# HUMAN-IT -  COST Action 24167


## Posts

- [Young Researcher and Innovator Grant Spotlight: Jelena Lukić Nikolić at MES 2026](https://cahuman-it.eu/young-researcher-and-innovator-grant-spotlight-jelena-lukic-nikolic-at-mes-2026/): We are pleased to highlight the participation of Jelena Lukić Nikolić from Modern business school Belgrade / Visoka škola modernog biznisa, hashtag#Serbia, in the XII International Scientific Conference “Media and Economy” (MES 2026) in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, supported by a Young Researcher and Innovator Conference #Grant under COST Action #CA24167. Jelena Lukić Nikolić presented “Exponential Human Resource Management as a Catalyst for Agile Organizations”, contributing to the visibility of #CA24167 and WG1 – Digital HRM. The conference brought together around 50 participants from across the region and beyond, creating valuable opportunities to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence, automation, […]
- [WG1 in Bucharest: Shaping the Future of Digital HRM and Exponential Technologies](https://cahuman-it.eu/wg1-in-bucharest-shaping-the-future-of-digital-hrm-and-exponential-technologies/): Over two intensive and collaborative days, the #CA24167 Working Group 1 came together in #Bucharest to discuss the emerging findings from WG1 Deliverable 1.1, with a particular focus on exponential technologies and HRM, digital HRM, AI and HR analytics. The discussions explored key concepts, trends and implications, as well as the research gaps, methodological needs and ethical challenges shaping the future WG1 research agenda. Through World Café and co-design sessions, participants identified key research, practitioner, training and ethical implications, while developing and refining innovation projects with attention to target users, implementation, validation and responsible-AI safeguards. The meeting also helped define priorities, […]
- [WG2 in Bucharest: Turning Research Insights into Practical Impact](https://cahuman-it.eu/wg2-in-bucharest-turning-research-insights-into-practical-impact/): Over two intense and inspiring days, the Working Group 2 came together to discuss the emerging findings from Deliverable 1, focusing on disruptive innovation, exponential #HRM, employee experience, well-being and inclusion, and to begin translating this evidence into concrete directions for Task 2. Through a series of collaborative and co-creation sessions, we worked together to identify key needs and gaps, map priority stakeholders, and co-design possible training, awareness-raising and communication initiatives. The discussions aimed to bridge research and practice by exploring how the evidence generated within WG2 can be transformed into meaningful and actionable initiatives for workers, HR professionals, managers, organisations […]
- [Day 2 of the CA24167 HUMAN-IT Core Group and WG Leadership Meeting: Planning Grant Period 2](https://cahuman-it.eu/day-2-of-the-ca24167-human-it-core-group-and-wg-leadership-meeting-planning-grant-period-2/): The second day of the CA24167 HUMAN-IT Core Group and WG Leadership Meeting in Bucharest focused on the preparation of the next phase of the Action, with particular attention to the scientific, networking, implementation and budget priorities for Grant Period 2. The day began with a recap of the key points emerging from Day 1, followed by a discussion on the scientific and networking priorities for GP2. Working Group leaders contributed to identifying priorities across WG1, WG2 and WG3, while also considering opportunities for stronger cross-WG collaboration and the expected scientific and networking outputs for the upcoming period. The meeting then […]
- [Day 1 of the CA24167 HUMAN-IT Core Group and WG Leadership Meeting in Bucharest](https://cahuman-it.eu/day-1-of-the-ca24167-human-it-core-group-and-wg-leadership-meeting-in-bucharest/): The first day of the CA24167 HUMAN-IT Core Group and WG Leadership Meeting took place at the National University of Political Studies and Public Administration (SNSPA) in Bucharest, bringing together Core Group members, Working Group leaders and Subgroup leaders. The meeting opened with a review of the overall implementation of the Action and the main achievements of Grant Period 1. Discussions focused on progress made so far, the development of the HUMAN-IT network, and the priorities to be addressed as the first Grant Period approaches completion. A significant part of the day was dedicated to the progress of the three Working […]
- [STSM Spotlight: From Research to Public-Sector Transformation](https://cahuman-it.eu/stsm-spotlight-from-research-to-public-sector-transformation/): As part of HUMAN-IT – COST Action 24167, PhD(c) Gerta Ismailaja, member of #WG3 – Social Transformations, Policy and the New Job Market, carried out a Short-Term Scientific Mission #STSM hosted by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mariya Peneva at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), #Sofia. The visit creates an important #bridge between research and public-sector practice, exploring how digital transformation is reshaping institutional capacity, workforce adaptation and future skills through an #Albania–Bulgaria perspective. Gerta’s professional experience in Albania’s public administration brings a valuable practitioner dimension to HUMAN-IT, demonstrating how our Action connects academic knowledge with the institutions navigating technological […]
