity for brands to tap into this shift.

Japanese employees are sceptical of four-day workweek

More young Americans are embracing vocational trades, but both presidential candidates face challenges in mobilizing this untapped voting bloc. Gen Zers aren’t a homogeneous group, and more concerted efforts are needed to reach those who feel unrepresented by the political mainstream.

Gen Z blue-collar workers alienated from election buzz

Asics is continuing its Movement for Mind initiative through a foul-mouthed campaign starring Succession star Brian Cox, who encourages workers to escape their desks and get some exercise. People are emphasizing their fitness and mental health, so wellness is no longer separate from work.

Asics calls for workers to move for their minds

ASDA is tackling food waste and sustainability issues through an educational programme. As people become increasingly aware of environmental challenges and seek ways to contribute to sustainability efforts, brands can provide guidance and career and education opportunities.

ASDA trials educational sustainability initiative 

After decades of activism and growing public support for LGBTQ+ rights, Thailand has made history as the first Southeast Asian country to legalise marriage equality. But concerns around pinkwashing remain, and LGBTQ+ people have called on businesses to ensure their policies move with the times.

Thai marriage equality law spurs meaningful DE&I action

A new study reveals a persistent gender pay gap in the UK's architecture sector. As people demand greater equality and inclusivity in the workplace, businesses and brands can address the root causes of this disparity by collaborating with supportive collectives and groups to change systems from within.

Gender pay gap in UK remains high among architects

In collaboration with baseball star and brand ambassador Ohtani Shohei, Japan Airlines (JAL) has launched the Dream Miles Pass, which helps young Japanese gain overseas experiences. Faced with a bleak outlook, Gen Yers and Zers are looking to brands as sources of hope and support.

Japan Airlines enables youth to turn dreams into reality

Research conducted by nutrition and health app Lifesum reveals a staggering gap in menstrual health support in the workplace. People are increasingly prioritising holistic wellbeing and workplace equality, and the demand for comprehensive menstrual health support is growing.

Lifesum reveals gaps in workplace menstrual support 

Data shows that Gen Z is prioritising personal growth and work-life balance over traditional career trajectories. In light of this, companies may need to rethink their organisational structures and career development paths to attract and retain this generation of workers.




Gen Z is consciously "unbossing"

The 2024/25 Generational Snapshot of Gen Z looks at this cohort’s yearning for nostalgia and tangible experiences, the shifting nature of wellness towards being a 24/7 pursuit, young people’s evolving demands from the working world, and attitudes towards politics in a polarised landscape.

2024/25 Generational Snapshot of Gen Z

The latest promotion by Pizza Hut delivers pizzas with resumés printed on the boxes to prospective employers. This move aims to support job-seekers amidst the key hiring season and challenging job market while building brand loyalty among customers.

Pizza Hut supports job-seekers with resumés on boxes

Between a changing work environment and government cuts, young creatives in the UK have lost vital opportunities to connect and advance their careers. Digital spaces are stepping in to fill these gaps, but how can brands connect with these groups to foster creativity and a sense of community?

How digital spaces are reconnecting young creatives

Tiimo is an innovative visual planning app that addresses executive function challenges common among neurodivergent people. Its growing success signals an essential shift in how tools and technology can be designed to be more inclusive, catering to diverse cognitive profiles.

Tiimo courts neurodiverse users with productivity tools 

In a viral letter, the mother of a deceased EY India employee has accused the firm of driving her daughter to death by overwork. The controversy has thrust the country’s brutal workplace culture into the spotlight, and people are calling for meaningful brand actions to put employee wellbeing first. 

Indians demand accountability on EY overwork case

Deloitte UK is rolling out a progressive family leave policy giving all parents 26 weeks of paid parental leave, catering to a growing demand for improved work-life balance. This move also demonstrates the importance of gender equality and shared parenting responsibilities.

Deloitte UK introduces equal paid parental leave

A Leeds-based band have taken home this year’s Mercury Prize, citing regional funding as a key driver in their success. With the creative industries in flux, brands can forge authentic connections with local creative communities by helping fill the gap in material support.

Mercury Prize win highlights gap in creative funding

In Chengdu, all-women electrician classes are oversubscribed as Chinese women seek to enter the male-dominated electrical trade and learn practical skills for independent living. Women are redefining their role in the workforce, reflecting desires to dissolve outdated gender stereotypes.

38 Fix helps Chinese women break into electrical trade

A significant amount of American LGBTQ+ students attend schools with policies that actively discriminate against them, according to a new study. Despite growing acceptance of LGBTQ+ lifestyles, many young people still face official discrimination as culture war issues continue to deepen.

