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The global business alliance connecting business leaders and policymakers to bridge the skills gap through Quality Apprenticeships.

We mobilize companies, international organizations, and country networks to advance quality apprenticeships globally and locally.

Trusted by the world’s leading employers and institutions.

Launched in 2014 by four founding partners.

A new chapter

Influence and Reach

GAN Global bridges the public and private sectors so people gain future-ready skills and employers access the talent they need.

apprenticeship opportunities enabled each year

country networks across 6 continents

international projects implemented

How we work

We connect public and private organizations committed to apprenticeships and skilling, from global policy to local delivery.

We build knowledge on how to design and implement quality apprenticeships through projects and member, partner, and network expertise.

We share best practice from employers and partners to help scale what works.

Talent is an asset,
not a cost

Degree inflation and rapid technological change are reshaping hiring. Quality Apprenticeships offer targeted skills, stronger retention, and measurable return.

Promoting Quality Apprenticeships with the Global Alliance for Youth

Global reach, local expertise

GAN Global operates through country networks that adapt a shared model to national priorities, employers, and labor markets.

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Publications

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Principles for AI and Apprenticeships

A practical one-pager to integrate responsibly AI into apprenticeship programs.

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GAN Members

Membership is built for employers and institutions shaping workforce development, with access to peer learning, visibility, and policy platforms.

Influence apprenticeship agendas through GAN Global and country networks

Exchange best practices through peer-to-peer activities

Engage with policy platforms including International Labour Organization (ILO), International Organisation of Employers (IOE), Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) and Business at OECD