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The EFAcast series explores what festivals are cooking up. In this episode, Simon Mundy meets Darko Brlek, General and Artistic Director of the Ljubljana Festival. Read more about the festival: https://www.efa-aef.eu/en/members/431/

Join us for the sessions of The State of the Union 2024 (#SOU2024) conference, held on May 24, 2024, at the historic Badia Fiesolana in Florence. Hosted in the Buonsanti room, these sessions feature a lineup of high-level speakers, journalists, researchers and more, discussing the latest developments and insights on key global issues. Topics include Tech diplomacy, European Macroeconomic Governance and the 2024 European elections. Don't miss this engaging and informative event, packed with expert analysis and thought-provoking discussions. 00:00 Tech diplomacy: International cooperation for sustainable digital transition - Speakers: Francesca Bria, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Anne-Marie Slaughter, Peter Sorensen - Moderator: Andrea Calderaro - Co-Moderator: Martina Ferracane 01:07:28 New modes of European Macroeconomic Governance - Opening: Pierre Gramegna - Speakers: Laurence Boone, Declan Costello, Atanas Pekanov - Moderator: Benedicta Marzinotto 02:17:22 The 2024 European elections: A crossroads for democracy – European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS) - Speakers: Pascale Joannin, Silvia Kotanidis, Micaela del Monte, Alexander Trechsel - Moderator: Etienne Bassot

In this 41st episode of the Skills Factory podcast series, we discuss with Carl Wieman, Nobel Prize-winning physicist and professor at Stanford University, the future of education and the impact of artificial intelligence on learning. - What are the biggest challenges our education systems face? - Why are experiential learning and critical thinking important? - How should teaching look in the 21st century? - Why is it important for educators to support learners’ motivation? If you are curious about the evolution of education, this episode is for you! Host: Maria Lvova Zolotarevskaya #podcast #futureofeducation #edreform #education #learning #inclusive #onlinelearning #learner #singapore #edtech #school #generationX #educationispower #edchat #kids ---------------------------------------------- FOLLOW OUR PODCAST HERE ➡Anchor: https://anchor.fm/etf ➡Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3mMHb3x ➡Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dZ8CmB ➡Google Podcast: shorturl.at/vwPY0 ---------------------------------------------- Connect With Us ---------------------------------------------- More on ETF: https://www.etf.europa.eu/en Follow us on Facebook: / etfeuropa Find us on Twitter: / etfeuropa Peep us on Instagram: / etfeuropa ----------------------------------------------

💡 Education needs a transformation! 🎙️Listen to our last podcast with Carl Wieman, Nobel Prize winner, as we discuss effective teaching, the impact of AI on learning and how to motivate learners. 👂A must-listen for educators and learners alike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QQCwey80wE #skills4future #SkillsFactory #podcast #nobelprize

Experience the session of The State of the Union 2024 (#SOU2024) conference, held on May 23, 2024, in the Teatro at the historic Badia Fiesolana in Florence. This session brings together high-level speakers, journalists, and researchers for an in-depth exploration of current global issues and trends. Tune in for expert insights, dynamic discussions, and thought-provoking analysis. 00:00 A brave new EU: Rethinking the (geo) politics of enlargement - Opening: Martin Dvořák - Speakers: Anna Jarosz-Friis, Hennadiy Maksak, Milena Mihajlović, Nathalie Tocci - Moderator: Jelena Džankić - Co-Moderator: Georgian-Marius Ghincea 01:07:05 Ageing society: Threat or opportunity? - Speakers: Arnstein Aassve, Elsa Fornero, Colin Scicluna, Franca van Hooren - Moderator: Alexander Monge-Naranjo - Co-Moderator: Edoardo Frattola 02:19:05 Bolstering democracy in the EU: A progress report - Roundtable with: Franca Feisel, Ingrid Godkin, Réka Heszterényi, James Mackay, Dominik Rehbaum, Colin Scicluna - Moderator: Kalypso Nicolaïdis 03:29:53 Third time lucky? Prospects for the Spitzenkandidaten process for the 2024 European Elections - Speakers: Michael Bauer, Matilde Ceron, Dionyssis Dimitrakopoulos, Silvia Kotanidis - Moderator: Thomas Christiansen

Experience the session of The State of the Union 2024 (#SOU2024) conference, held on May 24, 2024, in the Teatro at the historic Badia Fiesolana in Florence. Featuring a distinguished panel of high-level speakers, journalists, and researchers, this session delves into pressing global issues and emerging trends. Don't miss out on the expert insights and engaging discussions. 00:00 Are we out of the woods? The new economic policy mix - Speakers: Pierre Olivier Gourinchas, Sylvain Johansson, Jeromin Zettelmeyer - Moderator: Giancarlo Corsetti - Co-Moderator: Giorgia Giovannetti - Opening: Laurence Boone 01:10:14 Resilient economies and institutions to mitigate and adapt to climate change - Speakers: Hans-Martin Füssel, Shonali Pachauri, Massamba Thioye, Mira Manini Tiwari - Moderator: Simone Borghesi - Co-Moderator: Fabrizia Mealli 02:22:02 Building Ukraine back better – Open Society Foundations - Speakers: Goran Buldioski, Aida Hozic, Anna Jarosz-Friis, Miriam Kosmehl - Moderator: Simone Tholens

At the State of the Union conference on May 24th, Sala Lorenzo il Magnifico at Palazzo Vecchio features two key panels. The first focus on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for inclusion and innovation, discussing Europe's digital model and featuring experts like Anna Renata Pisarkiewicz, Ivonne Forno, and Alessandro Moricca. The second panel instead, addresses blockchain regulation, comparing regulatory approaches from the EU, UK, and US, with contributions from Javier Espinoza, Stu Alderoty, and Elisabeth Noble. 00:00 Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for inclusion and digital innovation - Opening: Ivonne Forno, Alessandro Moricca - Speakers: Paolo De Rosa, Felipe González-Zapata, João Ricardo Vasconcelos - Moderator: Anna Renata Pisarkiewicz - Co-moderator: Clothilde Goujard 01:03:17 Blockchain regulation: By rules or enforcement? - Opening Conversation: Stu Alderoty, Javier Espinoza - Speakers: Judith Arnal, Morshed Mannan, Elisabeth Noble, Ikhlaq Sidhu - Moderator: Javier Espinoza

The panel discussions held at the Palazzo Vecchio during the State of the Union conference on May 24th are taking place in the historic Salone dei 500. This significant venue host multiple high-level conversations and panels focusing on pivotal themes like the EU's foreign and security policy, investing in the Mediterranean neighborhood, and envisioning Europe's geopolitical future. Esteemed speakers such as Josep Borrell Fontelles, Laurence Tubiana, and Loukas Tsoukalis lead these discussions, addressing current challenges and proposing future directions for Europe in a complex global landscape. 00:00 Welcome to the 14th edition of The State of the Union - Speakers: Alessia Bettini, Jaume Duch Guillot, Eugenio Giani, Marco Del Panta 22:24 High-level conversation – “EU’s foreign and security policy in troubled times” - Speakers: Josep Borrell Fontelles, Stephanie Hofmann, Méabh McMahon 1:11:20 Investing in the Mediterranean neighborhood as part of EU’s new geopolitical context - Opening: Nadia Calviño - Speakers: Evangelos Mytilineos, Laurence Tubiana, Kurt Vandenberghe - Moderator: Pilita Clark - Co-Moderator: Jos Delbeke 02:05:26 What vision for the future of Europe? - Opening: Loukas Tsoukalis - Speakers: Nadiia Koval, Andrew Moravcsik, George Papakonstantinou, Anne-Marie Slaughter - Moderator: Erik Jones

Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) Spotlight Interview with Rabia Turnbull

On 23 May, the State of the Union 2024 kicks off at Badia Fiesolana with a rich lineup of events. The official opening at Refettorio features speeches from key figures including the President of EUI and the Mayor of Fiesole. 00.00 Opening of the 14th edition of The State of the Union - Speakers: Patrizia Nanz, Anna Ravoni, Eugenio Giani, Carlo Corazza 12:25 High-level conversation | A New Era: Shaping future through European values - Speakers: Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, Elena Roubinski, - Moderator: Henry Foy 01:16:45 European competitiveness of the single market: What the future holds - Speakers: Enrico Letta, Jan Mischke, Markus Reinisch, Daniela Schwarzer, Laurence Tubiana - Moderator: Waltraud Schelkle - Co-Moderator: Jordy Weyns 02:21:47 Generative Artificial Intelligence – “GenAI” – Part 1 Technologies and markets - Speakers: Rima Alaily, Sandro Gianella, Roberto Navigli, Marco Pancin - Moderating Team: Nicolas Petit, Giovanni Sartor, Francisco De Abreu Duarte 03:29:55 The internal market and the EU green deal: Friends or foes? – Florence school of Regulation - Speakers: Anna Colucci, Leigh Hancher, Clara Poletti, Catharina Sikow-Magny, - Moderator: Leonardo Meeus - Co-Moderator: Emma Menegatti 04:36:34 Generative Artificial Intelligence – “GenAI” – Part 2 Opportunities, risks, and regulations - Speakers: Orly Lobel, Roberto Navigli, Paul Nemitz - Moderator Team: Giovanni Sartor, Francisco De Abreu Duarte

On 24 May, the State of the Union 2024 continues at Refettorio, Badia Fiesolana. The day's events begin with a panel discussing War, Human Rights, and Double Standards focusing on the EU's response to global conflicts and its commitment to human rights. This is followed by a session on European media and foreign interference, addressing the role of local proxies in amplifying harmful narratives. The afternoon features a discussion on European competitiveness in the single market, exploring strategies for the green transition. The day also includes sessions on AI technologies, with emphasis on GenAI's market integration and regulations. The event promotes interactive and high-profile discussions aimed at shaping Europe's future 00:00 War, human rights, and double standards - Opening: Andrzej Szeptycki - Speakers: Jan Beagle, Pietro Ducci, Revital Madar, - Moderator: Catherine Fieschi 1:12:26 Blurring Lines: Foreign interference and local proxies – European Media and Information Fund (EMIF) and Countering Foreign Interference (CFI) - Opening conversation: Věra Jourová, Barbara Moens - Speakers: Aude Maio Coliche, Jakub Kalenský, Gianni Riotta, Clint Watts - Moderator: Paolo Cesarini - Co-Moderator: Nad’a Kovalčíková 2:20:11 Rethinking capitalism in Europe in the path to sustainability - Speakers: Kenneth Amaeshi, Dan Dionisie, Ioannis Kampourakis, Caroline Paulick-Thiel - Moderator: Elena Calsamiglia - Co-Moderator: Sophie Hölscher

Join us for the panels of The State of the Union 2024 (#SOU2024) conference, held on May 23, 2024, at the historic Badia Fiesolana in Florence. Hosted in the Buonsanti room, these sessions feature a lineup of high-level speakers, journalists, and researchers discussing the latest developments and insights on key global issues. Topics include the green energy transition, European integration and EU digital competitiveness. Don't miss this engaging and informative event, packed with expert analysis and thought-provoking discussions. 00:00 How can the green energy transition succeed without harming regional cohesion in Europe? – Bertelsmann Stiftung - Speakers: Catherine Fieschi, Thomas Schwab, Anna Sobczak. - Moderator: Paul Adamson 01:09:12 The last mile of European integration: adapting the European public goods for the digital era – Poste italiane - Opening: Marcello Messori - Speakers: Robin Brooks, Silvia Merler, Silvia Rovere, Eric Von Breska - Moderator: Marco Buti 02:40:45 Strengthening EU digital competitiveness: Stoking the engine – Meta - Speakers: Daniel Friedlaender, J. Scott Marcus, Amal Taleb, Amaryllis Verhoeven - Moderator: Pier Luigi Parcu - Co-Moderator: Roberta Carlini 03:30:16 Presentation followed by Q&A: European solidarity in times of crisis - Presented by: Dietlind Stolle

Join us for the sessions of The State of the Union 2024 (#SOU2024) conference, held on May 24, 2024, at the historic Badia Fiesolana in Florence. Hosted in the Buonsanti room, these sessions feature a lineup of high-level speakers, journalists, researchers and more, discussing the latest developments and insights on key global issues. Topics include Tech diplomacy, European Macroeconomic Governance and the 2024 European elections. Don't miss this engaging and informative event, packed with expert analysis and thought-provoking discussions. 00:00 Tech diplomacy: International cooperation for sustainable digital transition - Speakers: Francesca Bria, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Anne-Marie Slaughter, Peter Sorensen. Moderator: Andrea Calderaro - Co-Moderator: Martina Ferracane 01:07:28 New modes of European Macroeconomic Governance - Opening: Pierre Gramegna - Speakers: Laurence Boone, Declan Costello, Atanas Pekanov. - Moderator: Benedicta Marzinotto 02:17:22 The 2024 European elections: A crossroads for democracy – European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS) - Speakers: Pascale Joannin, Silvia Kotanidis, Micaela del Monte, Alexander Trechsel. - Moderator: Etienne Bassot

🇫🇮 Discover the incredible fact that 620,000 Finns are forest owners who grant unrestricted access to their forests! In this interview, Kimmo Collander, a forest owner and Secretary General of the Finnish Landowners' Association @maanomistajainliitto9825, shares two crucial messages for the new EU institutions: Forestry is vital for economic activity. It's essential to establish a foundation for a functioning market for ecological services. 🎥 Watch the complete interview with Kimmo Collander to gain insights into the significant impact of forestry on Europe's economy and environment. 📜 Read our manifesto here → https://europeanlandowners.org/publications/manifesto-european-elections-2024/ #Landowners #FutureOfEurope #SustainableDevelopment #EU2025

Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) Spotlight Interview with Dabin Hang

Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) Spotlight Interview with Marco Lupoli

On 24 June 2024, the Policy Learning Platform meet-up with projects brought together thematic experts from the Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform and partners from Interreg Europe projects. The online event introduced what the Policy Learning Platform is all about, how project partners can benefit from its services, and how to engage with the broader Interreg Europe community by sharing knowledge and experiences and contributing to the Platform's activities. More information: https://www.interregeurope.eu/news-and-events/events/meet-up-with-the-policy-learning-platform

#SOU24 #Palestine #Israel #Genocide #Ukraine #UN #InternationalCriminalCourt #eu In this episode of “One issEU at a time”, we spoke with Revital Madar, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Research Fellow at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (EUI) where she focuses on the intersection of law, sovereignty, and violence in the context of Palestine-Israel. Dr Madar shared her insights on the double standards that exist in our perceptions and response to war. She explored how European responses to Ukraine's invasion have differed significantly from their reactions to other conflicts and refugee situations, such as the Israel-Palestine conflict. She also delved into the complexities of Israel's war on Gaza and the possible reasons for Europe's inconsistent approach to the conflict. Finally, she examined recent developments at the International Criminal Court, including arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, and Yoav Gallant, Minister of Defence of Israel, and UN reports of potential genocide in the Palestinian territories. Are these signs of a shift towards a new understanding of the conflict, prompting the West to reassess its stance based on its own legal and diplomatic principles? ___ One issEU at a time tackles pressing issues for the European Union through conversations with various guests from EU institutions, Member State representatives, and academia. The One issEU at a time interviews were recorded on 23-24 May 2024 during the State of the Union conference at the European University Institute in Florence. 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of One ISSEU at a time.

