In this week's vlog Tom outlines his latest meetings with Government leaders, reflects on the NFU's National Tenant Farmer Conference and introduces the first three of the NFU's sector board chairs.

The objective of this webinar is to provide an update for agri-food traders on the changes to the UK import regime which will apply to exports of Irish/EU agri-food goods to Great Britain (GB) from 31 January 2024 and to highlight the key steps food businesses exporting to GB should take to prepare for these significant changes.

In 2021–22, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) started its activity of setting global standards for sustainability-related disclosures, under the same institutional roof as the International Accounting Standards Board. In April 2022, the ISSB’s recently appointed vice-chair Sue Lloyd presented the first draft standards in an episode of the Peterson Institute for International Economics' Financial Statements event series. Two years on, Nicolas Veron (PIIE), Sue Lloyd (International Sustainability Standards Board), and Sylvie Goulard (SDA Bocconi School of Management) take stock. HOST Nicolas Véron Senior Fellow, Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE) GUESTS Sue Lloyd Vice-Chair, International Sustainability Standards Board Sylvie Goulard Professor of Practice in Global Affairs and Geopolitics, SDA Bocconi School of Management For more information, visit: https://www.piie.com/events/2024/international-sustainability-standards-boards-first-two-years Subscribe to receive notices of upcoming PIIE events: https://www.piie.com/subscribe Follow the Peterson Institute for International Economics on social media! Twitter: https://twitter.com/piie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/piie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PIIEonline/

Each year on 22 April, people across the planet join forces to raise awareness about the depleting quality of the environment, the unequivocal effects of climate change and the importance of protecting our planet for future generations. We celebrate Earth Day every day at ESA. This week, this spectacular image of Earth is brought to you by the Meteosat Second Generation series of missions. Music: First Survivors 4 by Los Angeles-based British composer, Luke Richards. Sourced from Audio Network Limited. Credits: ESA/NASA #ESA #Earth #EarthDay

ESA's newly graduated astronauts reach the end of one year of rigorous basic astronaut training. Watch the key moments during the journey of Sophie Adenot, Rosemary Coogan, Pablo Álvarez Fernández, Raphaël Liégeois, Marco Sieber, and Australian Space Agency astronaut candidate Katherine Bennell-Pegg. Selected in November 2022, the group began their training in April 2023. Basic astronaut training provides the candidates with an overall familiarisation and training in various areas, such as spacecraft systems, spacewalks, flight engineering, robotics and life support systems as well as survival and medical training. They received astronaut certification at ESA’s European Astronaut Centre on 22 April 2024. Following certification, the new astronauts will move on to the next phases of pre-assignment and mission-specific training - paving the way for future missions to the International Space Station and beyond. Credits: ESA - European Space Agency ESA/NASA NASA ESA/Royal Netherlands Air Force ★ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/ESAsubscribe and click twice on the bell button to receive our notifications. Check out our full video catalog: http://bit.ly/SpaceInVideos Follow us on Twitter: http://bit.ly/ESAonTwitter On Facebook: http://bit.ly/ESAonFacebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/ESAonInstagram On LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/ESAonLinkedIn On Pinterest: https://bit.ly/ESAonPinterest On Flickr: http://bit.ly/ESAonFlickr We are Europe's gateway to space. Our mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. Check out https://www.esa.int/ to get up to speed on everything space related. Copyright information about our videos is available here: https://www.esa.int/ESA_Multimedia/Terms_and_Conditions #ESA #Astronaut #ESAastro2022

32nd Network Meeting and 15th anniversary of the programme

On Wednesday, 27 March, at 14:00 GMT, UACES joined forces with IACES for ‘Beyond the Ballot Box: Domestic Politics & the Future of the European Union’. This online panel discussion brought together leading academics and policy experts to discuss what is set to be an historic and transformative year of elections across Europe. Disclaimer: The transcription in this video has been generated using automated speech recognition technology. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, errors may occur due to audio quality, accents and dialects, inaudible speech, technical limitations and homophones.

Watch the video trailer of the Between Land and Sea Festival at the Theater Bremen! HOSTED BY Theater Bremen, Fondazione Studio Rizoma, L'Art Rue, European Alternatives & School of Transnational Organizing WITH THE SUPPORT OF European Commission, Guerrilla Foundation & Kulturstiftung des Bundes LINKS www.betweenlandandsea.org www.theaterbremen.de www.euroalter.com www.transnationalorganizing.eu CREDITS Concept & Production: Theater Bremen Video Production, Editing & Animation: Theater Bremen

This infoday aims to inform interested applicants about new ERA call topics in the WIDERA Work Programme 2023-2025. Programme: - Experimentation and exchange of good practices for value creation - Science comes to town - Talent ecosystems for attractive early research careers – pilot More information: https://research-innovation-community.ec.europa.eu/events/3Znsogm6yPeW11QpxxraUg/overview

Liza Adamska, a driven 25-year-old from Ukraine now based in Hong Kong, is pursuing her dream of becoming a diplomat. She firmly believes that diplomacy is the key to addressing intricate global challenges and fostering peaceful resolutions. Liza is dedicated to mastering the art of diplomacy, recognising its profound impact in navigating diverse cultures and perspectives. She sees diplomacy as a transformative skill that can drive meaningful change toward a more peaceful and collaborative future. In her pursuit, Liza aims to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to her home country, Ukraine, advocating for innovative approaches to tackle pressing issues and promote harmony. Let's join Liza in her journey to cultivate diplomacy as a force for positive international engagement and progress! Liza’s voice is part of the newly launched #MySkills4You campaign, an initiative of the European Training Foundation to echo the voices of young citizens from the Southern and Eastern Neighbourhood and the Western Balkans. As a crucial component of the European Year of Skills, #MySkills4You sheds light on the significance of skill investment in these regions. In collaboration with the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations (DG NEAR), the campaign extends its reach through networks of young European Ambassadors and EU Jeel Connectors from EU Neighbours South, East, and Western Balkans. Participation in this initiative is open to all, providing a platform for individuals to contribute their perspectives on skills. Join us in this collaborative endeavour towards advancing skills development. Let’s work together on skills! Learn more 👉 etf.europa.eu/myskills4you #EuropeanYearOfSkills #MySkills4You

🌿Learning green skills isn't just about understanding climate change; it's about driving innovation. When combined with digital skills, they become a powerful force for tackling environmental challenges and bridging the digital divide. Find out more in the our campaign about skills for #greenjobs! #greenskills #EuropeanYearOfSkills @UNICEFECA #europeanyearofskills #skills4future #educationispower

Meet Sand to Green, our Star Venture start-up dedicated to combating desertification and restoring biodiversity in arid areas. They’re cultivating deserts in southern Morocco, mitigating the impacts of droughts and floods, creating jobs, boosting local economies, increasing agricultural productivity, and strengthening food security. The EBRD’s Star Venture programme identifies high-potential, innovative start-ups like Sand to Green and supports them with access to finance, class-leading tailored business advice, mentoring, and market development strategies. Find out more here: https://www.ebrd.com/starventure/overview.

Your ideas matter – shape the future you want! Share your visions of tomorrow and join #OurFutures, a project of the European Commission Policy Lab of the Joint Research Centre which aims to create a narrative that inspires citizens, policymakers, and foresight experts to act in the present. To know more about #OurFutures: https://knowledge4policy.ec.europa.eu/projects-activities/ourfutures-images-future-europe_en Tell us your story expressing what you would like to see in the Europe of the future here: https://bit.ly/our_futures Do you like to know what other citizens in Europe think? Read about their visions and ideas here: https://www.futures4europe.eu/stories ______________________________ 🧪 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗘 (𝗝𝗥𝗖) 🔬 The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides independent, evidence-based knowledge & science, supporting EU policies to positively impact society. As a department of the European Commission, we play a key role at multiple stages of the policy cycle. We work closely with other Commission departments, EU institutions and agencies, as well as with scientific partners and policy organisations in Europe and internationally. The JRC offers scientific expertise and competences from a very wide range of scientific disciplines in support of almost all EU policy areas. 🌐 JRC website: https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu ✉️ JRC monthly newsletter: https://europa.eu/!JTyGpY 🔎 JRC vacancies: https://europa.eu/!HbMtKp ______________________________ 📲 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗨𝗦! 📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/european-commission-joint-research-centre/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/EU_ScienceHub Instagram: https://instagram.com/EU_Science Facebook: https://facebook.com/EUScienceHub #JointResearchCentre #JRC #EuropeanCommission #EuropeanUnion #EU #ScienceForPolicy #Science4policy #Science #Foresight #Future #EUCitizens #Policy #Innovation

Entitled “IHI in a nutshell”, the session focused on how companies can shape and join IHI projects, and project participants will share their experience of building IHI partnerships under IHI’s first calls for proposals.

