The history of the European elections (1952–2014)
In view of the forthcoming European elections (22–25 May 2014), the CVCE has compiled a selection of resources (explanatory texts, photos and graphics) and oral accounts on the European Parliament from its establishment in 1952 to the present day. In this way, the CVCE hopes to help improve public awareness of the European Parliament and […]
Assessment of and lessons learnt during the 7th Legislature of the European Parliament 2009-2014
Four weeks before the European Elections (22nd-25th May), the Robert Schuman Foundation has published an assessment of the 7th legislature of the European Parliament (2009-2014). This study highlights data published in the mid-mandate assessment undertaken at the beginning of 2012. The balance of power between political groups, an analysis of the quantitative action taken by […]
European Paintings
There is in every European’s mind the image of a painting which bears a peculiar importance in his national history. Some of those paintings could be found on national banknotes, others still figure on postcards, in adverts or on CD covers. There was the need to reconstitute a European overview on our collective patrimony. When […]
The “Europe for Citizens” funding programme for the period 2014-2020 is officially adopted
On April 15th, the Council of the European Union has unanimously adopted the Regulation setting up the ‘Europe for Citizens’ programme for the period 2014-2020. Next steps: Publication of the Regulation setting up the programme in the Official Journal and entry into force the same day (by the end of April); Establishment of the programme […]
Das politische Europa: Unterrichtseinheit für Grundschüler/innen
Europapolitik kann Spaß machen! Die Europäische Akademie Berlin hat eine Unterrichtseinheit zum Thema “Europa” für Grundschüler(innen) entwickelt. Was ist überhaupt Europa? Und vor allem – warum lohnt es sich, das zu wissen? Was tun die Politiker in der EU? Und – warum lohnt es sich, mitzureden? Das sind die Kernfragen, die wir in selbst erprobten […]
Apply for EAEA Grundtvig Award 2014
Each year, the European Association for the Education of Adults (EAEA) celebrates innovation and excellence in adult education. The EAEA Grundtvig Award highlights project results that produce new ideas, new partnerships, new methodologies and a new understanding of how we can work in adult learning. The 2014 topic is: Remembering World War I for the […]
European Parliament President Martin Schulz pledges support for EYCA recommendations and civil dialogue in Europe
Representatives of the European Year of Citizens Alliance (EYCA) Steering Committee met with the President of the European Parliament, Martin Schulz, on 3rd April 2014 in Brussels to discuss the EYCA recommendations aimed at enhancing European citizenship. We raised a particular warning about the profound social and economic distress, but also the political distrust Europe […]
World Forum of Democracy 2014 – call for lab submissions
The third World Forum for Democracy “From participation to influence: can youth revitalise democracy?” will be held in Strasbourg (France) from 3-5 November 2014. The Strasbourg World Forum for Democracy is an annual gathering of leaders, opinion-makers, civil society activists, representatives of business, academia, media and professional groups to debate key challenges for democracies worldwide. […]
Journal “bildung für europa”: Erasmus+
In der aktuellen Ausgabe des Journals “bildung für europa” unterstreichen Bundesbildungsministerin Wanka, EU-Parlamentspräsident Schulz und EU-Kommissarin Vassiliou in ihren Grußworten die politische Bedeutung des neuen Programms und erläutern seine Zielsetzungen. In weiteren Beiträgen stellen die für die Umsetzung des Programms zuständigen Nationalen Agenturen die verschiedenen Kapitel und Bereiche von Erasmus+ vor und informieren über das […]
European Elections – Infographics, videos, slideshows…
Running an online project, a webpage, or a blog and need factual information on the Parliament and the European elections in May? The European Parliament offers a wide range of infographics, videos, photos, interviews… that you can use free of charge. Discover and freely use them via an animated online catalogue.