- [WG1 Plenary Meeting: Reviewing Progress and Coordinating Year 1 Deliverables](https://cahuman-it.eu/wg1-plenary-meeting-reviewing-progress-and-coordinating-year-1-deliverables/): In July 2026, #WG1 of HUMAN-IT – COST Action 24167 held its online Plenary Meeting, bringing together WG1 members to review progress across the four task groups and coordinate the next steps of the Working Group. The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the outcomes of the Annual Assembly and WG1 working sessions in #Lecce, assess the progress achieved within each task, collect feedback from members, and coordinate the final contributions to the Year 1 deliverables. Discussions covered the development of the #research on #exponentialtechnologies and #HRM, the modular research architecture, mapping of national digital HRM initiatives, and mechanisms for […]
- [STSM Spotlight: Building Research Capacity in Digital HRM and AI](https://cahuman-it.eu/stsm-spotlight-building-research-capacity-in-digital-hrm-and-ai/): We are pleased to highlight the successful completion of a Short-Term Scientific Mission hashtag#STSM by Tarlan Ahmadov, a Young #Researcher within HUMAN-IT – COST Action 24167, hosted by Gianluca Solazzo at the Università del Salento, Lecce. The visit supported methodological learning and scientific exchange within #WG1 – Digital HRM, Artificial Intelligence and HR Analytics, with a particular focus on the practical application of Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) to real research data. The STSM also contributed to the development of new research ideas, potential manuscript collaborations, and stronger links between computational text analysis and HUMAN-IT’s evidence-synthesis and research-agenda activities. Many thanks to […]
- [Registration for ItAIS2026 is now open!](https://cahuman-it.eu/registration-for-itais2026-is-now-open/): Registration is now open for ItAIS2026, the annual conference of ItAIS – The Italian Chapter of the Association for Information Systems. The conference will take place at the University of Tuscia in Viterbo, Italy, from 22 to 24 October 2026, bringing together scholars and practitioners to discuss current and emerging developments in Information Systems research and practice. Members of the HUMAN-IT community who are interested in Information Systems, digital transformation, technology, and organizational change are encouraged to explore the programme and participation opportunities. The Early Bird registration deadline is 30 September 2026. Find all registration details here: https://lnkd.in/e7jHiHXj
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Silva Bashllari](https://cahuman-it.eu/people-behind-human-it-silva-bashllari/): Silva Bashllari is a data scientist, researcher, and technology community builder whose work explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, data science, and socio-economic transformation. Within COST Action #CA24167, she co-coordinates Sub-Group 2 of #WG3, contributing to the design of survey instruments that investigate the impact of artificial intelligence on labour markets. Holding a Master’s degree in Data Science and Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, her research focuses on the impact of #AI on the future of work, combining technical expertise with social science perspectives to better understand how technological change shapes labour markets and society. Alongside her research, she actively contributes to […]
- [WG3 Round Table Advances Comparative Research and Multi-Stakeholder Survey Development](https://cahuman-it.eu/wg3-round-table-advances-comparative-research-and-multi-stakeholder-survey-development/): On 17 September 2026, Working Group 3 of COST Action CA24167 – Disruptive Innovation and Exponential HRM: Crafting Next-Gen Employee Experience, Workplace, Job Market (HUMAN-IT) organised the online Round Table “From Country Reports to Collective Insights: Comparative Perspectives and Future Directions.” The meeting brought together WG3 leaders, sub-leaders, and members to review progress on the national country reports and discuss the main comparative findings emerging across the participating countries. The discussion highlighted a number of shared labour-market challenges, including demographic change, skills mismatches, uneven adoption of artificial intelligence and digital technologies, and the need for stronger alignment between education, training systems, […]
- [CA24167 HUMAN-IT STSM at Dublin City University: Exploring AI, Inclusion and the Future of Work](https://cahuman-it.eu/ca24167-human-it-stsm-at-dublin-city-university-exploring-ai-inclusion-and-the-future-of-work/): We are pleased to highlight another successful Short-Term Scientific Mission by HUMAN-IT – COST Action 24167. Alessandra Lazazzara, Associate Professor of Organization and Human Resource Management at the Università degli Studi di Milano, recently visited Dublin City University, where she collaborated with Prof. Margaret Heffernan on ongoing research exploring exponential technologies and employee experience. During the visit, Prof. Lazazzara also delivered the seminar “Rethinking Inclusion in the Age of AI: From Algorithmic Fairness to Feminist AI”, contributing to an important discussion on the relationship between artificial intelligence, inclusion, and the future of work. This Short-Term Scientific Mission reflects one of the […]
