Preparedness Education in Europe - 2025
In response to the increasing frequency of climate-related incidents, cyber threats, and geopolitical instability in Europe, the European Union has developed a Preparedness Union Strategy, aiming to support Member States’ capacity to respond effectively, which is both a national and a shared European duty. The strategy comprises actions to bolster Europe's capacity against geopolitical tensions, cybersecurity risks, and climate change. One of them stresses the importance of including preparedness in school curricula and training staff, linking it with the Union of Skills.
This report focuses on enhancing population preparedness through education, particularly in early childhood and primary education. Based on information applicable in the 2025-2026 school year, it explores how European systems understand and integrate notions of 'preparedness education', teaching risks related to natural and technological hazards and promoting effective emergency cooperation.
The report highlights the approaches taken by education systems to equip the new generation with preparedness skills and it is structured in five sections covering curriculum inclusion, teacher training, quality assurance, the role of the European Union, and national plans for further action.
