This policy brief outlines all the challenges faced in STEM sectors in Europe such as lack of skilled employees and the persistent underrepresentation of women and marginalised groups in these fields of employment. During the first project year, we identified four main areas for policy recommendations to address these STEM-related issues. Key areas to prioritise are encouraging the uptake of STE(A)M careers, increasing diversity in these sectors, enhancing science and arts literacy, and aligning education with tomorrow’s societal needs.