The project "Investing in our future: stock assessment and the next generation" brings several benefits to the field of stock assessment and fisheries management. By addressing the need for improved knowledge sharing and skills development among stock assessors, the project fosters a strong sense of connection and a community of practice within the field. This enables assessors to stay updated on new developments, techniques, and available off-the-shelf packages through regular updates to the Stock Assessment Toolbox. The project also seeks to understand the drivers and impediments in the field, facilitating transformative change and promoting collaboration among assessment scientists and other related fields. By investing in training and supporting the next generation of assessors, the project ensures a continuous pool of skilled professionals in stock assessment, leading to improved stock assessments and more effective fisheries management. Overall, the project enhances the capacity and expertise of stock assessors, promoting sustainable fisheries and informed decision-making.