Lannert Judit, Hungary’s Minister for Education and Child Affairs, outlined her proposals on social media for how education should respond to contemporary challenges. In a Facebook post she said a coordinated European plan is needed to develop skills, while at the same time schools must refocus on basic competencies — particularly in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) and social media.
What the minister proposed
Lannert argued for a twofold approach: return to fundamentals so students acquire core skills, and develop a unified, continent-wide skills strategy across EU countries. She warned that current social and technological trends are fundamentally reshaping people’s lives, and education systems must respond accordingly.
The Dublin meeting
The minister attended an informal education ministers’ meeting in Dublin organized by the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, where the issue was discussed with experts and ministers from other member states. Participants also considered how existing scientific work on the topic could be translated into classroom practice.
Why this matters for Hungary
According to Lannert, the Hungarian government is working to build a child‑centred education system focused on:
- strengthening equal opportunities,
- addressing pupils’ individual needs,
- increasing the professional recognition of teachers and support staff and ensuring their continuous development.
She noted that many European countries face similar challenges: declining child populations, an aging society, and school networks and structures that are not well aligned with these demographic changes.
Implications and next steps
Lannert expressed support for the EU developing a single, coherent strategy to address these challenges. The Dublin discussions explored practical ways to apply research findings and existing professional materials in classrooms so that education can better respond to the pressures posed by AI and social media.
Her post and participation in the Dublin talks signal that Hungary sees strengthened European cooperation on education as important while domestically prioritizing children, teachers and foundational skills.