For more information about this call, please check: https://eismea.ec.europa.eu/node/465/latest_en

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The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) will hold a press briefing marking European Immunization Week. On this occasion, ECDC will present the latest data on vaccine-preventable diseases in the EU/EEA. The data come from the ECDC monthly measles report and four annual epidemiological reports with data from 2022, namely for Mumps, Invasive meningococcal disease, Diphtheria and Pertussis. The reports show an increase in cases of vaccine-preventable diseases since 2021. Date and time: Monday, 22 April 2024, 11:00 to 12:00 CET. Speakers: ➡ Andrea Ammon - ECDC Director ➡ Sabrina Bacci - Head of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunisation, ECDC Moderator: ➡ Andrea Nilsson - Communication Officer - ECDC

Self-care isn't just about diet and exercise - it's about making informed choices for your health. Seek reliable information on health and vaccination to prioritise your well-being. #UnitedinProtection #EIW2024 #vaccines #europe

Vaccines save lives and are backed by decades of evidence. Before making decisions, consult reliable sources. Let's prioritise health based on facts and science. #UnitedinProtection #EIW2024 #vaccines #europe

Magdalena Brier, President, Fundación ProFuturo speaking at Giga Day on the importance of digital skills and the digital transformation of education.

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Happy National Tea day! 🫖 🍃 To learn more about the science behind the world's number one drink, IFST visited Cornish company @Tregothnan to see how they're growing the only tea grown in England.

Join our very own Cecilia behind the scenes in Georgia and learn how we produce videos here at The #EBRD. We’re able to showcase our amazing projects and inspiring stories due to our fab Comms team. Here we take a look at the story of male nurses in Tbilisi… Who knew lunch wasn’t a thing on filming trips?! Filmed and edited by Emma Bentley

Join us for this chat with Johannes Duncker, co-writer of The teacher’s lounge, the winner of the 2024 LUX Audience Award. The LUX Audience Award is a joint initiative of the European Parliament and the European Film Academy in collaboration with the European Commission and Europa Cinemas. The films are rated by Members of the Parliament and European citizens, establishing it as the largest audience award worldwide. Watch again the award ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNhhxqIyvM4&t=3019s The finalists for the 2024 LUX Audience Award included: 20,000 Species of Bees by Estíbaliz Urresola (Spain) Fallen Leaves by Aki Kaurismäki (Finland/Germany) On the Adamant by Nicolas Philibert (France/Japan) Smoke Sauna Sisterhood by Anna Hints (Estonia/France/Iceland) The Teachers’ Lounge by Ilker Çatak (Germany), Winner

As we prepare to celebrate NATO's 75th anniversary at 🇺🇸 Washington Summit, chefs from the US American Culinary Corps created a meal to represent the Alliance Chef Jerome Grant's dish of double fried wings and mumbo sauce portrays strength and pays homage to our diversity through the mixed seasonings. #1NATO75years #americanculinarycorps #ArtsEnvoy 🏷️ 🇺🇸 @StateDept, 🇺🇸 @USNATO, @BeardFoundation

SLOCAT Secretary General Maruxa Cardama underscored the pivotal role of sustainable, low carbon transport in fostering prosperity and livelihoods worldwide, particularly in the 18 months ahead. Critical opportunities emerge as countries establish robust 2030 targets for transport in the forthcoming round of Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement.The commencement of the UN Decade on Sustainable Transport in 2026 presents a significant opportunity to drive transformative change in global transport systems. For SLOCAT and the global transport community, this meeting was the first opportunity to contribute towards the implementation plan for the Decade on Sustainable Transport. The Decade has the potential to enhance coherence, collaboration and action for sustainable, low-carbon transport. Learn more: https://slocat.net/transport-at-the-un-general-assembly-sustainability-week/

In her speech, Andreja Metelko-Zgombić, State Secretary for Europe in the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, focuses on Croatia’s perspective on the forthcoming EU enlargement process, the institutional changes required to prepare the EU for enlargement, and the range of reforms to be implemented by the Western Balkan countries before accession, including the resolution of historical disputes. She also addresses the proposal of a so-called confidence clause for the region in the accession treaties, which would prevent a newly joined Member State from blocking the accession of another candidate country. Finally, she provides an assessment, ten years on, of how both Croatia and the EU have benefitted from the 2013 enlargement. About the Speaker: Andreja Metelko-Zgombić is the State Secretary for Europe at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia and holds a law degree. Prior to assuming this position in 2017, she held several prominent posts at the Ministry, including Chief Legal Adviser and Assistant Minister for European Law, International Law and Consular Affairs. Metelko-Zgombić is also the Senior Representative of the Republic of Croatia on the Standing Joint Committee on Succession Issues and the President of the Commission of the Government of the Republic of Croatia for Borders.

As the United States faces into a number of consequential elections including the Presidential Election in 2024, along with elections to Congress as well as several gubernatorial elections, the shape of the political landscape in the United States both during the election campaigns and after the political dust has settled will be highly significant for the future of the country’s democracy. In her address to the IIEA, Vanessa Williamson, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, assesses the possible consequences of the 2024 elections for the resilience of the institutions which underpin the US’ democracy. About the Speaker: Vanessa Williamson is a Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at Brookings, and a Senior Fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center. She studies taxation, redistribution, democracy, and political participation. She is the author, with Theda Skocpol, of The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism.

In her speech, Andreja Metelko-Zgombić, State Secretary for Europe in the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, focuses on Croatia’s perspective on the forthcoming EU enlargement process, the institutional changes required to prepare the EU for enlargement, and the range of reforms to be implemented by the Western Balkan countries before accession, including the resolution of historical disputes. She also addresses the proposal of a so-called confidence clause for the region in the accession treaties, which would prevent a newly joined Member State from blocking the accession of another candidate country. Finally, she provides an assessment, ten years on, of how both Croatia and the EU have benefitted from the 2013 enlargement. About the Speaker: Andreja Metelko-Zgombić is the State Secretary for Europe at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia and holds a law degree. Prior to assuming this position in 2017, she held several prominent posts at the Ministry, including Chief Legal Adviser and Assistant Minister for European Law, International Law and Consular Affairs. Metelko-Zgombić is also the Senior Representative of the Republic of Croatia on the Standing Joint Committee on Succession Issues and the President of the Commission of the Government of the Republic of Croatia for Borders. Recorded on the 19th of April 2024

As the United States faces into a number of consequential elections including the Presidential Election in 2024, along with elections to Congress as well as several gubernatorial elections, the shape of the political landscape in the United States both during the election campaigns and after the political dust has settled will be highly significant for the future of the country’s democracy. In her address to the IIEA, Vanessa Williamson, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, assesses the possible consequences of the 2024 elections for the resilience of the institutions which underpin the US’ democracy. About the Speaker: Vanessa Williamson is a Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at Brookings, and a Senior Fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center. She studies taxation, redistribution, democracy, and political participation. She is the author, with Theda Skocpol, of The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism. Recorded on the 19th of April 2024

The Kelley School of Business's Institute for Corporate Governance (ICG), in partnership with the Ostrom Workshop at Indiana University and ECGI, organised a public lecture on corporate governance. The twenty-third lecture, Can We Trust ESG Research? was held on 4th April 2024 Professor Alex Edmans (London Business School and ECGI) presented the lecture in this series, which was moderated by Professor Stephanie Wang (The Kelley School of Business's Institute). For more information, including slides, please see the following link: https://www.ecgi.global/events/can-we-trust-esg-research

The message from the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola, for the opening ceremony of the EYE Berlin.