- [CA24167 HUMAN-IT Network in the Spotlight: ignostiq Featured in Forbes Italia](https://cahuman-it.eu/ca24167-human-it-network-in-the-spotlight-ignostiq-featured-in-forbes-italia/): HUMAN-IT is pleased to highlight the recent recognition of ignostiq, a company connected to the HUMAN-IT network, which has been featured in Forbes Italia for its innovative approach to artificial intelligence and the future of work. ignostiq is developing AI-native solutions for Human Resource Management while promoting an approach in which technology supports, rather than replaces, human judgement. At the core of its work is the idea that automation should leave space for people to question, interpret, connect information and make informed decisions. This approach also connects closely with ongoing academic research on AI, Human Resource Management and the future of […]
- [CA24167 HUMAN-IT STSM in Tirana: Exploring Future Skills and Labour Market Transformation](https://cahuman-it.eu/ca24167-human-it-stsm-in-tirana-exploring-future-skills-and-labour-market-transformation/): We are pleased to share another Short-Term Scientific Mission STSM carried out within the framework of CA24617 – HUMAN-IT. Ana-Maria Bercu conducted an STSM in Tirana, Albania, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tirana. Through meetings and exchanges with representatives from the business, institutional and academic sectors, discussions focused on key HUMAN-IT themes such as future skills, reskilling and hashtag#upskilling, emerging job profiles, organisational change and the evolving needs of the labour market. The STSM also strengthened links between academia and practice, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, comparative research and future collaboration within the HUMAN-IT network. We warmly thank […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Dr Andri Georgiadou](https://cahuman-it.eu/people-behind-human-it-dr-andri-georgiadou/): Dr Andri Georgiadou contributes to HUMAN-IT – COST Action 24167 as Co-Leader of Task 2.2 – Mindset, Skills & Education within #WG2. She leads the development of an evidence-based awareness and education programme designed to equip managers with the knowledge and capabilities needed to shape the next generation of employee experience in the age of artificial intelligence. Her work places inclusion, fairness, and accountability at the centre of managerial capability development. Based at the University of Nottingham, Dr Andri Georgiadou‘ research explores how organisations can adopt AI and exponential technologies in ways that are responsible, inclusive, and human-centred. Her expertise spans algorithmic […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Gianluca Solazzo](https://cahuman-it.eu/people-behind-human-it-gianluca-solazzo/): Gianluca Solazzo contributes to hashtag#CA24167 as a member of hashtag#WG1 – Digital HRM, Artificial Intelligence and HR Analytics, where he plays a leading role in advancing the Action’s research on Exponential HRM. As Task Owner of T1.2, Gianluca Solazzo coordinates the development of the Position Paper on Exponential HRM and the Action’s Perspectives, supporting the definition of research priorities, scientific contributions, and future collaborative outputs. An Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering for Innovation at the Università del Salento, Dr. Gianluca Solazzo specializes in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models, with a particular focus on their […]
- [Digital HRM and Sustainability-Oriented HRM: New Publication](https://cahuman-it.eu/digital-hrm-and-sustainability-oriented-hrm-new-publication/): A new publication involving CA24167 researchers has recently been published in Administrative Sciences: “Digital HRM and Sustainability-Oriented HRM: A Parallel Bibliometric Comparison Across OpenAlex and Scopus (2012–2025)”. The study examines the relationship between Digital HRM and Sustainability/ESG-oriented HRM, contributing to a better understanding of the connections developing between these important research streams. Using a comparative bibliometric analysis across OpenAlex and Scopus, the study shows that the two research streams are increasingly connected, although their integration remains partial and asymmetric. The publication is another encouraging example of HUMAN-IT participants being active within the HRM research community, building research networks and developing fruitful […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Dr. Lidia de la Iglesia Aza](https://cahuman-it.eu/people-behind-human-it-dr-lidia-de-la-iglesia-aza/): Dr. Lidia de la Iglesia Aza contributes to COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT as Task Owner for Task 4 within Working Group 1 – Digital HRM, Artificial Intelligence and HR Analytics, supporting the Action’s work on the legal, ethical, and societal dimensions of Artificial Intelligence in Human Resource Management. With more than 25 years of professional experience in employment law, she specialises in equality, non-discrimination, and labour rights. Holding a PhD in Law, Dr. de la Iglesia Aza combines legal practice with academic teaching at the Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, where her work explores the evolving relationship between employment law, […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Prof. Gianluca Elia](https://cahuman-it.eu/people-behind-human-it-prof-gianluca-elia/): Prof. Gianluca Elia serves as Vice Leader of Working Group 1 – Digital HRM, Artificial Intelligence and HR Analytics within COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, contributing to the Action’s research on digital transformation, innovation, and the future of Human Resource Management. An Associate Professor in Management Engineering at the University of Salento, his teaching and research focus on Digital Transformation, Digital Innovation, Project Management, and Technology Entrepreneurship. With more than 170 scientific publications, international research experience at Peking University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and editorial roles in leading international journals, Prof. Elia brings internationally recognised expertise at the […]