The first Arctic Youth Dialogue was held in Brussels from May 11th to 15th, 2024. Participants experienced five intense days filled with discussions, brainstorming, and collaboration that led to policy recommendations directly for members of the European and Arctic policymakers.

🧠✨ Filling up brains with knowledge is wrong Nobel Prize winner Carl Wieman shares his vision on how teaching and learning should change. 🎧Get a sneak peek of our #SkillsFactory podcast with Carl Wieman. Full version is coming next week! #Skills4Future

The EFFEA Generation #3 Intake Seminar gathered over 100 festival makers and artists selected for the third round of residencies on 11 June 2024. The primary aim was to facilitate introductions, build connections, and offer a space for exchange in preparation for Call #3 residencies in the coming months. A discussion unfolded between Elbenita Kajtazi, Opera Singer from Kosovo/Germany, and Tom Creed, EFFEA Jury Member and Opera and Theatre Director from Ireland. Elbenita shared her journey from an emerging artist in Kosovo to an international opera star, detailing her experiences with various organisations and residencies. Read the report of the Seminar here: https://bitly.cx/9Lpx

The Erasmus Mundus Students & Alumni Association (EMA) held its 18th EMA General Assembly and 1st Annual Conference Istanbul, Türkiye, from 24-25 May 2024, with the support of the European Union. Bringing together participants from 64 different nationalities, the two-day event truly showcased the multicultural and diverse nature of the EMA community, under the theme Celebrating Excellence and Enriching Futures. https://emaga2024.eu/

This podcast brings people from across the European University Institute (EUI) together to discuss questions of identity, belonging, representation, and marginalisation that affect every part of society, from places of work to politics, from culture to history, and everything in between. In celebration of Pride Month, Prof. Benno Gammerl, Professor of History of Gender and Sexuality and Monica Morado Vásquez a PhD researcher at the Department of History, join Giuseppe Zago, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the EUI to discuss the impact of Pride, exploring its origins and significance for the LGBTQIA+ community from the Stonewall riots to current global issues.

In the framework of the EUI Crisis of Expert Knowledge and Authority Interdisciplinary Research Cluster, this event hosts Professor Evelyne Hübscher (CEU) and Dr Alexandru Moise (EUI, Department of Political and Social Sciences), who will present their paper on the analyses of different approaches to the communication of pandemic measures. The paper contributes to a debate evolving around issues of trust in institutions, experts, and politicians. In particular, we ask the question 'What role does communication during a crisis play in public compliance with measures?' The COVID-19 crisis has presented us with different models of crisis communication. While French President Macron motivated tough measures to fight the virus with strong words and stark images, other states, such as Germany, communicated via changing panels of experts and introduced measures with less combative rhetoric. They instead invoked national solidarity and the need to remain calm. These different communication strategies, and the relative trust that individuals have in politicians and epidemiologists are likely to impact the degree to which individuals support policies and alter their behaviour. We hypothesise that crisis communication by experts – on average – leads to higher levels of acceptance and compliance than measures communicated by politicians. We use a vignette-based survey experiment (fielded in Germany and the UK) to assess this question. The scenarios vary on three accounts: the messenger, the severity of the outbreak, and the type of measures that are announced. This setting allows us to assess how politicians and health experts as key actors, influence individual acceptance and compliance with restrictions imposed to contain the pandemic. We find that – on average – experts are more trusted than politicians, in particularly when the measures implemented are tough. Evelyne Hübscher is Professor at the Department of Public Policy. She holds a PhD in Political Science from the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence and a Lic. Phil. from the University of Zurich. Before joining CEU in 2010 she was a pre-doc at the Institute for Advanced Studies (IHS) in Vienna. During the academic year of 2021/2022 she was a Jean Monnet Fellow at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (European University Institute, Florence). Her research is at the intersection of comparative political economy and party politics. Evelyne has written extensively on the economic, political and strategic determinants of unpopular reforms, in particular austerity. Recent contributions (published in the British Journal of Political Science) focus on citizen's assessment of austerity measures and to what extent austerity affects the electoral support of governing parties and how austerity changes party landscapes and leads to political polarisation. Alexandru D. Moise is a Research Fellow at the European University Institute, working in the SOLID Project (Policy Crisis and Crisis Politics Sovereignty, Solidarity and Identity in the EU Post 2008. PI's: Hanspeter Kriesi, Waltraud Schelkle, Maurizio Ferrera). He was previously a Max Weber Fellow at the EUI, and a Part-time Assistant Professor at the EUI teaching quantitative methods. He also teaches at the European Consortium for Political Research Summer and Winter Schools. He received his PhD from Central European University in September 2019. His research interests span the politics of health policy, populism, and crisis politics and European integration. Events page: https://www.eui.eu/events?id=565125

Meet Max von Elverfeldt, Chairman of Familienbetriebe Land und Forst! Max is here to share valuable insights on the vital role landowners play in shaping Europe's future. I urge the new EU Commission to acknowledge us, farmers and forest managers, as key players and partners in achieving the objectives of the Green Deal. Learn more about our Manifesto for the European Elections 2024: https://europeanlandowners.org/publications/manifesto-european-elections-2024/

The EFAcast series explores what festivals are cooking up. In this episode, Simon Mundy meets Natália Oszkó-Jakab, Director of the Valley of Arts Festival. Read more about the festival: https://www.efa-aef.eu/en/members/518/

The EFAcast series explores what festivals are cooking up. In this episode, Simon Mundy meets Natália Oszkó-Jakab, Director of the Valley of Arts Festival. Read more about the festival: https://www.efa-aef.eu/en/members/518/

Interreg Europe is looking for a new communications apprentice to join our team. Our current intern, Amandine Bazin, gives some insight into her experience at our offices. #interregeurope #internship

On 22-23 May 2024, EURASHE and St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences hosted the EURASHE 33rd Annual Conference 'Stronger Together - Fostering Transnational Cooperation in Applied Universities'. Every year, EURASHE gathers the Higher Education community to discuss and draft a shared path on relevant topics for the present and the future of education. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of this event next year on 14-May in Portalegre, Portugal. Ssave the date and join us!