Our planet protects us from cosmic rays, solar flares, micrometeorites and huge temperature variations. But what if the planetary shield is not strong enough, or what if we venture out into space itself?! In this press conference, scientists discuss the observation of biosignatures on distant exoplanets and where is the best Lunar real estate. For those who decide to remain on spaceship Earth, scientists outline how they predict sunspots and other extreme space weather with the help of advanced Machine Learning technology and.... a regular clock. Participants: Werner Grandl Space Renaissance International, Italy Stephanie Olson Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences, Purdue University, United States of America Enrico Camporeale (on behalf of Andong Hu) CU Boulder, United States of America Sandra Chapman Centre for Fusion, Space and Astrophysics, Physics Department, University of Warwick, United Kingdom and Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Tromsø, Norway Recorded at EGU24 in Vienna, Austria, Thursday 18 April 2024. More information about EGU24: https://www.egu24.eu/ Follow us: X (twitter): https://twitter.com/EuroGeosciences Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eurogeosciences Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EuropeanGeosciencesUnion LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2338760 Website: https://www.egu.eu Email: [email protected]

The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) and a coalition of civil society experts discussed what they’re doing to build the field of #PublicInterest technologists shaping standards and #InternetGovernance processes, and how the rest of us can follow this work and get engaged. While CDT has advocated in #InternetStandards bodies since the early 2000s, few civil society organizations remain engaged in technical standards. However with legislation like the AI Act in Europe, global standards are being explicitly linked to policy, and these seemingly arcane and specialist fora have become directly consequential. Public interest #technologists play a crucial role in shaping global internet standards, as these standards fundamentally govern how the internet operates and evolves. By influencing these standards, technologists can advocate for #privacy, #accessibility, and freedom of expression, which are vital for a democratic and equitable digital landscape. Their expertise and ethical perspective are essential in confronting challenges like the #DigitalDivide, #surveillance, and #censorship, thus ensuring that technological advancements serve the greater good and protect individual rights on a global scale. These challenges and opportunities occur in dozens of consequential standards development organizations at the regional and global level, each with their own complex ecosystem of expertise, documentation and working methods. We explored this ecosystem and discuss why and how civil society should become more engaged in these forums. Speakers * Michaela Nakayama Shapiro, Global Partners Digital * Stephanie Borg Psaila, Diplo Foundation * Gurshabad Grover, ARTICLE 19 * Mallory Knodel, Center for Democracy & Technology April 18th, 2024 Twitter: @CenDemTech (http://bit.ly/cdttweeter) Facebook: Center for Democracy and Technology (http://bit.ly/cdtbook) LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/cdtli Website: https://cdt.org CDT's podcast, Tech Talks, can be found on Soundcloud (http://bit.ly/scloudCDT), as well as on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, and TuneIn.

Eighty years ago, NSF was founded with the primary objective of establishing guidelines for the design and manufacturing of equipment and supplies in a manner that ensures safety. These guidelines, now referred to as 'The Standards,' are aimed at facilitating the use of safe materials and ensuring that the end products are easily cleanable. In this webinar, we'll delve into a brief history of NSF as well as provide a broad overview of the various certifications it offers. This includes certifications for food equipment, 'Safer Green' chemicals, and food-grade lubricants. Furthermore, we'll explore the impact of these standards on hospitality operators, health departments, manufacturers, inventors, and other stakeholders within the industry. Download the Presentation Slides and Certificate of Attendance in the files library: https://www.ifsqn.com/forum/index.php/files/file/509-the-why-what-for-and-how-on-food-equipment-supplies-safety-certification/

Explore how industry representatives see the agrifood sector, hear about the success stories and discover the potential and opportunities within the CEE region. Panelists: Kamil Gębski - Marketing Director at Maspex Rostislav Brzobohaty - CCO at Mewery Milos Milicsevics - Head of Research Intelligence at VC Leaders Alina Dolmate - Head of Innovation Ecosystem Development Unit at RTU Science & Innovation Centre Moderation: Zosia Wanat - Senior reporter at Sifted Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

Watch a speech by Ewa Jarosz, Project Manager from a Polish startup Rebread! Their goal is to save as much unused bread as possible, by transforming it from waste to a raw material that can be reused, saving resources, energy and the environment. Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

Meet MEWERY, a startup company based in Czech Republic! Watch Rostislav Brzobohaty explain how their deep-tech company is developing a platform for cell-cultivated meat products using proprietary co-culture method of animal and microalgae cells. Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

Watch the second pitch from Petri-Jaan Lahtvee, Food Tech and Bioengineering professor at Tallinn University of Technology and co-founder of ÄIO. They are future-shaping fats and oils to replace palm oil, coconut oil and animal fats with sustainable and healthier alternatives. Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

Meet the first changemaker: NapiFeryn BioTech, a Polish startup company! Magdalena Kozłowska, Co-Founder & CEO of NapiFeryn BioTech gave an insightful speech on their unique and patented technology of obtaining rapeseed protein from the side-stream of the oil pressing. Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

See a discussion on a critical topic of sustainable practices to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the agri-food sector, and how collaborative efforts and innovative solutions are essential to meet the climate targets. Panelists: Paulina Kaczmarek - Head of the Sustainable Development Team in the DANONE group of companies (Danone, Żywiec Zdrój, Nutricia) in Poland Petri-Jaan Lahtvee - Food Tech and Bioengineering professor at Tallinn University of Technology, co-founder of ÄIO Monika Radomska - Communication Manager at EcoBean Moderation: Ernesto Hartikainen - CEO at Biocode Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

Watch experts from various facets of the agrifood ecosystem share insights into how AI is being leveraged to enhance crop yield predictions, optimise supply chain efficiency, and drive sustainable farming practices. Panelists: Jarosław Sokolnicki - Director of Technology Center at Microsoft Emanuela Matić - Founder and COO at Scoop Technologies Kristina Šermukšnytė-Alešiūnienė - CEO at AgriFood Lithuania Bartłomiej Przybylski - Data Insights & Analytics Manager at Żabka Group Moderation: Michał Mądry - Managing director at foodtech,ac., Partner and head of the transformation division at JP Weber Read more about the NewAgVentures event here: https://www.eitfood.eu/news/new-ag-ventures-meetup-unveils-cees-bright-horizon-in-agri-food-tech

Watch the first panel discussion: How to include agrifood aspect in the women's entrepreneurial support programmes from the online event Women agrifood innovators empower CEE region by EIT Food. Panelists: Kristina Šermukšnytė - Alešiūnienė, Director at AgriFood Lithuania DIH Ralitsa Zhekova, Executive Director at RAPIV Vadim Petrunin, CEO at iHUB MODERATION: Andrew Wrobel, Emerging Europe EIT Food just released its newest report and guidelines on the successful design of female entrepreneurship support programmes in agrifood. Have you ever wondered how to create impactful programmes? How to address the right target group of female innovators? What are the unique features of effective measures to boost female entrepreneurship in agrifood? Download the EIT Food Report and get free access to valuable insights and learn how to design effective support programmes for women entrepreneurs in the agrifood sector. Download now: https://www.eitfood.eu/reports/how-to-empower-women-innovators-in-agrifood-guidelines-for-programme-design For more information about our programmes and activities visit our website: https://www.eitfood.eu/

Watch the second panel discussion: How to include gender aspect in the agrifood entrepreneurship programmes? from the online event Women agrifood innovators empower CEE region by EIT Food. Panelists: Milica Trajković, Head of Innovation at BioSense Institute Elina Zheleva, Managing Partner and Director at Launchlabs Sofia Michał Misza Piosik, Founder at AC/VC Foodtech Impact Fund MODERATION: Andrew Wrobel, Emerging Europe EIT Food just released its newest report and guidelines on the successful design of female entrepreneurship support programmes in agrifood. Have you ever wondered how to create impactful programmes? How to address the right target group of female innovators? What are the unique features of effective measures to boost female entrepreneurship in agrifood? Download the EIT Food Report and get free access to valuable insights and learn how to design effective support programmes for women entrepreneurs in the agrifood sector. Download now: https://www.eitfood.eu/reports/how-to-empower-women-innovators-in-agrifood-guidelines-for-programme-design For more information about our programmes and activities visit our website: https://www.eitfood.eu/