- [Early Career Researcher Spotlight | Tarlan Ahmadov](https://cahuman-it.eu/early-career-researcher-spotlight-tarlan-ahmadov/): Supporting the next generation of researchers is one of the core priorities of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT. Through this short testimonial, Tarlan Ahmadov reflects on his research interests, his involvement in the Action, and the opportunities that interdisciplinary collaboration offers for advancing knowledge on Artificial Intelligence, digital transformation, and the future of work. Tarlan Ahmadov is an Early Career Researcher currently working in the non-governmental sector in Germany. His work explores the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, organisations, and society. Motivated by a strong interest in the transformative potential of AI, he joined HUMAN-IT to contribute to interdisciplinary research on one […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Prof. Hila Chalutz-Ben Gal](https://cahuman-it.eu/meet-hila-chalutz-ben-gal-leading-wg1-in-human-it/): Prof. Hila Chalutz-Ben Gal serves as Leader of Working Group 1 – Digital HRM, Artificial Intelligence and HR Analytics within COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, leading the Action’s research on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence, People Analytics, and digital technologies in shaping the future of Human Resource Management and work. A Senior Lecturer in the Department of Industrial and Information Systems Engineering at Bar-Ilan University and Head of the People Analytics Lab, Prof. Chalutz-Ben Gal specialises in Human Resource Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and data-driven decision-making. Her research explores how emerging technologies are transforming organisations, work systems, and labour markets, contributing […]
- [HUMAN-IT Presented at the 2026 EU-PAIR Annual International Conference](https://cahuman-it.eu/human-it-presented-at-the-2026-eu-pair-annual-international-conference/): COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT was represented at the 2026 EU-PAIR – 5th Annual International Conference “Challenges and Dynamics of the European Administrative Area,” held on 18–19 June 2026 at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, Romania. During the conference, Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi, Chair of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, delivered the keynote lecture entitled “The Human Engine of Europe’s Digital Power.” Her presentation highlighted the HUMAN-IT perspective on the strategic role of human capital, adaptive institutions, and human-centred governance in supporting Europe’s digital transformation and the future of work. The conference provided […]
- [HUMAN-IT Holds Its Annual General Meeting at the University of Salento](https://cahuman-it.eu/shaping-the-future-of-human-it-highlights-from-the-annual-general-meeting-2026/): The Annual General Meeting of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT was successfully held on 24–25 June 2026 at the University of Salento, Italy, bringing together members of the Action from across Europe for two days of scientific exchange, strategic planning, and collaborative discussions. The meeting marked an important milestone in the implementation of HUMAN-IT, providing an opportunity to review the progress achieved during the first Grant Period, align priorities for the forthcoming activities, strengthen collaboration across the Working Groups, and define the next steps towards delivering the Action’s scientific objectives over its four-year duration. The Action extends its sincere appreciation to […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Enis Sokoli](https://cahuman-it.eu/people-behind-human-it-enis-sokoli-legal-representative-behind-cost-action-ca24167/): Enis Sokoli serves as GH Legal Representative for COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, representing CCIS Albania, the Grant Holder Institution of the Action, and as Management Committee (MC) Representative for Albania. In this governance role, he contributes to the legal representation, institutional coordination, and effective implementation of the Action, supporting its operational and administrative framework in accordance with COST principles. As Executive Director of CCIS Albania, he plays a central role in strengthening the Grant Holder Institution’s contribution to HUMAN-IT, fostering collaboration across the European network and supporting the successful delivery of the Action’s scientific and networking activities. An experienced project […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Prof. Aizhan Tursunbayeva](https://cahuman-it.eu/featuring-aizhan-tursunbayeva-phd-as-wg2-vice-leader/): Prof. Aizhan Tursunbayeva contributes to COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT as Vice Leader of Working Group 2 – Exponential Organizations, Workplace & Employee Experience, supporting the Action’s research on the organisational implications of Artificial Intelligence and the future of work. An Associate Professor of Organization Studies and Human Resource Management at the University of Naples Parthenope, her research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Human Resource Management, digital transformation, and the future of work. Before pursuing an academic career, she gained extensive international experience as a Senior HR Manager at HSBC and as a strategy consultant at KPMG, bringing valuable practical insight into […]