LGBTQ+ students face increasing discrimination at school

The charitable organization has commenced its annual Game to Change the World campaign aimed at Gen Alpha fundraisers. Gaming has become a pivotal tool in Gen Alpha’s sense-making practices, and young audiences will be expecting more than just immersion when it comes to virtual activations.

Comic Relief US nurtures Gen Alpha changemakers

A growing number of Gen MZ (Gen Y and Z) employees in South Korea are choosing to forgo promotions in favour of investments and side hustles. Youth in the country are pushing back against the extreme hustle culture, seeking work-life balance and financial gains outside of their jobs.

South Korea's Gen Y and Z choose side hustles over promotions

Asda Opticians has launched a new apprenticeship programme, giving optical assistant colleagues the opportunity to become a dispensing optician. Initiatives like these provide an opportunity for people to gain skills to progress in their careers, supporting those who choose alternative pathways.

Asda Opticians launches apprenticeship programme

Will universities survive the move away from traditional education? Will unequal technological upskilling perpetuate polarisation? In this part of the 2025 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about the rapidly changing state of play in the careers sector.

2025 Expert Outlook on Careers

Substack was founded as a writing platform, but it's quickly becoming a community and identity-building hub for influencers and brands by introducing new features like podcasting and video. What does this say about what American creators are looking for in their online channels?

How Substack reimagines the newsletter as a brand-building hub

As Canva expands its footprint in the UK, its generative AI model is being embraced by creatives using the accessible graphic design platform to increase their productivity and develop their creative potential. With tech-led innovations being adopted by more workers, how are working norms shifting?

How Canva is using AI innovation to empower UK workers

Amid a nationwide tendency for long work weeks and rigid hierarchies, Suntory stands out in Japan for all the right reasons. The worldwide beverage giant has an employee-first philosophy, treating mistakes as learning opportunities, aligning with Japanese employees’ desire for psychological safety.

How Suntory is helping Japanese people unlearn perfectionism

Nearly half of American adults say they’re planning to leave their jobs next year, with Gen Z respondents leading this trend. Disillusioned by traditional corporate culture, young workers are seeking more fulfilling ways to work and pioneering a shift in attitudes towards employment more broadly.

US Gen Zers are planning mass resignation

Penguin has unveiled a book vending machine for students in Scotland. Spotlighting diverse writers like Salman Rushdie and Toni Morrison, the initiative ensures young readers can access and appreciate diverse narratives, pushing a shift towards a more representative literary landscape in the UK.

Book vending machine boosts diverse education in the UK

More than half of US parents report needing financial assistance to buy the technology their kids need for their education, a worrying statistic as the back-to-school season kicks off. As tech becomes more essential in schools, parents seek reliable and affordable products for their kids.

US parents face financial barriers in buying tech for kids

M&S’s back-to-school campaign, ‘School Happens,’ captures the everyday chaos of school life. By focusing on the durability of its uniforms, M&S taps into parents’ focus on quality and value, offering a relatable take on what kids – and their clothing – really go through during the school year.

M&S shows durability and value in back to school spot

Freelance job platform Fiverr has launched a new campaign underscoring the value of freelancers, tapping Martha Stewart to draw attention to the importance of utilizing talent properly. As freelancing grows as a career path for Gen Z, brands are struggling to identify and use talent.

Fiverr highlights underutilized talent in new campaign

After years of being among fashion’s major influences, streetwear has been toppled by ‘corpcore’ according to a  2024 report by The RealReal. Driven by Gen Z’s presence in the workplace and return-to-office mandates, people are adopting more formal styles, though not without personal expression.

'Corpcore' topples streetwear fashion influence

As the older half of Gen Xers approach retirement age, many are without adequate pension funds to leave the workforce. As this group navigates a myriad of financial pressures, there’s an opportunity for brands to better support the needs of an often overlooked generation.

Retirement is becoming a distant dream for US Gen Xers

Long associated with the virtue of hard industriousness, or Fleiß, Germany is now seeing a change in attitudes toward work. Propelled by a return of unions and the sentiment of younger generations, people are seeking better work-life balance, despite alarm about economic productivity around Europe.

German Gen Z and unions drive changes to work culture

Teens are turning to summer jobs again in increasing numbers, reversing a decades-long decline. The cost of living crisis is pushing Gen Z to look for short-term work during the season. As teens look to get an early start on their careers, employers have an opportunity to attract young talent.

