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SUMMARY:Webinar - China- University of Macau - Liliana Rodrigues
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nWe were delighted to host an event in collaboration with the University of Macau\, China: “Europe Day 2025 – Reflection on the Past Achievements of European Construction and Challenges Ahead.” The event took place on 9 May 2025. \nThe speaker for this occasion was former MEP Liliana Rodrigues. \nThe event was designed to engage postgraduate students with a strong interest in European affairs\, offering them a valuable opportunity to explore both the historical accomplishments and future prospects of European integration. Participants reflected on the key successes of the European project and examined the pressing challenges that lie ahead for Europe. \nThis on-line lecture\, conducted in English\, was a great success. The students gained significant insights from the discussions and the expertise shared by the speaker. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”30897″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-university-of-macau-rodrigues/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Ukraine- Lutsk National Technical University - Alain Lamassoure
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We were pleased to organise an online lecture as part of the FMA’s EP to Campus programme\, hosted by Lutsk National Technical University (Ukraine): “The European Parliament from the Inside: Following the Experience of an MEP.” The event took place on 9 May 2025. \nThe speaker for this lecture was former MEP Alain Lamassoure. \nThe session offered an in-depth exploration of the European Parliament\, providing valuable insights into its functions\, the responsibilities of a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and the career path of an MEP. It also addressed current issues on the Ukrainian agenda\, offering a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing Europe today. \nConducted in English\, the event included a question-and-answer session\, allowing participants to engage directly with the speaker. The lecture was a resounding success\, and the students learned a great deal from the discussion and the expertise shared.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30901″ css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30903″ css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-lutsk-national-technical-university-lamassoure/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250521
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - Liceo Linguistico "J. Joyce" - Arnaud Danjean
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30907″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 20 May 2025\, former MEP Mr. Arnaud Danjean took part in the EP to Campus educational programme at the Historical Archives of the European Union (HAEU) in Florence\, as part of the ongoing collaboration with the Former Members Association (FMA). \nMr Danjean engaged with a group of secondary school students in a dynamic and thoughtful exchange. The session allowed students to gain a first-hand perspective on the life and work of a Member of the European Parliament\, while reflecting on the values and functioning of the EU. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nAbout the Educational Programme of the HAEU \nThe Historical Archives of the European Union offers tailored educational programmes designed for students of all ages. These programmes aim to introduce participants to key topics related to the history of European integration and current developments within EU institutions\, utilizing original archival sources. The initiative encourages interactive reflection\, discussion\, and learning on European issues\, democracy\, and citizenship. \nThe Topic of This Academic Year \nFor the school year 2024/2025 the educational programme is focused on the European citizenship topic: The European Union\, its institutions and values. Let’s think about it around a TABLE! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-danjean/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Germany - Europa-Universität Flensburg - Mr. Richard Corbett
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 20 May 2025\, the FMA\, in collaboration with Europa-Universität Flensburg\, holded an online conference titled\, “Lecture: The European Parliament“. \nThe lecture was about all aspects relating to the EP\, importance of factions\, politics with EU institutions and within the EP.  Mr. Richard Corbett shared his experience from working within the institutions explaining how the EP gained importance and defines policy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-europa-universitat-flensburg-marques/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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SUMMARY:Annual Memorial Service 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30069″ img_size=”medium” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nProgramme\nBrochure including contributions by FMA Members\nList of deceased former MEPs who will be commemorated\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Tuesday 20 May 2025\, from 17:45 to 18:15\, the Former Members Association\, under the patronage of the European Parliament\, held its sixteenth Annual Memorial Service in honour of deceased former Members of the European Parliament. \nThe ceremony was opened by FMA Vice-President Monica Baldi\, followed by a tribute delivered by European Parliament Vice-President Ewa Kopacz. The commemoration also included poetry readings by members of the FMA Management Committee and selected musical performances. FMA President Klaus Hänsch concluded the service. \nThe event took place in the Hemicycle of the European Parliament in Brussels. You can find the recording of the event below: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text css=””]Interpretation is available in English\, French\, German\, Italian\, Spanish and Polish. \nA full list of deceased former MEPs commemorated can be found here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/annual-memorial-service-2025/
CATEGORIES:Memorial Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T173000
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SUMMARY:Annual Cocktail and Dinner Debate 2025
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday 20 May 2025\, from 18.30 to 21.30\, the Former Members Association will host its annual Dinner Debate\, which will be preceded by a welcoming cocktail reception. \nThis distinguished event will be held in the Members’ Restaurant of the European Parliament in Brussels\, offering a unique opportunity for Former Members to engage in meaningful discussions and reconnect in an elegant setting. \nEuropean Parliament Quaestor Fabienne Keller will deliver a welcome message at the beginning of the cocktail. The dinner will be opened by European Parliament Quaestor Marc Angel\, who will deliver a welcome speech. After\, Guest Speaker Ms. Arianna Podestà\, Spokesperson of the European Commission\, will give a speech titled: “Europe’s Choice: from trade to defence\, the key decisions shaping our future in the current geopolitical landscape” followed by an exchange of views with FMA members. Our special guest Ms. Maria João Rodrigues\, former MEP\, will also add a brief speech during this event. The audience will be a mix of former MEPs\, MEPs and guests. \nTo facilitate participation and ensure inclusiveness\, interpretation services in both English and French will be provided for those who require them.
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/annual-cocktail-and-dinner-debate-2025/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Rue Wiertz 60\, Brussels\, 1050\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Dinner Debate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - Istituto Paritario Piero Calamandrei - Ivan Štefanec
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 22 May 2025\, former MEP Mr. Ivan Štefanec participated in the EP to Campus educational programme at the Historical Archives of the European Union (HAEU) in Florence\, in collaboration with the Former Members Association (FMA). \nDuring his visit\, Mr Štefanec met with secondary school students for an interactive session centred around the values\, institutions and identity of the European Union. The encounter provided a unique opportunity for students to hear directly from a former policymaker and to engage in meaningful conversation on the EU’s role in their lives. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”30916″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nAbout the Educational Programme of the HAEU \nThe Historical Archives of the European Union offers tailored educational programmes designed for students of all ages. These programmes aim to introduce participants to key topics related to the history of European integration and current developments within EU institutions\, utilizing original archival sources. The initiative encourages interactive reflection\, discussion\, and learning on European issues\, democracy\, and citizenship. \nThe Topic of This Academic Year \nFor the school year 2024/2025 the educational programme is focused on the European citizenship topic: The European Union\, its institutions and values. Let’s think about it around a TABLE! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:http://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-ivan-stefanec/
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