- [HUMAN-IT Working Group 1 Launches Year 1 Activities on Digital HRM, AI and HR Analytics](https://cahuman-it.eu/key-outcomes-from-the-wg1-plenary-meeting-held-on-7-may-2026/): On 7 May 2026, Working Group 1 – Digital HRM, Artificial Intelligence and HR Analytics of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT successfully held its online plenary meeting, chaired by Prof. Hila Chalutz-Ben Gal and Prof. Gianluca Elia. The meeting brought together researchers and experts from across the Action to coordinate the implementation of Working Group 1 activities for the first Grant Period. The meeting marked an important milestone in establishing the operational framework for Year 1, with discussions focused on strengthening collaboration, confirming governance arrangements, and initiating task-level implementation across the Working Group. The main objectives of the meeting included: Participants […]
- [HUMAN-IT Working Group 3 Advances Research on Social Transformation and the Future of Work](https://cahuman-it.eu/key-outcomes-from-the-wg3-plenary-meeting-held-on-24-april-2026/): On 24 April 2026, Working Group 3 – Social Transformation, Policy, and the New Job Market of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT successfully held its online plenary meeting, bringing together researchers and experts from participating countries to advance the Action’s research on the societal and policy implications of Artificial Intelligence and the future of work. Chaired by Prof. Ana-Maria Bercu, the meeting focused on strengthening collaboration across the three Working Group 3 subgroups: Participants discussed the development of the Working Group’s analytical framework, the alignment of survey design and research methodologies, stakeholder mapping activities, and the implementation of shared collaboration tools […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Dr. Olta Qejvani](https://cahuman-it.eu/phd-olta-qejvani-as-grant-awarding-coordinator/): Dr. Olta Qejvani contributes to COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT as Grant Awarding Coordinator, supporting the transparent, fair, and effective implementation of the Action’s grant evaluation and allocation processes. She is also an active member of Working Group 3 – Social Transformation, Policy, and the New Job Market. A lecturer in European Law since 2016, Dr. Qejvani specialises in European law, public administration, and EU governance. She holds a PhD in Administrative Sciences from the National University of Political Studies and Public Administration in Bucharest, Romania. Her academic and professional experience spans academia, public administration, and civil society, including positions within […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Prof. Ana-Maria Bercu](https://cahuman-it.eu/professor-ana-maria-bercu-leading-wg3-on-labor-market-innovation/): Prof. Ana-Maria Bercu serves as Leader of Working Group 3 – Social Transformation, Policy, and the New Job Market within COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, contributing to the Action’s research on the societal implications of digital transformation and the future of work. A Full Professor at Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, her expertise lies in public administration, public sector management, and European governance. With more than two decades of academic experience and participation in over 25 European research projects, she has developed extensive expertise in public policy, European integration, institutional resilience, and international research collaboration. Her academic career has also […]
- [HUMAN-IT Science Communication Working Group Strengthens the Action's Communication Strategy](https://cahuman-it.eu/science-communication-wg-meeting-highlights-strategic-communication-development/): On 14 April 2026, the Science Communication Working Group of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT held an online coordination meeting to further advance the Action’s Communication and Dissemination Strategy for the 2025–2029 implementation period. The meeting was chaired by Noémi Bessa Vilela, Science Communication Coordinator, together with Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi, Chair of the Action, and brought together representatives from the Action’s Working Groups. Discussions focused on strengthening the strategic framework for communication and dissemination, enhancing coordination across Working Groups, and ensuring a coherent and effective approach to communicating the Action’s activities and scientific outcomes. Key topics included the development of […]
