The working groups of the Global Forum on Nuclear Education are comprised of experts from academic institutions primarily, as well as other relevant stakeholders from NEA member and non-member countries.
They conduct studies and analyses in work areas related to the future of the nuclear sector, with a particular focus on educational and human capital issues. Outputs include internal discussion documents, topical workshops, published white papers, journal articles, editorials, and policy papers. Each working group develops a yearly work plan and contributes to the Global Forum Programme of Work.
The working group publications, alongside other outputs of the groups, are formally reviewed and approved by the Council of Advisors.
Criteria for Working Group membership:
It is important for the membership to be as inclusive as possible.
Members include:
The working group members remain in place for a minimum of two years and a maximum of six years.
The Council of Advisors initially decided to establish initially four working groups to be dedicated to the respective areas of work. A fifth working group was established in 2023, with an additional two working groups launched in 2024.