This webinar was designed and moderated by Mart Veliste and Luc Schmerber, thematic experts for a Smarter Europe. 00:01:06 Introduction by Mart Veliste on the topic of fostering entrepreneurship through coworking spaces 00:09:55 Keynote speech by Stephen Carolan from the Connected Hubs Network on the policy priority for Ireland 00:26:42 Q&A: Could you sum up what the main motivation is for policymakers? 00:28:13 Q&A: Concerning the rural areas, what type of organisations manage the hubs? 00:31:07 Q&A: Do you see the impact of the hubs in rural areas on other activities such as leisure activities? 00:32:49 Q&A: You spoke about different services the hubs offer, could you elaborate more on this? 00:35:55 Presentation by Eeva Arpala from the CODIL project on the HUBI25 Communal Workspace 00:45:14 Q&A: How to start and run a coworking space in a rural areas without the big pool of people around? 00:47:15 Q&A: What is an office hotel? 00:49:12 Q&A: You mentioned you offer free consultations to entrepreneurs, what type of consultation do you offer? 00:51:05 Q&A: Stephen, does this HUBI25 resemble the rural hubs you have in your network? 00:53:40 Presentation by Xabier Hualde Amunárriz, Innovation and EU projects officer from the SKALE2CT project on the Local Network of specialised Business Centres 01:07:16 Q&A: You mentioned you saw a new demand since the pandemic, were there any new services entrepreneurs were looking for? 01:09:00 Q&A: You mentioned your new project started in February, do you already have a demand for it? And by what type of users? 01:12:10 Q&A: Do the business centres operate in silos or do the different managers meet and exchange? Panel discussion 01:14:06 Q&A: How can you encourage the cross-sharing of business ideas between entrepreneurs? 01:19:04 Q&A: How can these different hubs attract new talent and help young people? 01:23:34 Q&A: What is the role of a policymaker in the effectiveness of these coworking spaces?

The ETF’s Green Skills Award celebrates innovative initiatives that promote sustainable practices and the development of green skills globally. For the Green Skills Award 2024 year we have received 316 applications from 53 countries. Our jury selected the 10 finalists. Nearly 18.000 people from our audience on social media voted for their favourite stories. And here are the winners of the Green Skills Award 2024. #GreenSkillsAward #greenskills #greenerfuture #Skills4Future #EUSEW2024

The Erasmus Mundus Students & Alumni Association (EMA) held its 18th EMA General Assembly and 1st Annual Conference Istanbul, Türkiye, from 24-25 May 2024, with the support of the European Union. Bringing together participants from 64 different nationalities, the two-day event truly showcased the multicultural and diverse nature of the EMA community, under the theme Celebrating Excellence and Enriching Futures. https://www.em-a.eu/post/18th-ema-general-assembly-1st-annual-conference-2024

The 2024 Conferring Ceremony of the European University Institute.

The 2024 Conferring Ceremony of the European University Institute.

This event is co-organised by the EUI's Environmental Challenges and Climate Change Governance Interdisciplinary Research Cluster and the Amsterdam Centre for European Law and Governance aims to discuss the European Union Deforestation Regulation. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), adopted in May 2023, is an ambitious and innovative measure aimed at greening the Union’s supply chains and mitigating climate change beyond its borders. The Regulation prohibits operators from placing a series of major agricultural commodities on the EU market if they have been produced on recently deforested land and imposes mandatory due diligence obligations on firms trading such products in Europe. The workshop will bring together academic researchers and policy practitioners (including civil society) from within and beyond the EU to discuss the latest developments in the implementation of the EUDR, the Regulation’s potential impacts on different stakeholders, and its reception by producer countries. The first day of the workshop will concentrate on current policy developments, while the second day will address the legitimacy and effectiveness of EU action as a transnational environmental regulator from a broader theoretical and normative perspective.

This event is co-organised by the EUI's Environmental Challenges and Climate Change Governance Interdisciplinary Research Cluster and the Amsterdam Centre for European Law and Governance aims to discuss the European Union Deforestation Regulation. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), adopted in May 2023, is an ambitious and innovative measure aimed at greening the Union’s supply chains and mitigating climate change beyond its borders. The Regulation prohibits operators from placing a series of major agricultural commodities on the EU market if they have been produced on recently deforested land and imposes mandatory due diligence obligations on firms trading such products in Europe. The workshop will bring together academic researchers and policy practitioners (including civil society) from within and beyond the EU to discuss the latest developments in the implementation of the EUDR, the Regulation’s potential impacts on different stakeholders, and its reception by producer countries. The first day of the workshop will concentrate on current policy developments, while the second day will address the legitimacy and effectiveness of EU action as a transnational environmental regulator from a broader theoretical and normative perspective.

The 14th edition of The State of the Union conference counted 150 speakers and included 30 sessions. This year's key themes included EU enlargement, demography, democracy, rule of law, industrial policy, and digital and green transitions. Sustainability was a central focus, with discussions on green energy transitions, regional cohesion, and climate change. Digital transformation discussions covered competitiveness, digital infrastructure, and AI and blockchain regulation. Other topics included strengthening democracy, countering foreign interference, and addressing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. #SOU2024 was held on 23 and 24 May 2024, counting over 850 in-person participants, while more than 11,000 people followed the conference via the live stream and on the EUI’s YouTube channel. This year’s edition was possible thanks to the support of more than 50 local and international partners. #SOU2024 stateoftheunion.eui.eu

The Building Resilience through Inclusive Education Systems (BRIES) activity mapped how inclusive education systems in Europe have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the lessons learnt, and how to turn the crisis into an opportunity to build resilience. This video presents the Guidance for Establishing a Culture of Effective Communication in Education, which is the BRIES activity’s main output. The guidance encourages decision‑makers (school leaders, policy-makers and public education authorities at all governance levels) to reflect on the communication structures and processes in place in their education systems. To learn more about the BRIES activity, visit http://www.european-agency.org/activities/bries. The BRIES Guidance is an open-source resource and is available in 25 languages from http://www.european-agency.org/resources/publications/BRIES-guidance.

As part of the EUI Crisis of Expert Knowledge and Authority Interdisciplinary Research Cluster, this event features a presentation by Professor Juan Pablo Pardo-Guerra (University of California, San Diego) who will discuss how market-oriented logics impact knowledge distribution, the organisation of the sciences, and the structure of the public sphere. How is knowledge organised in higher education? In recent decades, the adoption of market-oriented logics within institutions of research and higher education had notable implications on how the pursuit of knowledge is shaped and rewarded. As documented by a number of authors, for example, the commercialization of science had consequences on the quality of knowledge produced in particular research setting. Backed by distinct cultures of quantification and tied to concrete devices measurement and commensuration, the broader audit cultures that embed modern research effectively shape what we know and can know. In this talk, I explore instances of these cultures by looking into the role of research assessments and budget models as mechanisms for shaping and regulating how universities structure their instructional and research operations. Focusing on recent models of research evaluation and budgeting, this talk shows how several techniques of quantification become important for implementing change in higher education with long-lasting consequences for the distribution of knowledge, the organisation of the sciences, and the structure of the public sphere. Juan Pablo Pardo-Guerra is an Associate Professor in Sociology at the University of California, San Diego and Director of the Latin American Studies Program. He is author of Automating Finance: Infrastructures, Engineers, and the Making of Electronic Markets (2019), and The Quantified Scholar: How Research Evaluations Transformed the British Social Sciences (2022).