Watch the presentation of the research results by Aleksandra Niżyńska, Partner at Gender Solution, during an EIT Food online event: Women agrifood innovators empower CEE region. EIT Food just released its newest report and guidelines on the successful design of female entrepreneurship support programmes in agrifood. Have you ever wondered how to create impactful programmes? How to address the right target group of female innovators? What are the unique features of effective measures to boost female entrepreneurship in agrifood? Download the EIT Food Report and get free access to valuable insights and learn how to design effective support programmes for women entrepreneurs in the agrifood sector. Download now: https://www.eitfood.eu/reports/how-to-empower-women-innovators-in-agrifood-guidelines-for-programme-design For more information about our programmes and activities visit our website: https://www.eitfood.eu/

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Why putting people first in the HIV response makes sense Workshop 14 - 15 March 2024 Partner: LoveYourself  Collaborators: EpiC, PROTECTS Upscale Focus: Key messages from the IAS 2023 conference; The HIV response in the Philippines in 2024; A human rights-centred and stigma free response to HIV; Latest updates on pediatric and adolescent treatment; Latest scientific updates on PrEP and updates on PEP guidelines; U=U - rights to sex and sexual pleasure

Short description The webinar is focused on the French practical guidelines for the diagnosis and management of relapsing Polychondritis (RP). RP usually begins in middle-aged individuals. This diagnosis is mainly suggested in the presence of chondritis, i.e. inflammatory flares on the cartilage, in particular of the ears, nose or respiratory tract, and more rarely in the presence of other manifestations. The formal diagnosis of relapsing polychondritis cannot be established with certainty before the onset of chondritis, which can sometimes occur several years after the first signs. No laboratory test is specific of relapsing polychondritis, the diagnosis is usually based on clinical evidence and the elimination of differential diagnoses. Relapsing polychondritis is a long-lasting and often unpredictable disease, evolving in the form of relapses interspersed with periods of remission that can be very prolonged. Its management is not codified and depends on the nature of the patient’s symptoms and association or not with myelo-dysplasia/vacuoles, E1 enzyme, X linked, autoinflammatory, somatic (VEXAS). Some minor forms can be treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or a short course of corticosteroids with possibly a background treatment of colchicine. However, the treatment strategy is often based on the lowest possible dosage of corticosteroids combined with background treatment with conventional immunosuppressants (e.g. methotrexate, azathioprine, mycophenolate mofetil, rarely cyclophosphamide) or targeted therapies. Specific strategies are required if relapsing polychondritis is associated with myelodysplasia/VEXAS. Forms limited to the cartilage of the nose or ears have a good prognosis. Involvement of the cartilage of the respiratory tract, cardiovascular involvement, and association with myelodysplasia/VEXAS (more frequent in men over 50 years of age) are detrimental to the prognosis of the disease. Speaker Prof. Laurent Arnaud (MD, PhD) is full Professor of Rheumatology at Strasbourg University & Academic Hospitals (France). He obtained his medical degree and a PhD in immunology from Paris University. His main clinical interests focus on the care of patients with autoimmune diseases such as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and relapsing polychondritis (RP). He is leading a research group focusing on innovative strategies to study the epidemiology of autoimmune diseases, with a particular interest for the use of novel diagnostic and therapeutic digital strategies based on big data and Artificial Intelligence. With his team at the French National Reference Center for Rare Autoimmune Diseases of Strasbourg (CRMR RESO), he has published more than 200 articles in the field of rare diseases. Professor Arnaud is currently the President of the European Lupus Society (SLEuro) and Disease Coordinator for Lupus and relapsing polychondritis of the ERN ReCONNET. He is the curator of a twitter account (@Lupusreference) followed by more than 15.5k people. More info about RP can be found here: reconnet.ern-net.eu/disease-rp/ The registration to the ERN ReCONNET Newsletter can be done following this link: reconnet.ern-net.eu/event-and-media-newsletter/

18 April 2024: Ministers Stephen Donnelly TD, @marybutlertd1705 and Colm Burke TD joined the Chief Nursing Officer Rachel Kenna and @HSEIreland colleagues to launch the new Women's Health Action Plan for 2024-2025 at The Coombe Hospital.

The 2024 SEAI National Energy Research, Development & Demonstration (RD&D) Funding Programme is open for applications, with up to €20m in funding available. Check out our website for full details, where you can download the call document, the application form, and start to prepare your proposal - seai.ie/grants/research-funding/research-development-and-demonstration-fund/ The application deadline is 12 noon (Irish Standard Time), Thursday 13th June 2024.  If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

With recent technological breakthroughs and increased private investments the fusion industry is gaining momentum. Europe has always been at the forefront in fusion research and technology. To develop an EU path towards fusion commercialisation and build industrial capability, it is vital for the EU to capitalise on the experience gained from the Joint European Torus (JET) and other fusion activities to date, including the EUROfusion - Realising Fusion Energy, ITER - the way to new energy and BROADER APPROACH programmes. It is important to reflect on funding and regulatory needs and to discuss cooperation mechanisms between the governments, laboratories and industry. As a part of an ongoing process together with the Directorate-General for Research and Development towards creating an agile policy framework for fusion research and innovation, the Directorate-General for Energy invites the key fusion stakeholders to Strasbourg to discuss the current state of fusion in the EU and how to foster acceleration in fusion development. This discussion will inform concrete actions and recommendations for the Commission and EU countries to develop joint winning strategies and build a thriving European ecosystem.

It's the end of Season 3 of FAS TV, and we've taken a look back at some of the highlights from our farmers and crofters, who have some important messages to share. Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service (FAS) is funded by the Scottish Government, providing information and resources aimed at increasing the profitability and sustainability of farms and crofts. Subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/FASScot/?sub_confirmation=1 Visit our website: https://www.fas.scot/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FASScot Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FASScot/

Gita Gopinath, first deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund, joins PIIE president Adam S. Posen for a fireside chat on global economic fragmentation and labor, industrial, and green policies at the PIIE-IMF conference Rethinking economic policy: Steering structural change held on April 16-17, 2024.

Kimberly Clausing (PIIE and UCLA), Jean Pisani-Ferry (PIIE and Bruegel), and Nicholas Stern (London School of Economics), discussed tax policy as climate policy, how the green transition will affect investment, growth, and market considerations, and opportunities for public and private commitments to accelerate clean growth. The panel was chaired by Olivier Blanchard (PIIE). This panel discussion was at the PIIE-IMF conference “Rethinking economic policy: Steering structural change,” April 16-17, 2024.

Gordon Brown (former UK prime minister), Angus Deaton (Princeton University), Keyu Jin (London School of Economics), and Michael Spence (Stanford University) discuss challenges facing the global economy, like the green energy transition, shifting geopolitical tensions, technological innovation, and economic fragmentation. These and other structural changes require rethinking economic policies around the world. This discussion was the first at the PIIE-IMF conference “Rethinking economic policy: Steering structural change,” April 16-17, 2024.

