CEPIS

CEPIS is the representative body of national informatics associations throughout greater Europe. We seek to promote best practice for IT professionals and users throughout Europe.

Council of European Professional Informatics Societies

ICODSIP 2025

The second edition of the International Conference on Digital Skills and IT Professionalism (ICODSIP) concluded after two days of intensive exchange on the future of digital competences, artificial intelligence, and the evolving landscape of IT professionalism in Europe.

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A right to secure communication and effective encryption for Europe

Secure and confidential communication is a cornerstone of our democratic society and a fundamental prerequisite for a functioning digital economy and society. Trust in our IT infrastructures is essential for Europe’s digital future.

IT Professionalism Europe

Advocating for IT professionalism - the maturing of the ICT profession - has always been one of CEPIS's top priorities. To take its commitment to the next level, CEPIS, together with ICDL Foundation, launched a flagship initiative - IT Professionalism Europe (ITPE).

Our members

CEPIS represents 30 national professional informatics associations from 29 greater European countries. See which countries are part of CEPIS.

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ICODSIP 2025 Highlights Europe’s Digital Skills Priorities and the Future of IT Professionalism

20 November 2025

The second edition of the International Conference on Digital Skills and IT Professionalism (ICODSIP) concluded after two days of intensive exchange on the future of digital competences, artificial intelligence, and the evolving landscape of IT professionalism in Europe.

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DigComp 3.0 Launches

4 December 2025

The European Commission has released DigComp 3.0, the most updated version of the EU’s Digital Competence Framework, marking a significant step toward strengthening digital skills across education, employment, and society.

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CEPIS Warns Of Chat Control “Light”

18 November 2025

CEPIS welcomes the proposed changes in the new proposal that eliminate the mandatory nature of on-device CSAM detection. This significantly improves balancing the crucial protections for children online with the security and privacy risks for society as a whole. However, we are worried that other aspects of the new proposal still bring high risks to society without clear benefits for child protection.

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BHT and HTW Berlin Launch Intersectional Research to Boost Women in Tech

30 September 2025

A new joint research project by Berliner Hochschule für Technik and HTW Berlin explores how intersectionality can unlock gender diversity in IT. By examining how factors like gender, origin, age, and career path combine to create unique barriers, the study aims to provide practical tools for making the IT industry more inclusive and equitable.