Musée Horta, Bruxelles (Belgique) 🇧🇪 🎤 Benjamin Zurstrassen, conservateur du Musée Horta --- Illustration et animation : Benjamin Coosmans

Art Nouveau Museum, Aveiro (Portugal) 🇵🇹 🎤 José António Rebocho Christo, director of the Aveiro Museum --- 🖌 Illustration and animation: Benjamin Coosmans 🗣 Voice-over: Irene Domenech Comella

Iparművészeti Múzeum, Budapest (Hungary) 🇭🇺 🎤 Júlia Katona, responsible for research at the Museum of Applied Arts of Budapest --- 🖌 Illustration and animation: Benjamin Coosmans 🗣 Voice-over: Irene Domenech Comella

Jugendstilsenteret and KUBE, Alesund (Norway) 🇳🇴 🎤 Signe Elvik Svoen, Advisor on building conservation and architect --- 🖌 Illustration and animation: Benjamin Coosmans 🗣 Voice-over: Irene Domenech Comella

Maison Cauchie, Bruxelles (Belgique) 🇧🇪 🎙 Alice Graas, guide et anthropologue --- Illustration et animation : Benjamin Coosmans

Hôtel van Eetvelde, Bruxelles (Belgique) 🇧🇪 🎤 Pierre Bernard, attaché au patrimoine chez urban.brussels --- 🖌 Illustration : Benjamin Coosmans

Join us in our call to the European Union to place culture at the heart of its political vision and ambition for years to come. Why? Because in a polarised world, culture unites us and brings us together, culture is how we exchange ideas, culture ignites citizens’ hearts and fuels their minds, culture represents what we want for the future of our societies. Without culture, the very future of Europe is under threat. Culture is not only a part of the European project: it is its beating heart. But culture hardly features in discussions on the future of our continent. That is why we call for a Cultural Deal for Europe: for culture to be included in the EU’s funding programmes, sustainable development strategies, relations with the rest of the world, vision for our future We have created a union of states and institutions. We still need to craft a union of values and people. Can we also count on you to help us place culture at the heart of Europe? Read more and endorse the campaign at https://culturaldeal.eu/ #CulturalDealEU is jointly developed by Culture Action Europe, the European Cultural Foundation, and Europa Nostra (representing the European Heritage Alliance).

🌍🔋 Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Skills Factory! In this episode, we delve deep into the intersection of gender equality and the green transition, focusing on how to empower women in renewable energy. 🌱👩‍🔧 🔊 Listen Now as we chat with industry representative: Gwenaelle Avice Huet, Executive Vice President of Europe Operations and Gender Ambassador for Skilling and Empowering Women in Energy Transition, Schneider Electric Romain Boitard, Human Capital Development Expert at the European Training Foundation. Key Topics: - The current gender gap in the energy sector. - Innovative programs and strategies to promote gender equality. - The importance of inclusive policies in the green transition. - Success stories and challenges faced by women in renewable energy. Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about gender equality, renewable energy, and sustainable development. Learn how we can create a more inclusive and equitable future by empowering women in green jobs. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction Join the Conversation: 🗣️ Share your thoughts: What steps do you think are crucial for promoting gender equality in renewable energy? 👍 Like this video if you found it insightful. 🔔 Subscribe to The Skills Factory for more episodes on the future of work and sustainable development. ---------------------------------------------- FOLLOW OUR PODCAST HERE ➡Anchor: https://anchor.fm/etf ➡Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3mMHb3x ➡Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dZ8CmB ➡Google Podcast: shorturl.at/vwPY0 ---------------------------------------------- Connect With Us ---------------------------------------------- More on ETF: https://www.etf.europa.eu/en Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: / etfeuropa ---------------------------------------------- Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!

Tune in on 13th June to know who is the winner of Green Skills Award 2024. Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated! Learn more about 10 finalists: https://www.etf.europa.eu/en/green-skills-award-2024-finalists

On 30 May 2024, the Policy Learning Platform hosted the the webinar on rural innovation ecosystems. The webinar has been designed and moderated by Marc Pattinson and Laura Varisco, Thematic Experts for a Smarter Europe.  00:00:59 Introduction by Marc Pattinson and Laura Varisco  00:14:40 Keynote speech by Simone Sasso, DG Joint Research Centre on the Enhancing innovation ecosystems in European rural areas 00:35:42 Q&A: are there collaborations among village located in cross-border areas? 00:40:00 Q&A: what are the solutions to overcome barriers in fostering social innovation and economy in rural areas, such as low-population density and distance? 00:41:25 Presentation on Shared productive units for the agrifood sector by Marco Alves from Tagus Valley, Portugal. 00:55:45 Q&A: you mentioned skills traction and retention in these areas. Is it a challenge to attract and retain staff and companies in rural areas? 01:01:10 Presentation of a case study on Tech Hub Fosshaugane Campus by Ingjerd Skogseid, Senior advisor at Vestland City Council (Norway), P-IRIS project 01:16:23 Q&A: the football club appears to be a key catalyst in the process. Did it realise they would have this role of being an urban coffee machine? 01:21:22 Q&A: what emphasis does the Startup Village Mapping Tool give to the issue of networking?  01:26:25 Concluding remarks by the panelists on their vision of rural innovation ecosystems.

As part of the 2024 European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW), the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) is organising a public seminar on Thursday 13 June (from 14h to 16h CET) at CIVA Brussels to showcase awarded projects from across the EU.

This video provides a series of lessons and tips for using the online database of the Historical Archives of the European Union. It covers (1) conducting a basic search (2) how to use the advanced search feature and refine search results (3) navigating the multimedia portal (4) understanding search results (5) registration procedure for file consultation (6) how to search by fonds (7) searching by record creators and (8) insights into the oral history programme. - 00:00:00 Introduction - 00:01:43 Basic Search - 00:03:11 Advanced Search - 00:04:19 Multimedia Portal - 00:05:30 Understanding Search Results - 00:06:49 Registration - 00:07:47 Search by Fonds - 00:09:35 Search by Record Creators - 00:10:24 Oral History

One issEU at a time tackles pressing issues for the European Union through conversations with a diverse range of guests from EU institutions, Member State representatives, and academia. The series covers topics that will shape the future of Europe, including Ukraine's accession prospects, relations with neighboring countries, the EU elections, demographic challenges across the bloc, energy security, as well as ongoing conflicts at the EU's doorstep. In this first episode, we speak with Jaume Duch Guillot, Director-General for Communication of the European Parliament and its Spokesperson. Guillot discusses the challenges of communicating the EU elections to potential voters and the enormous task of reaching 370 million people across 27 Member States.

One of the big themes at EYE Berlin* was the European elections 🇪🇺. The message we wanted to convey is clear: Go vote! 🗳️ We have this one chance to cast our vote and shape the future of Europe for the next five years 🗣️🌟. Three more days to go until the elections, let's go 🎬🚀! *EYE Berlin was the biggest event we ever hosted as the EYP. Our mission was to bring young people from all over Europe together to collaboratively explore and experience Europe, engaging with and empowering each other. 🏛️ The event was structured around five pillars: 'EU Elections', 'United Europe', 'Sustainable Europe', 'Innovative Europe', and the 'Capacity-building of Youth NGOs'. 🎥 Video by George Kardos

This video features Tommaso Nannicini, Chair in Political Economy at the Florence School of Transnational Governance (STG) of the European University Institute. Prof Nannicini will teach the core module on Big and Smart Data Analytics in the new EUI Global Executive Master (EUI GEM). The Global Executive Master is designed for policy professionals seeking continuous upskilling opportunities to advance their careers and bring about real change. Its two-year part-time structure allows professionals to keep working while they learn and design their own professional development journey. Participants learn from leading academics and policymakers, who provide them with advanced skills and a unique global outlook on cutting-edge policy issues, specialising in energy & climate, economy & finance, tech & governance, and geopolitics & security. In this series, you will meet the professors and instructors teaching the programme. Get a sneak peek into each subject and learn what's in store for you as a participant. More about the Global Executive Master: gem.eui.eu More about the European University Institute: eui.eu #EUIGEM #exedEUI #executiveeducation #training #career #skills

During the Q&A session, participants were able to ask their questions on any aspect of Interreg Europe’s third call for project proposals.