As they reach the end of one year of rigorous basic astronaut training, ESA astronaut candidates Sophie Adenot, Rosemary Coogan, Pablo Álvarez Fernández, Raphaël Liégeois, Marco Sieber and Australian Space Agency astronaut candidate Katherine Bennell-Pegg will receive astronaut certification at ESA’s European Astronaut Centre on 22 April 2024. The group was selected in November 2022 and began their training in April 2023. Basic astronaut training provides the candidates with an overall familiarisation and training in various areas, such as spacecraft systems, spacewalking, flight engineering, robotics and life support systems, as well as survival and medical training. Following certification, the new astronauts will move on to the next phases of pre-assignment and mission-specific training, paving the way for future missions to the International Space Station and beyond. Join us for the graduation ceremony live on ESA Web TV on Monday 22 April from 10:00 – 11:30 CEST. Credits: ESA - European Space Agency ★ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/ESAsubscribe and click twice on the bell button to receive our notifications. Check out our full video catalog: http://bit.ly/SpaceInVideos Follow us on Twitter: http://bit.ly/ESAonTwitter On Facebook: http://bit.ly/ESAonFacebook On Instagram: http://bit.ly/ESAonInstagram On LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/ESAonLinkedIn On Pinterest: https://bit.ly/ESAonPinterest On Flickr: http://bit.ly/ESAonFlickr We are Europe's gateway to space. Our mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. Check out https://www.esa.int/ to get up to speed on everything space related. Copyright information about our videos is available here: https://www.esa.int/ESA_Multimedia/Terms_and_Conditions #ESA #Astronaut #Training

IATA’s Wings of Change Focus Africa will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 2-3 July 2024. This premier gathering will assemble 400+ leaders, decision-makers, and influencers to explore how industry leaders, governments, and influencers are spearheading initiatives to tap into the potential of the Region and discover how these efforts will not only enhance connectivity but also create job opportunities and foster economic growth across the region. Book your pass and be at the forefront of aviation in Africa! Take advantage of Early Bird rates until 16 May and register today: https://www.iata.org/woc-focus-africa/

Taking place on 22-23 May in St. Pölten, Austria, the event explores the theme of transnational cooperation and ties between Applied Higher Education institutions that transcend borders. The EURASHE Conference attracts a diversity of delegates: university Rectors and Vice-Rectors, policymakers, students, and academics to name a few. On top of offering engaging sessions, inspiring speeches, and countless networking opportunities, it is a renowned moment for the Higher Education community to come together and shape the future of higher education. Check out the Conference programme for additional information on the speakers and session flow. www.eurashe.eu

Short video promoting the post-2027 public consultation survey about Interreg Europe. Please contribute with your views at: https://www.interregeurope.eu/post-2027

A recording of the webinar about building a successful partnership for lead applicants in the third call for project proposals. Recorded on 15 April 2024.

A recording of the webinar about project management, budget and finances for lead applicants in the third call for project proposals. Recorded on 16 April 2024.

A recording of the webinar about designing project methodology for lead applicants in the third call for project proposals. Recorded on 16 April 2024.

A recording of the webinar about project communication for lead applicants in the third call for project proposals. Recorded on 18 April 2024.

Learn more: https://www.iea.org/events/batteries-and-secure-energy-transitions The IEA's Special Report on Batteries and Secure Energy Transitions will highlight the important role of battery technologies to fulfil recent commitments made by nearly 200 countries at COP28, including tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030, doubling the pace of energy efficiency improvements by 2030 and transitioning away from fossil fuels. The report brings together the latest data and information on batteries from around the world, including recent market developments and technological advances, insights and analysis on leading markets, and key barriers to growth, highlighting areas that call for greater policy attention. The Special Report on Batteries also covers battery storage in the power sector and electromobility. And, by looking at the entire battery ecosystem, from critical minerals and manufacturing to use and recycling, it identifies synergies and potential bottlenecks across different sectors.

During the #EUYouthWeek we give voice to young people who have experience in living and working in rural areas! 🎤What are their insights & challenges? What the EU can do for them?

Maria Demertzis is Adjunct Professor at the Florence School of Transnational Governance and Senior Fellow at Bruegel. Professor Demertzis will teach the new EUI Global Executive Master covering topical issues around economics. 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

The Joint Research Centre has developed the Photovoltaic Geographical Information System (PVGIS) to help determine the best installation of solar panels so as to generate the maximum amount of electricity, taking into account aspects such as the technical specifications, quantity and orientation of the installed panels and the geographical location. Also known as photovoltaic systems, solar panels can be a clean and independent energy solutions to help reduce energy bills and the environment. ______________________________ 🧪 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗘 (𝗝𝗥𝗖) 🔬 The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides independent, evidence-based knowledge & science, supporting EU policies to positively impact society. As a department of the European Commission, we play a key role at multiple stages of the policy cycle. We work closely with other Commission departments, EU institutions and agencies, as well as with scientific partners and policy organisations in Europe and internationally. The JRC offers scientific expertise and competences from a very wide range of scientific disciplines in support of almost all EU policy areas. 🌐 JRC website: https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu ✉️ JRC monthly newsletter: https://europa.eu/!JTyGpY 🔎 JRC vacancies: https://europa.eu/!HbMtKp ______________________________ 📲 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗨𝗦!! 📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/european-commission-joint-research-centre/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/EU_ScienceHub Instagram: https://instagram.com/EU_Science Facebook: https://facebook.com/EUScienceHub #JointResearchCentre #JRC #EuropeanCommission #EuropeanUnion #EU #ScienceForPolicy #Science4policy #Science #Policymaking #SolarEnergy #SolarPanels #Photovoltaics

Sophie Damy works at EMSL, the European Microwave Signature Laboratory of the Joint Research Centre of the @EuropeanCommission. She works on Galileo, the EU’s global navigation satellite system, and tests satellite receivers like the ones in your phone or car to help improve our daily life. To know more about what the EU is doing on global navigation satellite systems, visit the EMSL webpage: https://europa.eu/!gpxTW7 Take the virtual tour of EMSL: https://europa.eu/!DYgbdB ______________________________ 🧪 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗘 (𝗝𝗥𝗖) 🔬 The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides independent, evidence-based knowledge & science, supporting EU policies to positively impact society. As a department of the European Commission, we play a key role at multiple stages of the policy cycle. We work closely with other Commission departments, EU institutions and agencies, as well as with scientific partners and policy organisations in Europe and internationally. The JRC offers scientific expertise and competences from a very wide range of scientific disciplines in support of almost all EU policy areas. 🌐 JRC website: https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu ✉️ JRC monthly newsletter: https://europa.eu/!JTyGpY 🔎 JRC vacancies: https://europa.eu/!HbMtKp ______________________________ 📲 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗨𝗦! 📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/european-commission-joint-research-centre/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/EU_ScienceHub Instagram: https://instagram.com/EU_Science Facebook: https://facebook.com/EUScienceHub #JointResearchCentre #JRC #EuropeanCommission #EuropeanUnion #EU #ScienceForPolicy #Science4policy #Science #Policy #Policymaking #EMSL #Laboratory #SatelliteNavigation #Satellite #Galileo #GlobalNavigator #MicrowaveSignature

EUROCONTROL’s All Together Now 2024 video on the importance of disciplined flight plan execution explains why sticking to an agreed flight plan - unless it is safety critical - is a priority to ensure smooth air traffic across the Network as any changes affect air traffic control, airports and ground handling. Flights entering into airspace that is not expecting them results in unused, lost capacity in the originally planned airspace and additional loading challenges in the new airspace. Disciplined flight plan execution is one of five priorities EUROCONTROL encourages aviation to focus on as we prepare for busy summer traffic together. The other priorities include prioritising first rotation, delivering agreed capacities, realistic schedules including turnaround times and adverse weather management. Our All Together Now 2024 videos are part of the EUROCONTROL Network Manager’s “All Together Now 2024” campaign to manage busy summer air traffic across the European aviation network. Central to the campaign is our hands-on All Together Now 2024 guide for flight dispatchers, pilots, air traffic controllers, flow management positions and airports that recommends how each can play their part in ensuring efficient air traffic this summer and best cooperate with the EUROCONTROL Network Manager Operations Centre.

Sometimes what people behind disinformation want is to sow confusion and doubt. They flood social media with multiple and conflicting versions of the same event, not in order to convince us of something but to promote general distrust and apathy. Learn how to spot and counter this threat by watching this video with the European Parliament’s experts. You can read more about the European Parliament and European Elections here: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/portal/en

EU Finance Podcast host Aidas Palubinskas talks with Elodie Feller of the Platform on Sustainable Finance and EU Commission expert Sophie Rathmes about an important facet of sustainable finance – transition finance.

Think about what you did yesterday with your phone. Did you look for an address? Did you order food? Did you read a newspaper? Did you listen to a podcast? Did you open an app or take a photo? It's all registered. Today, it's almost impossible to live without leaving a digital footprint. How can we be sure this very long trail of data protects us and does not violate our privacy? In this special episode, Euronews travelled to Vienna, the capital of Austria, to find answers at the Fundamental Rights Forum 2024. Copyright: Euronews

On world book and copyright day (23 April) we celebrate the joy of reading and the importance of creativity and IP protection for creators. To commemorate it, find here a short story of it.

