Kottayam to Host November Conclave on Emerging Career Trends

Quick Summary

• The Career Guidance and Adolescent Counselling Cell of the Directorate of General Education’s higher secondary wing will host a three-day international conclave in Kottayam, Kerala, starting November 21.
• The event aims to address career advancement challenges driven by technological changes such as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. It seeks to empower students, mentors, and policymakers with tools for adapting to evolving career landscapes.
• Participants at the conclave will include academic scientists, researchers, and practitioners across multidisciplinary fields like psychology, education, sociology, and labor economics.
• Key themes of discussion include:

– Future of work and digital transformation: Impact of AI on careers; strategies for success in gig economies and remote/hybrid workplaces.
– Human-centric skills and well-being: Emphasis on emotional intelligence, soft skills training, and enduring career success methods.
– Innovation entrepreneurship & social impact: Business innovation scaling frameworks; ethical leadership principles highlighted within professional ecosystems.