Join us in our call to the European Union to place culture at the heart of its political vision and ambition for years to come. Why? Because in a polarised world, culture unites us and brings us together, culture is how we exchange ideas, culture ignites citizens’ hearts and fuels their minds, culture represents what we want for the future of our societies. Without culture, the very future of Europe is under threat. Culture is not only a part of the European project: it is its beating heart. But culture hardly features in discussions on the future of our continent. That is why we call for a Cultural Deal for Europe: for culture to be included in the EU’s funding programmes, sustainable development strategies, relations with the rest of the world, vision for our future We have created a union of states and institutions. We still need to craft a union of values and people. Can we also count on you to help us place culture at the heart of Europe? Read more and endorse the campaign at https://culturaldeal.eu/ #CulturalDealEU is jointly developed by Culture Action Europe, the European Cultural Foundation, and Europa Nostra (representing the European Heritage Alliance).

Bologna’s DumBo district, a multifunctional urban regeneration space, has become a vibrant hub of street art and creative dialogue. Spanning nearly 40,000 square meters of a former train depot, Dumbo offers a canvas for artists and a communal space for residents. In this video, Raffaele Tommaso Insernia, an architecture-engineering student, highlights his experience with DumBo through the CrAFt project, noting the striking impact of street art on the district’s industrial landscape. More information about CrAFt at craft-cities.eu

How can welfare states navigate successfully the complexities of the knowledge economies and the challenges of ageing societies, while investing effectively and fairly the large portion of taxes and other public funds they allocate to welfare provision? The WellSIRe project aspires to produce a comprehensive and robust empirical analysis of the social investment paradigm on its own terms. Using the analytical grid of ‘stock’, ‘flow’ and ‘buffer’ policies in institutional complementarity, it puts the social investment perspective, as a distinct welfare paradigm, to the test of macro- and micro-level wellbeing returns in post-industrial European welfare states. For additional information, please visit the project website: https://wellsire.eui.eu/ This video is part of a project that has received funding from the European Research Council (ERC) under the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme (grant agreement No 882276) This video reflects only the author's view and the European Research Council Executive Agency (ERCEA) is not responsible for any use that may be made of the information it contains.

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

NEBinar a collaborative project led by the Technical University of Wrocław under the patronage of the Architects' Council of Europe. It comprises a series of lectures specifically tailored to young architects. The lectures cover various aspects of the New European Bauhaus as an active concept for 21st-century architecture. These lectures are conducted with the participation of the Network of Universities Teaching Architecture from Poland, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Croatia, Italy, Germany, Spain, and Ireland. Learn more: https://nebinar.pwr.edu.pl City Acupuncture - Inclusive Interdisciplinary Interventions in Public Spaces 12 years ago architects Rene Lisac and Kristina Careva started an initiative for treating the city with acupuncture, in the belief that urban space can be successfully regenerated with small interventions placed on the right spots. This resulted in numerous realizations like bicycles that illuminate the riverbank, a playground in the middle of an illegal parking lot, living room in an elementary school... Kristina Careva was born in 1976 in Zagreb, where she completed elementary school, music school and high school. She enrolled at the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Zagreb in 1995 and graduated in 2002. She enrolled in the doctoral scientific study of Architecture at the same faculty in 2007 and defended her doctoral thesis Architectural model of space for interdisciplinary research in art and technology in 2012 under the mentorship of prof. Baletić, PhD. At the Digital Design Technologies Unit within the Faculty of Architecture, she participated in classes as a demonstrator from 1997 to 2002. After two years of practical work in offices in Croatia and Finland, in 2004 she became a research assistant at the same Unit. In 2012 she became a senior assistant, in 2016 an assistant professor, and in 2021, associate professor. She participates in the teaching of the mandatory undergraduate courses: Introduction to Computer Application, Computer Application in Architecture I and Computer Application in Architecture II and is the holder of the elective graduate study course Participatory Design of Space. She was appointed Assistant Head of the Doctoral Scientific Study of Architecture and Urbanism in 2017, Deputy Head in 2018, and Head in 2021. Since 2009, in the capacity of author and initiator (along with Rene Lisac), he has been leading the initiative named City Acupuncture, which deals with participatory and comprehensive planning. She participates in the work of the initiative as an organizer and mentor of interdisciplinary and participative workshops, holds numerous lectures and publishes scientific and expert papers. For City Acupuncture she received the award of the 20th Salon of Architecture in Novi Sad in the category Experiment in Architecture in 2016. She actively deals with the topic of architecture and children through many workshops, guest appearances on television shows, exhibitions, and writing. In co-authorship she has so far published two manuals for children of primary school age, which have received the status of auxiliary teaching aids. In 2014, the manual Space around me won the UIA Architecture & Children Golden Cubes award on national level and was nominated for the award of the 50th Zagreb Salon. She participates with success in many domestic and international architectural and urban planning competitions and has won 13 awards so far. She also participates in the work of judging panels. She passed the professional exam in 2004. She is an active member of several professional associations and NGOs.

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

LIVE: Watch the Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) 18TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY & 1STANNUAL CONFERENCE 2024. Taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye  at the Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe from 24-25 of May.   To learn more about the event, please visit https://emaga2024.eu/   Erasmus Mundus was launched in 2004 as a higher education cooperation programme funded by the European Commission and continued until 2013. Beginning in 2014, Erasmus Mundus became part of the Erasmus+ funding scheme umbrella which lasted until 2020. The Erasmus+ scheme was renewed for the period of 2021-2027 and is expected to triple the number of participants.   To learn more about EMA, please visit https://www.em-a.eu/

Join us as we follow Leander and Lucia in their vocational education and training pathways! Episode 4: Reskilling allows Lucia to follow her passion in fashion design.

Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs programme for the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2024. 🌍💼 Discover the Erasmus For Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) programme through the journey of Laurane Coornaert with Degré47! Laurane, founder of an architecture firm focused on healthy and sustainable living spaces, benefited from this unique opportunity to develop her entrepreneurial skills. © MFA/EU2024BE

We are delighted to invite you to the EURASHE 33rd Annual Conference, taking place on 22-23 May 2024 at the St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences in St. Pölten, Austria. Every year, EURASHE gathers the Higher Education community to discuss and draft a shared path on relevant topics for the present and the future of education. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of this event, save the date and join us!

Pitching with Power Masterclass by Anna Heijker and the AI Visualisation Masterclass by Rodger Werkhoven, from Changency (15 May 2024).

Get an overview of Interreg Europe and what the programme can offer.

We are delighted to invite you to the EURASHE 33rd Annual Conference, taking place on 22-23 May 2024 at the St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences in St. Pölten, Austria. Every year, EURASHE gathers the Higher Education community to discuss and draft a shared path on relevant topics for the present and the future of education. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of this event, save the date and join us!

During the Q&A session, participants were able to ask their questions on any aspect of Interreg Europe’s third call for project proposals.