This webinar aimed to give a full picture of EFSA’s ONE YEAR | ALL-ROUND TRAINEESHIP EXPERIENCE for 2024 -- The current subtitles have been automatically produced by YouTube. EFSA does not accept any liability for mistakes or inaccuracies resulting from the transcribing process Subtitles are available in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Click on the setting button to select your preferred language subtitles and then click on “turn on captions” button in the lower right hand corner of the screen. Discover more about EFSA on our channels: ▪ Website: https://www.efsa.europa.eu/en ▪ Twitter: https://twitter.com/efsa_eu ▪ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/efsa ▪ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_healthenv_eu/

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#DigitalEU #DSA #DigitalServicesAct When a website or app asks us to read the terms and conditions, we are usually faced with a small print we have to endlessly scroll through, making it difficult to focus on what we are agreeing to – if we read it at all. The DSA will ensure that very large online platforms (those with over 45 million users in the EU) provide concise and unambiguous summaries of their terms and conditions in the local EU language, so we all know what we are accepting. Of course, this only lists a few of the many ways the DSA will improve our online lives. Explore our pages to find out more about how the DSA will create a safer and fairer online world. Read more about the DSA: https://europa.eu/!GYrbxf ▬ About Digital EU ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG Connect) develops and implements policies to make Europe fit for the digital age. We invest in research, innovation, deployment and uptake of trustworthy and green digital technologies that improve our economy and people’s lives. Through funding, legislation and policy initiatives, we help ensure European leadership and independence in critical digital technologies(such as Artificial Intelligence, Common Data Spaces, high-performance computing, 5G, micro-electronics, blockchain and quantum). We work towards making Europe a global leader in the data economy and in cybersecurity. We foster the internal market where all companies can invest and compete on equal terms, develop, market and use digital technologies, products and services and where the rights of creators and consumers are respected. We work on the deployment of very high-speed networks to all companies and households, as connectivity is key for digital transformation.We promote the EU’s human-centric model of an innovative, fair and sustainable digital transformation of society, which respects our democratic values, our fundamental rights and cultural diversity. We help bridge the digital divide by supporting digital literacy and skills of EU citizens. ▬ About the European Commission ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Commission represents and upholds the interests of the EU as a whole, and is independent of national governments. The European Commission prepares legislation for adoption by the Council (representing the member countries) and the Parliament (representing the citizens). It administers the budget and the policy programmes (agriculture, fisheries, research etc.) in cooperation with authorities in the member countries. The Commission's work is steered by a College of Commissioners, and led by its President. The Commissioners work on specific policy priorities that are set out by the Commission President. ▬ More Videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe to EuropeanCommission: https://bit.ly/2X56Ju6 All European Commission Videos: http://bit.ly/EUCommissionVideos ▬ Follow Us On ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► X: https://twitter.com/DigitalEU ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitaleu/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigitalEU/ ► Newsletters: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/newsletters ► Check our Website: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en ► Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/digital-eu/

#DigitalEU #DSA #DigitalServicesAct Ever feel like your phone is listening to you? Or that a social media website knows you better than you know yourself? The DSA will be able to help; it will introduce transparency around advertising, making sure it is clearly labelled, and information is available about who is placing the ad and why you are seeing it. It also introduces a ban on certain types of advertising, like advertising based on sensitive data categories including sexuality, religion or race, and a complete ban on targeted advertising of children. Read more about the DSA: https://europa.eu/!GYrbxf ▬ About Digital EU ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG Connect) develops and implements policies to make Europe fit for the digital age. We invest in research, innovation, deployment and uptake of trustworthy and green digital technologies that improve our economy and people’s lives. Through funding, legislation and policy initiatives, we help ensure European leadership and independence in critical digital technologies(such as Artificial Intelligence, Common Data Spaces, high-performance computing, 5G, micro-electronics, blockchain and quantum). We work towards making Europe a global leader in the data economy and in cybersecurity. We foster the internal market where all companies can invest and compete on equal terms, develop, market and use digital technologies, products and services and where the rights of creators and consumers are respected. We work on the deployment of very high-speed networks to all companies and households, as connectivity is key for digital transformation.We promote the EU’s human-centric model of an innovative, fair and sustainable digital transformation of society, which respects our democratic values, our fundamental rights and cultural diversity. We help bridge the digital divide by supporting digital literacy and skills of EU citizens. ▬ About the European Commission ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Commission represents and upholds the interests of the EU as a whole, and is independent of national governments. The European Commission prepares legislation for adoption by the Council (representing the member countries) and the Parliament (representing the citizens). It administers the budget and the policy programmes (agriculture, fisheries, research etc.) in cooperation with authorities in the member countries. The Commission's work is steered by a College of Commissioners, and led by its President. The Commissioners work on specific policy priorities that are set out by the Commission President. ▬ More Videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe to EuropeanCommission: https://bit.ly/2X56Ju6 All European Commission Videos: http://bit.ly/EUCommissionVideos ▬ Follow Us On ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► X: https://twitter.com/DigitalEU ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitaleu/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigitalEU/ ► Newsletters: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/newsletters ► Check our Website: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en ► Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/digital-eu/

#DigitalEU #DSA #digitalservicesact Currently, there is no consistent flagging system for when you see illegal content, goods or services online. The DSA will make it easier for you to report illegal content, such as hate speech, and goods such as counterfeit products by introducing mandatory user-friendly flagging systems. Platforms will need to process alerts in a timely and diligent manner and keep you updated. You will also have clear information about whom you’re buying goods or services from online. ▬ About Digital EU ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG Connect) develops and implements policies to make Europe fit for the digital age. We invest in research, innovation, deployment and uptake of trustworthy and green digital technologies that improve our economy and people’s lives. Through funding, legislation and policy initiatives, we help ensure European leadership and independence in critical digital technologies(such as Artificial Intelligence, Common Data Spaces, high-performance computing, 5G, micro-electronics, blockchain and quantum). We work towards making Europe a global leader in the data economy and in cybersecurity. We foster the internal market where all companies can invest and compete on equal terms, develop, market and use digital technologies, products and services and where the rights of creators and consumers are respected. We work on the deployment of very high-speed networks to all companies and households, as connectivity is key for digital transformation.We promote the EU’s human-centric model of an innovative, fair and sustainable digital transformation of society, which respects our democratic values, our fundamental rights and cultural diversity. We help bridge the digital divide by supporting digital literacy and skills of EU citizens. ▬ About the European Commission ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Commission represents and upholds the interests of the EU as a whole, and is independent of national governments. The European Commission prepares legislation for adoption by the Council (representing the member countries) and the Parliament (representing the citizens). It administers the budget and the policy programmes (agriculture, fisheries, research etc.) in cooperation with authorities in the member countries. The Commission's work is steered by a College of Commissioners, and led by its President. The Commissioners work on specific policy priorities that are set out by the Commission President. ▬ More Videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe to EuropeanCommission: https://bit.ly/2X56Ju6 All European Commission Videos: http://bit.ly/EUCommissionVideos ▬ Follow Us On ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► X: https://twitter.com/DigitalEU ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitaleu/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigitalEU/ ► Newsletters: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/newsletters ► Check our Website: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en ► Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/digital-eu/