Cost of living crisis spikes Gen Z summer job growth

The internet has become obsessed with being ‘very demure, very mindful’ after creator @joolieannie showed followers how to be demure at work. Despite its satirical origins, the trend speaks to young people’s interrogation of tradition, even if they’re complying with the conventions they poke fun at.

'Very demure' gives workplace culture a viral glow up

An emerging wave of content creators is drawing attention to ‘unschooling’, a flexible education system that rejects the standard syllabus. After significant pandemic learning losses, Gen Alpha's education remains a topic of concern, and parents are seeking alternative learning methods.  

‘Unschooling’ influencers promote flexible learning

The UK has become a nation of side hustlers, with more people earning outside of their jobs and plenty of platforms helping them do so. From selling second-hand clothes to launching bonafide businesses, why are Britons topping up their pay, and how are their relationships to work changing?

What are the new norms of hustle culture in the UK?

Younger workers have gained a reputation for their disillusionment with work and the traditional structures that govern it. But what factors underlie these sentiments, and what do they mean for employers and workers alike? Canvas8 spoke to Dr Jared Scruggs about his research into the development and impacts of anti-work orientation.



Done with work?! The science of anti-work orientation

Gen Zers are embracing 'mini-retirements' to travel or pursue personal projects, challenging traditional work models. This trend is gaining traction on social media and reflects a shift toward valuing personal growth and experiences over continuous work, prompting companies to rethink resourcing.

Gen Zers use mini-retirements to focus on personal projects

An entertainment company has introduced a new benefit to encourage people to explore and expand their social lives comfortably. As people prioritise personal relationships and expect workplaces to offer holistic benefits, this move highlights the creative ways employers can retain talent.

'Tinder Leave' offers employees social life perks

Naukri, India's leading job platform, uses AI to enhance user search experiences. It offers tools for upskilling, identifying skill gaps, and recommending courses to boost employability. The nation's young population can benefit economically with the right education and employment.

How Naukri alleviates AI anxiety among Indian job seekers

Spotify has recently expanded its UK offer, introducing video-based courses for users. Initially focusing on music production, the platform has now broadened its educational content to include AI, recognising the growing importance of the technology in today's digital landscape.

Spotify AI video courses democratise AI education

The youngest members of Australia’s workforce face challenges as they find ways to make a path for themselves amid a cost of living crisis. As they navigate a competitive job market, they are unafraid to break down long-standing norms to find career options that suit their goals and preferences.

What’s driving Gen Z careers in Australia?

Amid South Korea’s economic downturn and shifting job-seeker preferences influenced by a low unemployment rate and traditional workplace norms, JobKorea launched AI-driven recruitment services to improve the emerging employee experience. What does this say about the job market in South Korea today?

How JobKorea fosters AI trust and job autonomy in Gen MZ

PepsiCo has launched the Planting Pathways initiative to provide opportunities for under-supported and early-stage farmers in Iowa. Intersectional environmentalism is key to developing a diverse and resilient ecosystem, and people are looking for targeted and holistic help from businesses.

PepsiCo pledges to support local farmers

With the cost of childcare stretching holiday budgets, many British parents are having to rethink traditional summer fun and find alternative ways of getting a break. With financial challenges for parents ongoing, brands have an opportunity to rewrite traditional rituals with cost front of mind.

UK parents rethink summer fun amid high living costs

Primark is freezing prices for select back-to-school basics at 2021 levels to help parents with the financial challenges they face at the start of term. With people looking for tangible support during the cost of living crisis, price freezes are a smart strategy for brands to show they care.

Primark is freezing back-to-school prices at 2021 levels

Indianapolis Public Schools will support US parents with Back to School Nights, a space to meet teachers and pick up school supplies. The move recognizes how urgent it is to support caregivers from underserved communities, alleviate financial burdens, and ease overstretched wallets.

IPS Back to School Nights support stretched parents 

Short video and live-streaming platforms like Kuaishou and Xiaohongshu are transforming recruitment in China. As live streams transcend e-commerce and entertainment to become an integral part of everyday life for Chinese people, traditional sectors can tap into these mediums to drive engagement. 

Chinese jobseekers turn to live streams to get a leg up

California's new safety measures protect workers by mandating safe indoor working conditions in extreme heat. As people increasingly feel the impact of climate change, employers and governments will need to address and manage the challenges people face while working in extreme weather.




California mandates indoor heat protection at work

IKEA has launched its 'Careers Done Different' campaign with a 'Co-Worker Game' that allows players to simulate career progression. This appeals to Gen Zers who often explore their identity through virtual worlds while offering new grads transparency on future prospects in an engaging format.