Our programme has expanded to seven new countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Ukraine. Learn more on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4

On 5 April 2024, Sabine Verheyen, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Chair of the Committee on Culture and Education (CULT), participated in a NEMO Political Internship at the Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum in Aachen, Germany. During the half-day internship, Sabine Verheyen got to experience the incredible variety of work that happens behind the scenes of a museum. In addition to the exhibition rooms, she got to visit the storage, cut a passepartout and got insights into restoration work. Verheyen was also introduced to the museum's outreach initiative that aims to diversify the audience and ensure cultural inclusion. Learn more about NEMO's Political Internships in Museums: www.ne-mo.org/advocacy/political-internships Thank you for watching! NEMO is the Network of European Museum Organisations, founded in 1992 NEMO represents more than 30.000 museums in Europe! www.ne-mo.org [email protected] Find NEMO on Facebook: @NEMOoffice Twitter: @NEMOoffice LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nemooffice

🇦🇱 Watch our video to discover Albania, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

🇧🇦 Watch our video to discover Bosnia and Herzegovina, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

🇲🇩 Watch our video to discover #Moldova, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

🇲🇪 Watch our video to discover Montenegro, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

🇲🇰 Watch our video to discover North Macedonia, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

🇷🇸 Watch our video to discover Serbia, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

🇺🇦 Watch our video to discover Ukraine, one of our seven new programme countries. The seven new Partner States seek partnerships with other Interreg Europe countries. Find out how you can collaborate with them on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xczqx4 #InterregEurope

EADTU's annual EADTU-EU Summit in Brussels is a returning networking event to discuss latest developments and new policy lines in higher education. Programme 09:30 Opening Stefaan Hermans (Director of Policy Strategy and Evaluation in the Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture, European Commission); Theo Bastiaens (President EADTU, Rector Open Universiteit) 09.45 EADTU Task Force on Retention in Open and Distance Education André Biederbeck, FernUniverstität in Hagen (DE) 10.00 Personalisation of Education by AI and Big Data (Presentation + expert debate) Lourdes Guàrdia (Universitat Oberta de Catalyna), Roland Ettema and Zuzanna Glogowska (Open Universiteit). 11.15 Student and staff mental wellbeing in online, open and distance higher education; Kate Lister (Arden University; Open University, UK) 11:35 Introducing e-sealed Microcredentials; invitation to an afternoon session; Diogo Casa Nova (Universidade Aberta) 11.40 Closing panel, summit conclusions Moderated by Theo Bastiaens (President EADTU, Rector Open Universiteit, NL) Panel members: Anna Gover (ENQA), Stefaan Hermans (European Commission) and Liz Marr (Centre for Online and Distance Education, University of London)

Introduction on Microcredentials and the MCE project (Modularisation of Continuing Education and professionalisation by Micro-credentials) Diogo Casa Nova (vice-rector for Innovation and Quality at the Universidade Aberta) Transparency, Recognition and the role of eSealing Koen Nomden (Team Leader for Transparency and Recognition of Skills and Qualifications, DG EMPL, European Commission) eSealed credentials with ‘European Digital Credentials for Learning’ Ildiko Mazar and Kia Likitalo (NTT Data / European Digital Credentials for Learning) Piloting and the next steps for EADTU and its members Kamakshi Rajagopal and Stefan Meuleman (EADTU)

VET is crucial for equipping young people and adults with knowledge and skills to thrive in the labour market and society, embracing the digital and green transitions. What are European countries doing to make their VET systems agile, flexible, excellent, attractive, inclusive and quality-assured? How do different stakeholders contribute to making this happen and how do they overcome the challenges they encounter? Participants of Cedefop’s 9th virtual get-together, in the context of the European Year of Skills, will discuss these questions on 17 April 2024.

Moderator: Dr Eli Gateva, University of Oxford Professor Maria Popova, McGill University (online) Dr Denisa Kostovicova, LSE (online) Dr Monika Sus, Hertie School (online) Professor Ivan Krastev, Centre for Liberal Strategies/ Institute for Human Sciences

Moderator: Dr Eli Gateva, University of Oxford Professor Lenka Bustikova, University of Florida (online) Professor Dimitris Papadimitriou, University of Manchester Dr Mihail Chiru, University of Oxford Professor Timothy Garton Ash, University of Oxford

Moderator: Dr Emilija Tudzarovska, Czech Academy of Sciences Professor Jonathan White (LSE), Democracy in an Age of Emergencies Professor Mike Wilkinson (LSE) The end of the end of history and the project of European integration Professor Stefan Auer (University of Hong Kong), Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the politics of emergency in Europe Dr Petr Agha (Charles University), Manufacturing Normality in European Politics: The Interplay of Crises, Discourses, and the Rule of Law

Dr Eli Gateva (University of Oxford), Dr Julia Rone (University of Cambridge) and Dr Emilija Tudzarovska (Czech Academy of Sciences)

The European Festivals Association's (EFA) Arts Festivals Summit Usedom 2024 The art of awareness, caring and connectivity takes place from 12 to 15 May on the island of Usedom, Germany, hosted by the Usedom Music Festival. The Arts Festivals Summit is the annual get-together of festival makers along with their partners: artists, national festival associations, cities and regions officials. Hosted each year by an EFA Member in a different city, the Summit is an inspiring 3-day event that brings together 250 participants to discuss the role of arts and festivals in society. More info: https://www.efa-aef.eu/en/initiatives/events/arts-festivals-summit-2024/

Diane Stone is Professor of Global Policy at the European University Institute. Professor Stone will be teaching the module on 'Transnational Organisations and Global Rulemaking' in the new EUI Global Executive Master (EUI GEM). The course is part of the Geopolitics & Security specialisation track. The EUI Global Executive Master is designed for policy professionals seeking continuous upskilling opportunities to advance their careers and bring about real change. Its two-year part-time structure allows professionals to keep working while they learn and design their own professional development journey. Participants learn from leading academics and policymakers, who provide them with advanced skills and a unique global outlook on cutting-edge policy issues, specialising in energy & climate, economy & finance, tech & governance, and geopolitics & security. In this series, you will meet the professors and instructors teaching the programme. Get a sneak peek into each subject and learn what's in store for you as a participant. More about the Global Executive Master: gem.eui.eu More about the European University Institute: eui.eu #EUIGEM #exedEUI #executiveeducation #training #career #skills

Take5* is a filmed series of encounters between 5 artists and 2 guests who meet for the first time in a specific city to speak about Europe, festivals, the arts and their role in society. It is a curated, recorded exchange of opinions, translated by the director Stefan Arsenijevic into a 60-minute documentary. More info: https://www.efa-aef.eu/en/initiatives/take5/