- [HUMAN-IT Webinar Explores Exponential HRM, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of People Management](https://cahuman-it.eu/advancing-the-future-of-hrm-insights-from-the-dhrmo-sig-webinar-on-ai-and-analytics/): On 13 April 2026, the webinar “Exponential HRM: AI and Analytics for a New Era of People Management” was successfully held as part of the activities of the Special Interest Group (SIG) on Digital HRM & Organization (DHRMO), contributing to the networking and dissemination objectives of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT. The webinar brought together more than 50 participants from over 15 countries, representing an interdisciplinary community of researchers, academics, and practitioners interested in digital transformation, Human Resource Management, and Artificial Intelligence. The event opened with welcome remarks by Prof. Federico Munari (University of Bologna), President of the Italian Association of […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Prof. Alessandro Margherita](https://cahuman-it.eu/shaping-the-future-of-human-capital-and-exponential-technologies-alessandro-margheritas-role-in-ca24167/): Prof. Alessandro Margherita contributes to the strategic leadership of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT as Vice-Chair, supporting the Action’s scientific vision and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration on the future of work, digital transformation, and human-centred innovation. An Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering for Innovation (DEfI), University of Salento (Italy), and Research Partner at the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (Brazil), he brings more than two decades of international experience in research, teaching, and consulting. His expertise spans Human Resource Management and analytics, digital innovation, technology entrepreneurship, crisis and emergency management, and technology venturing. With an extensive scientific portfolio and the […]
- [Join us | HUMAN-IT Supports the Launch of the Digital HRM & Organization Special Interest Group](https://cahuman-it.eu/join-us-sig-webinar-on-digital-hrm-organization/): As part of its ongoing networking and dissemination activities, COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT is pleased to support the kick-off event of the Special Interest Group (SIG) on Digital HRM & Organization (DHRMO), established within the Italian Association of Management Engineering (AiIG). The online event will take place on 13 April 2026 at 15:00 CET and will bring together researchers and practitioners to discuss emerging developments in Digital Human Resource Management, Artificial Intelligence, and the future of work. The programme will feature a keynote lecture by Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi, Chair of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, entitled “Exponential HRM: Shaping […]
- [HUMAN-IT Represented at European Parliament Roundtable on Policy Coordination and Governance](https://cahuman-it.eu/human-it-ca24167-at-the-european-parliament-in-brussels/): COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT was represented at the Roundtable Discussion held at the European Parliament in Brussels, organised within the framework of COST Action CA20123 – Intergovernmental Coordination from Local to European Governance (IGCOORD). The event, titled “Policy Coordination under Administrative Simplification and Polycrisis,” brought together researchers, policymakers, and governance experts to discuss the challenges and opportunities of policy coordination in increasingly complex and rapidly evolving environments. The discussions focused on several key themes, including: The roundtable also provided an opportunity to present recent scientific outputs, including the publication Horizontal Intergovernmental Coordination at Local and Regional Levels: Evidence from Europe […]
- [People Behind HUMAN-IT | Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi](https://cahuman-it.eu/prof-dr-nevila-xhindi-leading-human-it/): As Chair of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi leads a dynamic pan-European network dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research on the future of work, digital transformation, and human-centred innovation. With extensive experience in coordinating EU-funded initiatives and contributing to policy development across higher education, regional development, and labour market systems, she provides the strategic leadership that guides HUMAN-IT’s scientific vision and collaborative agenda. Her work is driven by a commitment to fostering interdisciplinary cooperation, strengthening research excellence, and supporting responsible and inclusive approaches to technological transformation. Through her leadership, HUMAN-IT brings together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from across […]
- [HUMAN-IT COST Action 24167: Three Kick-Off Meetings Successfully Held!](https://cahuman-it.eu/human-it-cost-action-24167-three-kick-off-meetings-successfully-held/): We are excited to announce that the first kick-off meetings of all three Working Groups of HUMAN-IT COST Action 24167 took place, officially starting the implementation phase of the Action and setting the stage for interdisciplinary collaboration on the future of work, digital HRM, and organizational transformation. 📅 WG1 Digital HRM, AI & HR Analytics👤 Led by Hila Chalutz-Ben Gal 📅 WG2 Exponential Organisations, Workplace & Employee Experience👤 Led by Alessandra Lazazzara 📅 WG3 Social Transformations, Policy & the New Job Market👤 Led by Ana-Maria Bercu Kick-off highlights: aligning objectives, introducing members, confirming Vice Chairs, and planning Year 1 deliverables. We […]
