Objectives. The purpose of the study was to summarise and update the impact of socio-cultural risks on the formation of Soft Skills in students in the educational environment for sustainable development goals.
Theoretical Framework. The article provides an overview of the main trends in assessing the impact of socio-cultural risks on the formation of various soft skills of students. The authors analyse the main risks associated with the development of the socio-cultural environment.
Results and Discussion. The main factor in counteracting risks is the development of universal soft skills that can significantly increase the effectiveness of future professionals in the modern world. This article aims to identify the impact of socio-cultural risks on the development of soft skills in students in the context of the educational environment.
Research Implications. The identification of this influence is the main novelty of the study, as it highlights not only the skills themselves, but also the way in which the educational environment can contribute to their formation. The authors emphasise the need to assess the potential of the educational environment to develop sustainable skills needed to overcome modern challenges.
Originality/Value. Thus, this article expands the understanding of the impact of socio-cultural risks on the formation of soft skills in students, and emphasises the importance of developing these skills to overcome the challenges of our time, making it an important contribution to the field of soft skills research in pedagogical practice.