In this seminar organised by the Crisis of Experts Knowledge and Authority Interdisciplinary Research Cluster, Dr Gaia Taffoni (Teaching Associate, STG) and Dr Laura De Vito (UWE Bristol) will talk about the challenges and opportunities of using Strategic Foresight for evidence-based policymaking. The increasing complexity of many contemporary policy challenges presents unprecedented expectations for governments and their ability to make and implement effective policies. This is raising attention to the degree of Policy Capacity of governments. Policy Capacity is generally intended as the ability of governments to make intelligent choices and to make appropriate use of knowledge in policymaking. However, we maintain it is also the ability to develop strategies grounded in longer-term perspectives. Strategic Foresight (SF) helps design and shape policies to prepare to withstand shocks, anticipating and adapting to changes. However, as governments work towards embedding SF into their policymaking processes, the empirical evidence suggests that futures literacy gaps remain and that applications are still piecemeal and predominantly limited to agenda settings and policy formulation stages. In this article, we argue that to drive anticipatory governance, it is crucial to increase policymakers' SF capacity to apply SF at all stages of the policy cycle. This includes evaluating policies to draw lessons for future interventions. Considering SF systemically throughout the policymaking cycle makes it possible to strengthen anticipatory governance and use technical expertise and participatory knowledge. This event has been organised by the Crisis of expert knowledge and authority interdisciplinary research cluster. To find out more about the cluster and its activities, please visit our website https://www.eui.eu/en/projects/expert-crisis

ISOCARP WiP Leadership Hosts Exclusive Conversation with the Former UN-HABITAT Executive Director H.E. Dr. Maimunah Mohd Sharif On May 2nd, the ISOCARP Women in Planning Leadership Series had the honor of hosting a conversation with H.E. Dr. Maimunah Mohd Sharif, the inspiring Executive Director of UN-Habitat (2018-2024). Moderated by ISOCARP President-Elect Elisabeth Belpaire and Dr. Wafa Al-Daily, this dynamic discussion offered unique insights into Dr. Sharif’s journey and her vision for inclusive leadership in urban development. Event Highlights: A Path to Leadership: Participants learned about Dr. Sharif’s groundbreaking career, exploring her motivations, milestones, and strategies for navigating the field. Overcoming Obstacles: Dr. Sharif candidly discussed challenges faced as a woman in a leadership position, providing attendees with practical guidance for their own journeys. The Power of Mentorship: Attendees were encouraged by Dr. Sharif’s emphasis on the importance of mentorship and supporting fellow women in the urban planning profession. Global Impact: The conversation highlighted Dr. Sharif’s work at UN-Habitat, showcasing how her leadership is shaping cities for a more sustainable and equitable future. A Call for Continued Engagement: This event underscores ISOCARP’s commitment to amplifying women’s voices in planning. We were inspired by Dr. Sharif’s example and look forward to hosting more empowering events in the future.

Besides exploring what festivals are cooking up, the EFAcast presents Cities and Regions that have signed the EFFE Seal to recognise their achievements towards their festival community. In this episode, Simon Mundy meets Maarja Liba, Director at Tiigi Seltsimaja, and Kristiina Avik. Head of Culture at the Department of Culture, Tartu City Government. The EFFE Seal for Festival Cities and Regions is a recognition and an invitation to cities and regions that wish to associate and integrate their development and image with a strong festival, cultural - and European - commitment.

🚜The story of a farm launched by the Hemp school to promote knowledge about hemp as a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to cotton. The learners have obtained both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in areas such as hemp building and sustainable farming practices. Do you want Hemp school to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

📢Introduced in 2020, the Distance Learning Gate is a new digital training platform for staff development in Turkish public institutions. The platform enables civil servants to customise their training provision in 21st century lifelong learning skills in line with their professional and personal needs. 👔 Do you want Distance Learning Gate to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

Meet the finalists of the EYE Innovator Awards 2024 - Narek and Ricardo. From Armenia to Romania and from Spain to the USA - these two ambitious entrepreneurs share what benefits EYE exchange brought them and their businesses. Curious about how the EYE programme can revolutionise your business? Check out www.erasmus-entrepreneurs.eu for more information!

Take a look back at the top 10 finalist of the Green Skills Award 2024, make sure to vote for your favourite ⬇️ 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner ⭐ Find out more these ten extraordinary stories here: https://www.etf.europa.eu/en/green-skills-award-2024-finalists Connect With Us ---------------------------------------------- More on ETF: https://www.etf.europa.eu/en Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/etfeuropa/ Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/etfeuropa Peep us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etfeuropa/ ---------------------------------------------- #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #forourplanet #educationispower

🎮 Discover how 21CC Education has developed a game app paired with e-learning modules to enhance CO2 awareness and reduction potential in the logistics industry. 📲Do you want 21CC Education to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

A recording of the online event about Interreg Europe's third call for project proposals and the restricted call for beneficiaries in Moldova. Recorded on 30 April 2024.

📢Introduced in 2020, the Distance Learning Gate is a new digital training platform for staff development in Turkish public institutions. The platform enables civil servants to customise their training provision in 21st century lifelong learning skills in line with their professional and personal needs. 👔 Do you want Distance Learning Gate to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

🧷Always New is a project that tackles fashion industry industry that is responsible for 5 percent of global carbon emissions, and 20% of water pollution. The initiative re-purposes clothing destined for landfill sites, reducing the footprint of fast fashion on the environment. 🪡 Do you want Always New to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

♻️The mobile application Green Putrajaya was developed to foster cleaner, safer, and more sustainable cities. It assists users in locating local recycling centers, understanding waste separation techniques, and scheduling waste collections. With its e-commerce feature, the app promotes best practices in waste disposal, recycling, and even the sale of recycled materials. 🏙️Do you want Green Putrajaya app to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

Pilvi Torsti, Director of the European Training Foundation, presents the ten finalists of the Green Skills Award 2024. 💪 Ten extraordinary stories, showcasing individuals who make a difference in providing green skills to others. 🫵Now it is up to you to decide who will be the winner. Watch their stories here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYK8JpvJRLjgSMDd487k-4XvTFja4NAIy 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #forourplanet #educationispower

On Thursday 25 April, the EUHealthGov network hosted the launch of a Special Issue entitled ‘The Political Determinants of Health and the European Union’ published in the Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law. The authors and guest editors presented their contributions to the special issue and discussed the following overarching themes: What are the Political Determinants of Health (PDoH)? How is this concept used and what does it encompass? What PDoH are relevant to health in the European Union (EU)? Is the EU itself a political determinant and, if so, how does it shape health and health policy, within its territory and beyond? Speakers included: Eleanor Brooks (University of Edinburgh); Matilde Ceron (European University Institute); Thibaud Deruelle (University of Geneva); Benjamin Ewert (Fulda University of Applied Sciences); Torben Fischer (Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg); Ashley Fox (University at Albany, State University of New York); Charlotte Godziewski (City, University of London); Mary Guy (Liverpool John Moores University); Alexandru Moise (European University Institute); Katrina Perehudoff (University of Amsterdam); Rafal Riedel (University of Opole); Mechthild Roos (University of Augsburg); Simon Rushton (University of Sheffield); Emilia Szyszkowska (Warsaw School of Economics).

🚜The story of a farm launched by the Hemp school to promote knowledge about hemp as a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to cotton. The learners of the school have acquired understanding and practical skills in areas such as hemp building and sustainable farming practices. Do you want Hemp school to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

Yenesis is a project that is designed to reduce youth unemployment by creating green jobs. The initiative includes training in various sustainability topics, a 1-month apprenticeship, a 6-month local placement. The project has made policy recommendations for green skills as a tool to eliminate youth unemployment. 🙌 Do you want Yenesis to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower

🏫AUPET is a leading technical university in Central Asia. It designs educational programs on renewable energy and sustainable technologies. It provides training in the field of green energy for industry representatives and researchers. Do you want AUPET to become the winner of the Green Skills Awards 2024? 📥Vote here: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/VoteGreenSkillsAward2024Winner #GreenSkillsAward #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #ForOurPlanet #educationispower