- [HUMAN-IT Core Group Meeting Launches the Action's Implementation Phase | Milan](https://cahuman-it.eu/human-it-core-group-meeting-milan/): The Core Group Meeting of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT was held in December 2025 at the Department of Social and Political Sciences, University of Milan, marking the beginning of the Action’s implementation phase. The meeting brought together the Core Group to establish the governance and coordination framework for Grant Period 1. Discussions focused on strategic priorities, the planning of Year 1 activities and deliverables, and the coordination mechanisms required to ensure effective collaboration across the Action. Particular attention was given to the implementation of the scientific work plan, communication and dissemination activities, networking opportunities, and the organisation of Short-Term Scientific […]
- [International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Advancing Inclusive Innovation through HUMAN-IT](https://cahuman-it.eu/%f0%9f%91%a9%f0%9f%94%acinternational-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/): The International Day of Women and Girls in Science highlights the importance of ensuring equal opportunities and full participation of women and girls in scientific research, innovation, and technological development. This year’s theme, “Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls,” closely reflects the vision of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT (Disruptive Innovation and Exponential HRM: Crafting Next-Gen Employee Experience, Workplace, and Job Market). HUMAN-IT brings together researchers and practitioners from diverse disciplines to explore how artificial intelligence, exponential technologies, and human-centred approaches are transforming workplaces, employee experiences, and labour markets. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration […]
- [HUMAN-IT officially launches – A new era for HRM and digital transformation](https://cahuman-it.eu/human-it-officially-launches-a-new-era-for-hrm-and-digital-transformation/): COST Action CA24167 embarks on a 4-year European networking journey to shape the future of Human Resource Management, work, and digital innovation. In October 2025, COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT officially kicked off in Brussels, marking the start of a four-year collaborative effort to explore and shape the future of Human Resource Management (HRM), the evolving workplace, and the ongoing digital transformation across Europe. With leadership positions confirmed and Working Groups structured, the Action has already begun initial strategic discussions to align research, practice, and policy objectives. Over the coming years, HUMAN-IT aims to: Build a pan-European network of researchers, practitioners, […]

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- [Open Calls](https://cahuman-it.eu/open-calls/): Funding & Grants – HUMAN-IT Networking activities – Grant awarding HUMAN-IT COST 24167 Mobility, visibility and capacity building opportunities within the HUMAN-IT network. Introduction The criteria for the Short-Term Scientific Missions (STSM), Young Researcher and Innovators (YRI) Conference Grants, and Dissemination and Conference Grants under COST Action CA24167 – Disruptive Innovation and Exponential HRM: Crafting Next-Gen Employee Experience, Workplace, Job Market (HUMAN-IT) have now been formally adopted and launched. These funding instruments are designed to actively support mobility, scientific exchange, visibility, and capacity building across the Action’s four Working Groups, fully aligned with the objectives outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding […]
- [Interactive Map](https://cahuman-it.eu/interactive-map/): European Network Map HUMAN-IT participating institutions across Europe
- [The Network](https://cahuman-it.eu/the-network/): European Network & Impact Connecting expertise, innovation, and policy across Europe to shape the future of HRM and human capital. A Cross-Disciplinary European Network HUMAN-IT mobilizes a broad and diverse European network of researchers, practitioners, and institutions, working collaboratively across disciplines, sectors, and countries. The Action contributes directly to EU employment, innovation, and inclusion policies, with particular attention to SDG 8 and SDG 9. European Impact By integrating digital innovation, ethical governance, and sustainability perspectives, HUMAN-IT strengthens Europe’s capacity to anticipate and manage workforce transformation. The Action contributes to a more inclusive, resilient, and innovation-driven human capital ecosystem, supporting long-term societal […]
- [Leadership](https://cahuman-it.eu/leadership/): HUMAN-IT Project Leadership & Management Committee Coordinating the scientific, administrative, and strategic activities of the HUMAN-IT Action Management Committee (MC) The Management Committee (MC) coordinates the scientific and administrative activities of HUMAN-IT, including financial management, reporting, and monitoring progress in line with the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). It ensures effective governance, approval of WG work plans, and supervision of COST Grant allocation, while maintaining gender, ITC, and YRI balance across activities. HUMAN-IT, First MC meeting Brussels 13 Oct, 2025 Action Contacts Prof Nevila Xhindi Action Chair & Grant Holder Scientific Representative Center for Comparative and International studies, Albania Prof Nevila […]