IKEA work simulator in Roblox entices new hires

After witnessing older generations being let down by traditional career paths and ideas of success, Gen Alphas feel more inclined to pursue their dreams. To support them, Yeo’s campaign draws on the motivational stories of three local teens who chose to stick to their own passions.




Yeo’s campaign taps into Gen Alpha’s career aspirations

Indian Edtech juggernaut Vedantu offers services such as preparation for competitive exams and traditional academic disciplines. Bridging the gap associated with rural India’s internet infrastructure, the brand is implementing hybrid learning approaches that blend online and offline education.

How Vedantu rethinks hybrid learning for Indian students

In a time of Australian financial insecurity, disadvantaged communities need more help than ever. Why are brands pledging their support to organisations like The Smith Family, and how can it encourage a giving culture in Australia, especially among those from younger generations?

How The Smith Family draws the line in Australia's youth poverty

A CrowdStrike software update on July 19th caused millions of Windows-powered devices to go offline. The outage reanimated anti-work sentiments, as people joked about wishing the issue had affected their workplace or implored whoever was responsible to knock out other Microsoft tools, too.

Microsoft outage memes rekindle anti-work sentiment

The UK criminal justice system is in crisis. In response to prison system challenges, a craft brewery in Oxford is offering training in ale brewing to previously incarcerated Britons, supporting new starts while addressing labour shortage challenges plaguing the country.

Tap brewery's training targets reoffending rates in UK

Ongoing inflationary pressures are set to dampen back-to-school spending in the US as parents take a restrained approach to consumption ahead of the new school year. Families are prioritizing value, and they look to brands that can help ease the pressure of back-to-school spending.

Financial strain squeezes US back-to-school spending

Gen Z don't want to work in tech, resonating with broader shift amongst this cohort towards more values-led employment. As young people reassess their career aspirations, brands have the opportunity to showcase their commitment to sustainability, social impact, and employee wellbeing.

Tech jobs lose lustre for values focussed Gen Z

Eton has joined a growing number of UK schools in banning smartphones for incoming students. The move aims to mitigate the negative impacts of smartphones, such as sleep deprivation, cyberbullying, low self-esteem, and anxiety, while also safeguarding adolescents and supporting focus in class.

Eton bans smartphones in a bid to protect students

Co-op has become the first UK retailer to publish a report on its socioeconomic pay gap. The company’s decision to go public with its pay gap reporting is likely to resonate well with customers who are increasingly expecting brands to provide transparency on DE&I.

Co-op report spotlights socioeconomic pay gap

Young Japanese workers are paying ‘resignation agents’ to help them with the complications of quitting their jobs. In the context of intense work culture, the move speaks to how Gen Z are hacking their way through difficult circumstances and finding novel ways to avoid uncomfortable situations. 

Young Japanese workers turn to resignation agents

The geography of jobs is changing, and although it’s not yet clear how things will shake out in the long term, digital nomadism is on the rise – though the stereotype of the White surfer bro coding at the beach is long outdated. So, who are today’s digital nomads and what are their challenges?

How digital nomads are shattering the status quo

US tennis star Coco Gauff has partnered with UPS on an ad to "inspire the next generation of small business owners." As enthusiasm around non-traditional careers and side hustles grows, younger generations are forging their own paths and looking for understanding from brands.

Coco Gauff and UPS aim to inspire Gen Z entrepreneurs

Nursing homes all over China have been transformed into low-cost hostels, attracting the nation’s young and burnt-out working class. More Gen Zers and Yers are shifting their life goalposts to align with their values, driving them to find respite in the pastoral away from the urban grind.

Chinese youth seek solace in repurposed nursing homes

TikTok users are divided over 'coffee badging' – an office trend where workers show up, get a coffee, and go home to finish the day. The trend points to a desire for greater career autonomy and is part of how younger generations question traditional work structures and office norms.

‘Coffee badging’ showcases desires for flexible work

Educational inclusivity is struggling to keep up with language shifts in a globalized world. Targeting language barriers, Timekettle rolled out AI-powered earbuds that translate taught content live for Texan school children whose levels of English proficiency prevent them from understanding it.

Timekettle leverages AI to push for school inclusivity 

Research has revealed that ageism remains a pervasive issue in Australian workplaces, with many over-50s admitting they feel undervalued and invisible at work. Despite societal efforts towards DE&I, there’s more to be done to drive tangible action around meaningful inclusion for older people.

Older Aussies face ageism in the workplace

European freelancers are looking to stay freelance long-term, according to research, pointing to a major shift in working norms post-pandemic. As workers have grown accustomed to the freedom of freelancing, many have begun to prioritise flexibility over economic security.

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