#DigitalEU #DSA #digitalservicesact At the moment, if a platform decides to take down something you post, it is hard to contest that decision. The DSA will allow us to challenge platforms through an easy-to-use, free-of-charge complaint mechanism. Read more about the DSA: https://europa.eu/!GYrbxf ▬ About Digital EU ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG Connect) develops and implements policies to make Europe fit for the digital age. We invest in research, innovation, deployment and uptake of trustworthy and green digital technologies that improve our economy and people’s lives. Through funding, legislation and policy initiatives, we help ensure European leadership and independence in critical digital technologies(such as Artificial Intelligence, Common Data Spaces, high-performance computing, 5G, micro-electronics, blockchain and quantum). We work towards making Europe a global leader in the data economy and in cybersecurity. We foster the internal market where all companies can invest and compete on equal terms, develop, market and use digital technologies, products and services and where the rights of creators and consumers are respected. We work on the deployment of very high-speed networks to all companies and households, as connectivity is key for digital transformation.We promote the EU’s human-centric model of an innovative, fair and sustainable digital transformation of society, which respects our democratic values, our fundamental rights and cultural diversity. We help bridge the digital divide by supporting digital literacy and skills of EU citizens. ▬ About the European Commission ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Commission represents and upholds the interests of the EU as a whole, and is independent of national governments. The European Commission prepares legislation for adoption by the Council (representing the member countries) and the Parliament (representing the citizens). It administers the budget and the policy programmes (agriculture, fisheries, research etc.) in cooperation with authorities in the member countries. The Commission's work is steered by a College of Commissioners, and led by its President. The Commissioners work on specific policy priorities that are set out by the Commission President. ▬ More Videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe to EuropeanCommission: https://bit.ly/2X56Ju6 All European Commission Videos: http://bit.ly/EUCommissionVideos ▬ Follow Us On ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► X: https://twitter.com/DigitalEU ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitaleu/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigitalEU/ ► Newsletters: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/newsletters ► Check our Website: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en ► Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/digital-eu/

#DigitalEU #DSA #digitalservicesact #SID2023 Cyber bullying and cyber violence are an increasing problem for children and adults alike. The DSA will introduce stronger protections for people targeted by online harassment and bullying. This includes making sure any non-consensual private images and other abusive, illegal content that are shared can be quickly flagged by users. For more information, please see: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/safer-online?pk_source=youtube&pk_medium=social_media_organic&pk_campaign=dsa&pk_content=safer_online ▬ About Digital EU ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG Connect) develops and implements policies to make Europe fit for the digital age. We invest in research, innovation, deployment and uptake of trustworthy and green digital technologies that improve our economy and people’s lives. Through funding, legislation and policy initiatives, we help ensure European leadership and independence in critical digital technologies(such as Artificial Intelligence, Common Data Spaces, high-performance computing, 5G, micro-electronics, blockchain and quantum). We work towards making Europe a global leader in the data economy and in cybersecurity. We foster the internal market where all companies can invest and compete on equal terms, develop, market and use digital technologies, products and services and where the rights of creators and consumers are respected. We work on the deployment of very high-speed networks to all companies and households, as connectivity is key for digital transformation.We promote the EU’s human-centric model of an innovative, fair and sustainable digital transformation of society, which respects our democratic values, our fundamental rights and cultural diversity. We help bridge the digital divide by supporting digital literacy and skills of EU citizens. ▬ About the European Commission ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Commission represents and upholds the interests of the EU as a whole, and is independent of national governments. The European Commission prepares legislation for adoption by the Council (representing the member countries) and the Parliament (representing the citizens). It administers the budget and the policy programmes (agriculture, fisheries, research etc.) in cooperation with authorities in the member countries. The Commission's work is steered by a College of Commissioners, and led by its President. The Commissioners work on specific policy priorities that are set out by the Commission President. ▬ More Videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe to EuropeanCommission: https://bit.ly/2X56Ju6 All European Commission Videos: http://bit.ly/EUCommissionVideos ▬ Follow Us On ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► X: https://twitter.com/DigitalEU ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitaleu/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigitalEU/ ► Newsletters: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/newsletters ► Check our Website: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en ► Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/digital-eu/

EU Foreign Ministers agreed yesterday to condemn Iran’s attack against Israel and will explore proposals to expand sanctions against Iran. “The region does not need a full war. And the people in Gaza neither.”, said HR/VP @JosepBorrellF at the presser following Informal #FAC

The dire situation in #ukraine and the #middleeast on top of our @G7 agenda. [...] We need faster, concrete commitments to support Ukraine militarily. [...] We need to stop the escalation in the Middle East, get to ceasefire in Gaza & the liberation of all hostages, increase humanitarian aid said HR/VP Josep Borrell during G7's doorstep.

The EU has recently been placing greater weight on economic security as a distinct policy objective. How does this differ from past attempts to increase resilience and prevent crises? There is also a widespread view that increasing economic security should take the form of “de-risking” that preserves trade integrations as much as possible. But how do we determine exactly what needs de-risking? This lecture seeks to answer these questions and use the answers to the diagnose EU’s policy agenda on economic security. What has been achieved, where are the blind spots, and how can the chances of unintended consequences be minimised? About the Speaker: Jeromin Zettelmeyer has been Director of Bruegel since September 2022. Born in Madrid in 1964, Jeromin was previously a Deputy Director of the Strategy and Policy Review Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Prior to that, he was Dennis Weatherstone Senior Fellow (2019) and Senior Fellow (2016-19) at the Peterson Institute for International Economics; Director-General for Economic Policy at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (2014-16); Director of Research and Deputy Chief Economist at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (2008-2014); and an IMF staff member, where he worked in the Research, Western Hemisphere, and European II Departments (1994-2008).

The EU has recently been placing greater weight on economic security as a distinct policy objective. How does this differ from past attempts to increase resilience and prevent crises? There is also a widespread view that increasing economic security should take the form of “de-risking” that preserves trade integrations as much as possible. But how do we determine exactly what needs de-risking? This lecture seeks to answer these questions and use the answers to the diagnose EU’s policy agenda on economic security. What has been achieved, where are the blind spots, and how can the chances of unintended consequences be minimised? About the Speaker: Jeromin Zettelmeyer has been Director of Bruegel since September 2022. Born in Madrid in 1964, Jeromin was previously a Deputy Director of the Strategy and Policy Review Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Prior to that, he was Dennis Weatherstone Senior Fellow (2019) and Senior Fellow (2016-19) at the Peterson Institute for International Economics; Director-General for Economic Policy at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (2014-16); Director of Research and Deputy Chief Economist at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (2008-2014); and an IMF staff member, where he worked in the Research, Western Hemisphere, and European II Departments (1994-2008). Recorded on the 18th of April 2024

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In this press conference, scientists explain how Artificial Intelligence (AI) helps to keep track of tropical-like cyclones across the Mediterranean Sea, so-called ‘Medicanes’, and how having a truly in-depth look at damage datasets can actually prevent financial losses when windstorms hit Europe. Researchers will also outline how climate models are underestimating summer warming in Western Europe, and that recently observed extreme heatwaves will likely be dwarfed by future events. Participants: Javier Martinez-Amaya Image Processing Laboratory, University of Valencia, Spain Dominik L. Schumacher Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science, ETH Zürich, Switzerland Julia Moemken Institute of Meteorology and Climate Research, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany Philipp Aglas-Leitner Climate Change Research Centre, University of New South Wales, Australia Recorded at EGU24 in Vienna, Austria, Wednesday 17 April 2024. More information about EGU24: https://www.egu24.eu/ Follow us: X (twitter): https://twitter.com/EuroGeosciences Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eurogeosciences Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EuropeanGeosciencesUnion LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2338760 Website: https://www.egu.eu Email: [email protected]

The emergence of generative AI tools presents new challenges for our democracy, introducing ways to manipulate facts and mislead voters at a time when our society is already grappling with heightened election mis- and disinformation and eroding trust in institutions. In her new book, “AI Needs You: How We Can Change AI’s Future and Save Our Own,” Verity Harding lays out, in clear and compelling terms, lessons for our time. Drawing on deep insight into the process of technology development and the great scientific achievements of the past – including IVF, the space race and the early internet – she empowers each of us to join the conversation about AI and its possible futures.    Despite existing risks and harms associated with AI, technology corporations and policymakers continue to prioritize innovation and competition over people. Just like our democracy, AI can only benefit all of us if we are all represented in its development and governance. The future of AI, and our future with it, needs a more transparent and participatory approach that centers people. Alexandra Reeve Givens from the Center for Democracy and Technology and Verity Harding, director of the AI & Geopolitics project at the University of Cambridge and former head of policy at Google Deepmind will host an informal and invite-only salon to discuss the need for a robust participatory and democratic approach to AI policy, drawing on lessons from some of the most important policy moments in our nation’s history. Login info will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the event. Questions: We will accept questions for panelists before and during the discussion. You can submit them via email at [email protected] or via Twitter at #cdtquestions and @CenDemTech. For those joining via computer, you will be able to share your questions by using the chat.