- [Working Groups](https://cahuman-it.eu/working-groups/): Working Groups Driving Research, Innovation and Policy Impact in HUMAN-IT The HUMAN-IT Action is structured around three interdisciplinary Working Groups (WGs), designed to address the key challenges emerging from exponential digital technologies, organizational transformation, and societal change. The Working Groups constitute the core engine of the Action, fostering research excellence, stakeholder engagement, dissemination, and capacity building across academic, policy, and practice-oriented communities. Role and Contribution of the Working Groups The Working Groups (WGs) are the operational backbone of the HUMAN-IT Action. They play a central role in advancing research excellence, fostering stakeholder engagement, and translating knowledge into societal and policy impact. […]
- [Structure](https://cahuman-it.eu/structure/): Project Structure Explore the core components of the HUMAN-IT Action, including the Working Groups, Leadership, and the Network that drive research, innovation, and impact. Working Groups Discover the three interdisciplinary Working Groups addressing digital HRM, organizational transformation, and societal challenges. Explore WG → Leadership Learn about the Management Committee, Core Group, and key leadership roles coordinating the HUMAN-IT Action. Explore Leadership → The Network Understand the broader HUMAN-IT network, its participating countries, stakeholders, and collaborations that enable knowledge sharing. Explore Network →
- [Publications](https://cahuman-it.eu/publications/): Publications Advancing knowledge on the future of work, human capital, and digital transformation. The HUMAN-IT Action will generate a wide range of scientific and policy-oriented outputs, reflecting its interdisciplinary and pan-European research network. This page will host publications produced throughout the lifetime of the Action. Types of Publications HUMAN-IT will produce a range of scientific, policy-oriented, and practice-based outputs, developed through collaborative work across its Working Groups. 📘 Academic Publications Peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings advancing research on Human Resource Management, digital transformation, and the future of work. 📄 Policy Briefs & Reports Evidence-based documents addressing policymakers, institutions, […]
- [Blog](https://cahuman-it.eu/blog/)
- [HUMAN-IT](https://cahuman-it.eu/human-it/): About the HUMAN-IT Action Crafting next-generation human capital in the exponential digital era HUMAN-IT (COST Action CA24167) is a four-year European research and innovation network that explores how exponential digital technologies are reshaping human capital, work, and the job market. By bringing together scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from across Europe and beyond, the Action develops an integrative, cross-disciplinary approach to next-generation Human Resource Management (HRM), aligned with European policy priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Funded by COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) and supported by the European Union Why HUMAN-IT? Understanding the context and challenges shaping the […]
- [Our Services](https://cahuman-it.eu/our-services/): Our Services This text briefly introduces visitors to your main services. Service 1 A short description of this service and how it helps clients. Service 2 A short description of this service and how it helps clients. Service 3 A short description of this service and how it helps clients. Service 4 A short description of this service and how it helps clients. Service 5 A short description of this service and how it helps clients. Service 6 A short description of this service and how it helps clients. Service 7 A short description of this service and how it helps […]
- [Contact Us](https://cahuman-it.eu/contact-us/): Contact HUMAN-IT The HUMAN-IT Action welcomes enquiries from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in the future of work, human capital governance, and digital transformation. Get in Touch Use the form below to contact the HUMAN-IT coordination team. Please select the topic that best matches your enquiry so we can respond efficiently. We process your personal data in accordance with GDPR and the project’s Privacy Policy. About HUMAN-IT HUMAN-IT is a COST Action (CA24167) focused on understanding and shaping the profound transformations affecting human capital governance, workplaces, and labour markets in the context of exponential digital technologies. 📅 Duration 2025–2029 🌍 […]
- [Home](https://cahuman-it.eu/): COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-ITDISRUPTIVE INNOVATION AND EXPONENTIAL HRM: CRAFTING NEXT-GEN EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE, WORKPLACE, JOB MARKET (HUMAN-IT) Description of HUMAN-IT The HUMAN-IT initiative addresses the profound transformations reshaping the governance of human capital in response to exponential digital technologies and complex societal challenges. As these disruptions redefine the workplace, employee experience, and global job market, HUMAN-IT seeks to develop a forward-looking, interdisciplinary approach to Human Resource Management (HRM). The Action aims to contribute to EU employment and inclusion policies and support broader societal progress aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 8 and 9). Read more MoU Funded by the […]

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