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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - University of Pavia
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 4 September 2026\, the European Parliament Former Members Association of the (FMA) is organising an EP to Campus event at the University of Pavia in Venice\, Italy. \nThe conference will focus on “75 Years after the Treaty of Paris: The Origins and Future of the European Project”\, exploring the evolution of European integration and the challenges that will shape the future of the European Union. The discussion will address the EU’s political model and examine whether the Union should move towards greater centralisation or reinforce a federal system based on the principle of subsidiarity. This will be considered from academic\, institutional and social perspectives. \nThrough the EP to Campus programme\, the FMA aims to promote dialogue between academia and European institutions\, thereby fostering European citizenship and a deeper understanding of the European project’s values\, challenges and future directions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/italy-university-of-pavia-2/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTSTAMP:20260731T000357
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SUMMARY:Conference - Spain - University of Santiago de Compostela - Ibán García del Blanco
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 15 September\, the European Parliament Former Members Association (FMA) will organise an EP to Campus event at the University of Santiago de Compostela\, bringing the European Parliament closer to students through a online conference by former Member of the European Parliament Ibán García del Blanco. \nThe conference will focus on Artificial Intelligence\, Digital Communications\, and Political Communication. Drawing on his experience in the European Parliament and his involvement in the debates on the Artificial Intelligence Act\, he will share insights into the EU’s approach to AI and discuss its impact on democracy\, communication\, and digital governance. \nThrough the EP to Campus programme\, the FMA aims to strengthen links between academia and the European institutions by promoting dialogue\, European citizenship\, and civic engagement among students. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/university-of-santiago-de-compostela-iban-garcia-del-blanco-2/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008
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SUMMARY:Conference - Taiwan - Overseas Chinese University
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 7 October 2026\, the Association of Former Members of the European Parliament (FMA) will organise an EP to Campus event at the Overseas Chinese University in Taichung\, Taiwan. \nThe conference will focus on “Sustainable Development Goals and Policies: The EU Example”\, exploring the European Union’s approach to sustainable development and the policies it has developed to address global challenges while promoting economic\, social and environmental sustainability. \nThrough the ‘EP to Campus’ programme\, the FMA aims to encourage dialogue between academia and European institutions\, fostering European citizenship and a deeper understanding of the EU’s global role.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/taiwan-overseas-chinese-university/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTSTAMP:20260731T000357
CREATED:20260625T143300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T092529Z
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SUMMARY:Conference - Germany - University of Tübingen - Pierrette Herzberger-Fofana
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 13 October 2026\, former MEP and FMA member Pierrette Herzberger-Fofana  will participate in the EP to Campus educational programme at the University of Tübingen in Germany. During her visit\, Ms Herzberger-Fofana will deliver a lecture entitled “Regional Parliaments in Global Governance: Comparing Parliaments in Europe and Africa”. \nThis will provide an opportunity for students and academics to discuss the role of regional parliamentary institutions in addressing global issues and to compare parliamentary cooperation frameworks in Europe and Africa. The event will also encourage discussion on democratic governance\, international cooperation and regional parliaments’ contribution to global policymaking.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/university-of-tubingen-pierrette-herzberger-fofana/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260731T000357
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SUMMARY:2026 FMA Visit to Ireland
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”32077″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]From 21 to 23 October 2026\, the FMA organised a visit to Ireland on the occasion of Irish EU Council Presidency. \nA delegation of European former parliamentarians\, led by FMA Vice President Monica Baldi\, is scheduled to undertake a three-day visit to Ireland. A meeting has been scheduled between the representatives of the Irish Government and Parliament\, and former Members of the European Parliament. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the priorities of Ireland’s Presidency of the EU Council and the current political landscape of the island nation. \nThis event is exclusively reserved for members of the FMA.\nThose current or former members of the FMA who wish to participate in this visit are kindly requested to liaise with the secretariat. Registration is open until 2 July.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/fma-visit-to-ireland/
CATEGORIES:Visit to National Parliaments
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127
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SUMMARY:Conference - Japan - University of Setsunan - Manuel Porto
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 25 November 2026\, the European Parliament Former Members Association of the (FMA) is organising an EP to Campus event at the University of Setsunan in Osaka\, Japan. This event will bring the European Parliament closer to students through an online conference with our distinguished former Member of the European Parliament\, Manuel Porto. \nThe conference will focus on the Common Commercial Policy of the European Union\, exploring its role in international trade\, economic relations and global cooperation. Drawing on his experience in the European Parliament\, Mr Porto will share his insights into the challenges and opportunities that shape EU trade policy. \nThrough the EP to Campus programme\, the FMA aims to encourage dialogue between academia and European institutions\, fostering European citizenship and a deeper understanding of the EU’s global role.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/university-of-setsunan-manuel-porto/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261203
DTSTAMP:20260731T000357
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SUMMARY:Annual Cocktail Reception and Dinner 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 1 December 2026\, the FMA will host its annual cocktail reception and dinner at the European Parliament in Brussels.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The following day\, 2 December\, the FMA’s annual “End of Year Greetings” event will continue with the presentation of the book “E se falássemos da Europa?” by our distinguished former Member of the European Parliament\, Margarida Marques\, at the Librorum event. \nWe will provide more information as the event date approaches.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/2026-annual-dinner-2/
CATEGORIES:Dinner Debate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTSTAMP:20260731T000357
CREATED:20260707T143235Z
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SUMMARY:“E se falássemos da Europa?”
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On Wesnesday 2 December 2026\, we will launch a new edition of Librorum\, featuring the presentation of the book “E se falássemos da Europa?”\, written by former MEP Margarida Marques. \nInterpretation will be available in English and French.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]THE BOOK[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]This book brings together a series of conversations from the podcast E Se Falássemos da Europa?\, created by MEP Margarida Marques during her time in the European Parliament. Bringing together voices from a variety of backgrounds\, including European and local policymakers\, cultural figures\, academics\, journalists\, scientists\, activists and members of Portuguese communities abroad\, it explores the many dimensions and complexities of the European project. \nMore information about the event programme will be shared at a later date. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”32173″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]END OF YEAR GREETINGS[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]The Librorum will be part of the FMA Annual Events “End of Year Greetings” and the Annual Seminar will follow. \nThe “End of Year Greetings” event will begin on 1 December with a cocktail reception and annual dinner. Further details will be provided closer to the time. \nPlease note that the Cocktail Reception and Annual Dinner are reserved for FMA Members and their guests.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/librorum-2-december-2026/
CATEGORIES:Librorum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261216
DTSTAMP:20260731T000357
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SUMMARY:Conference - Belgium - KU Leuven
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 14 December 2026\, the European Parliament Former Members Association (FMA) is organising an EP to Campus event at KU Leuven in Leuven\, Belgium. The event will bring the European Parliament closer to students with an on-campus lecture entitled “From Brussels with Insight: EU Politics in Practice”\, delivered by a distinguished former Member of the European Parliament. \nThe lecture will focus on policy and decision-making\, exploring how policies are developed\, the role of stakeholders and lobbying processes\, and the importance of political communication. Participants will gain practical insights into the European Union’s decision-making process through the speaker’s experience in Brussels. \nThrough the EP to Campus programme\, the FMA aims to strengthen the dialogue between academia and European institutions\, as well as promoting a better understanding of the European Union.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/belgium-ku-leuven/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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