Managing Rising Insurance Costs for Solar Assets Missed our recent webinar on navigating the challenges of increasing insurance costs and extreme weather events in the solar industry? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this insightful session, industry experts Christian Boll, Niklas Will, and José Joaquín Muñoz Osuna share valuable strategies on adjusting financial models to manage escalating insurance costs. They also delve into preparing for natural catastrophes, enhancing resilience, and implementing robust risk management practices to ensure the financial viability of your solar projects. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📅 Save the Date: Join us for deeper discussions on insurance and other crucial topics at our Asset Management Europe Summit on October 15 and 16: https://bit.ly/3VKZCsJ

This CCCE masterclass on ‘Energy Efficiency: Low hanging fruit’ guides companies — particularly SMEs — through some of the most common and easy-to-take steps to reduce energy usage. The masterclass provides a detailed look at office buildings and transportation. For both, the focus is on easy-to-implement measures that allow companies to save energy in the short term, while also addressing long-term solutions. Find out more about the Covenant of Companies for Climate and Energy: https://covenant-of-companies.ec.europa.eu/index_en #CovenantOfCompanies

Aisla Jones' report video How can retail and supply chains support demand for more sustainable aquaculture feed? sponsored by The Richard Lawes Foundation. Aisla's full report can be downloaded from: https://bit.ly/3RsNPNL ***** Executive Summary Background A constraint to the potential growth and long-term sustainability of global aquaculture in the coming decades, is the availability and sustainability of aquafeed (Naylor et al., 2021). Aquafeed ingredients may account for up to 90% of the environmental impacts and carbon footprint of farmed fish production (Little et al., 2018). In the last few years, many UK retailers and seafood companies have set ambitious carbon emissions targets as well as having broad responsible sourcing policies which include seafood. Scottish Salmon is the UK’s largest food export and a popular domestic product (Seafish, 2021). In addition, UK consumers enjoy a range of imported farmed fish species e.g., farmed prawns, seabass and pangasius. These species rely on feed made up of a range of globally sourced ingredients which contributes to the carbon and environmental footprint of the product. This project aimed to explore the environmental impacts of traditional and ‘alternative’ aquafeed ingredients and identify opportunities for retailers and seafood supply chains to support more sustainable feed ingredient production and use. Methods As part of the Nuffield study tour, six countries were visited: Brazil, Norway, Singapore, Thailand, USA and the UK. Visits and meetings were carried out with a range of aquaculture feed stakeholders including feed ingredient producers, feed manufacturers, fish farmers, researchers, seafood processors, seafood companies and retailers; a sample also participated in in-depth interviews. Results Through the study tour, examples of aquaculture feed sustainability initiatives were observed which may mitigate some of the environmental impacts of aquaculture feed production. Aquafeed data collection and certification was largely focused on ‘known risks’ i.e., environmental impacts of marine ingredients and soy. Stakeholders suggested that feed companies are currently leading work on feed sustainability. Limitations to working more on feed sustainability was largely lack of information and data regarding feed production and sustainability challenges. Finding sustainable alternative ingredients was agreed to be the main priority for future aquafeed sustainability. Discussion and conclusions Retailers and suppliers can support more sustainable aquaculture feed through: • Managing risks e.g., using data and certification; responsible sourcing policies • Supporting improvement efforts e.g., supply chain engagement, advocacy, and investment Although there are existing data and certification tools available to the supply chain, supply chains should advocate for improved traceability and transparency of feed ingredients to allow better understanding of feed ingredient production and associated environmental and social risks. An opportunity to support best practice and drive sustainability could be the creation of an independent holistic risk assessment tools focused on feed ingredients and in a format readily accessible to non-feed experts. More clear and consistent asks from aquaculture supply chains could encourage feed companies to prioritise feed sustainability when formulating feed. Collaboratively addressing responsible sourcing of aquaculture feed ingredients could support the long-term sustainability and availability of feed ingredients for the aquaculture sector. ***** Nuffield Farming Scholarships are awarded to approximately 20 members of the UK food, farming, horticulture and rural industries each year. These funds give Scholars the opportunity to travel the world studying their chosen topic and bring global best practices back to the UK by sharing their knowledge. For more information about Nuffield Farming Scholarships, visit www.NuffieldScholar.org or email [email protected]. Follow us on social media at @NuffieldFarming on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook! #NuffieldFarming #IamNuffield

Wheat should be growing in John Charles-Jones' field, instead he's left with unimaginable damage caused by storms. Ahead of the next general election, we are asking the government to support farmers with flood management & compensate them fairly👉https://www.nfuonline.com/media/2rqnaakx/flooding.pdf

Take a look at what we covered in our first Task&Finish Group briefing: https://www.agri-tech-e.co.uk/plants-as-biofactories-a-high-value-opportunity-for-vertical-farming/ and get involved in a group!

La dégradation des terres constitue une grave menace en Afrique, en particulier au Sahel, où le changement climatique, l’augmentation de la population, la perte de la couverture forestière et végétale et l’intensification de l’utilisation des terres sapent la base de ressources naturelles dont dépendent les communautés rurales. Les solutions pour restaurer les terres arides sont essentielles pour inverser la dégradation des terres et la perte de biodiversité et faire face aux effets du changement climatique. Il s'agit de retrouver les fonctions écologiques perdues en permettant aux communautés d'améliorer la productivité, la résilience et la durabilité de leurs moyens de subsistance en adoptant une combinaison de pratiques de reverdissement innovantes qui régénèrent les terres et restaurent les paysages. Lors de cette session de la Communauté de pratique, nous avons invité Groundswell International et SPONG à rendre compte de leur travail au Sahel. Ils expliqueront leurs méthodes et pratiques sur les territoires et dans les communautés et discuteront des réussites et des défis. Il y aura un espace pour les questions, les réponses et les discussions. Plus d’informations sur les organisations et les intervenants : https://www.groundswellinternational.org www.spong.bf Land degradation is a severe threat in Africa, particularly in the Sahel, where climate change, increased population, loss of tree and vegetative cover, and intensified land use undermine the natural resource base on which rural communities depend. Solutions for restoring the dry lands are vital to reversing land degradation and biodiversity loss and addressing the effects of climate change. It is about regaining lost ecological functions by enabling communities to improve their livelihoods' productivity, resilience, and sustainability by adopting a combination of innovative regreening practices that regenerate the land and restore the landscapes. In this session of the Community of Practice, we invited Groundswell International and SPONG to report on their work in the Sahel. They will explain their methods and practices on the lands and in the communities and discuss successes and challenges. There will be space for questions, answers, and discussions. Further information on organisations and speakers: https://www.groundswellinternational.org www.spong.bf

The Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), the largest component of the European Union’s landmark Next Generation EU programme enacted in 2021, has passed its halftime. The European Commission presented a very positive assessment of the RRF in its mid-term evaluation, which was also supported by an independent evaluation. However, implementation is belated, while questions about the RRF’s results orientation and additionality remain open. What lessons to learn from the RRF for the future design of EU funding instruments?

During the #EUYouthWeek we give voice to young people who have experience in living and working in rural areas! 🎤What are their insights & challenges? What the EU can do for them?

During the #EUYouthWeek we give voice to young people who have experience in living and working in rural areas! 🎤What are their insights & challenges? What the EU can do for them?

This promotional video is showcasing the cooperation in research and innovation (R&I) within the Euro-Med region. One of the main achievements of this Euro-Med collaboration is the creation of a new portal, the Euro-Med HUB for R&I, that will be soon available at http://euromedhub-ri.org/ . Most images from the promotional video are from the last Union For the Mediterranean (UFM) Regional stakeholders meeting on R&I held in Barcelona from 2 to 4 October 2023 but it includes also some preview images of the new web portal.

Josepha Madigan, Minister of State for Special Education and Inclusion, Ireland, addresses the 'Fostering Inclusive Quality Education in Finland and Ireland' kick-off meeting in Dublin. The multi-country project is funded by the European Union via the Technical Support Instrument (TSI) and implemented with support from the Agency. For more details about this event, visit the Agency website https://www.european-agency.org/news/tsi-fique-fiie-kickoff For more details about Technical Support Instrument, https://www.european-agency.org/activities/technical-support-instrument-actions

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