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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - IIS "G.Peano - Cristiana Muscardini
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 30 April 2026\, former MEP Cristiana Muscardini will participate 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 her visit\, Ms Muscardini will meet with secondary school students for an interactive session centered around the values\, institutions and identity of the European Union. The encounter provides 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.[/vc_column_text][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 2025/2026 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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/eui-cristiana-muscardini/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
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SUMMARY:Conference - France - Lycée Franco-Allemand BUC - Michael Hindley\, Johan Nissinen\, Julie Ward
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nWe are pleased to announce our EP to Campus Programme entitled “VEMUN”\, organised in collaboration with the Lycée Franco-Allemand de Buc and the Lycée Notre-Dame du Grandchamp. This event takes place on 12 and 13 March 2025. \nThe speakers are Michael Hindley\, FMA Board Member; as well as Johan Nissinen and Julie Ward\, both FMA Members. \nWhile the students carry out a simulation of a United Nations meeting\, our former MEPs deliver speeches on the theme: “Ensuring Governance in the Future World: What Role for Europe?”\nThis edition places a particular emphasis on positioning the European Union as a driving force for constructive solutions to global challenges. \nThis event offers students a unique opportunity to interact with former Members of the European Parliament\, enriching their understanding of international affairs and the role of the European Union on the world stage. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-vemun-2026/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260305T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - UK - University of Bath - Pedro Silva Pereira
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce our next EP to Campus lecture on ‘The EU in a turbulent global trading system’ in collaboration with the University of Bath. The events will take place on 5 March 2026. \nThe speaker will be Pedro Silva Pereira. \nThis EP to Campus event will explore how the EU is responding to today’s turbulent trade environment and how its trade policy is evolving in the face of growing uncertainty. Particular attention will be given to EU–US trade relations\, the strategic triangle between the EU\, the United States and China\, and the EU’s capacity to influence and uphold the international trade order. \nThe event will take place online. \nWe look forward to welcoming the Master students of European studies and the students taking the course Politics and Economics.
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-uk-university-of-bath-pedro-silva-pereira/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - IIS Il Pontormo - Margarida Marques
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 3 March 2026\, former MEP Margarida Marques will participate 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 her visit\, Ms Marques will meet with secondary school students for an interactive session centered around the values\, institutions and identity of the European Union. The encounter provides 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.[/vc_column_text][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 2025/2026 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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/eui-margarida-marques/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - Liceo Scientifico Niccolò Rodolico - John Howarth
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 26 February 2026\, former MEP John Howarth will participate 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 Howarth will meet with secondary school students for an interactive session centred around the values\, institutions and identity of the European Union. The encounter provides 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.[/vc_column_text][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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/eui-john-howarth/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - A. Gramsci High School - Monica Baldi
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 10 February 2026\, former MEP and FMA Vice-President Monica Baldi 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 her visit\, Ms Baldi met with secondary school students for an interactive session centered around the values\, institutions and identity of the European Union. The encounter provides 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.[/vc_column_text][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 2025/2026 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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/eui-monica-baldi/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251216T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - University of Bologna- Robert Evans
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The EP to Campus conference on ‘A European Future: the challenges we face’ in collaboration with the University of Bologna took place on 15 and 16 December 2025. \nThe speaker was Robert Evans. \nHe gave a workshop on EU and current global or internal challenges addressed to students of the first joint Bachelor of European Studies – BAES (Unibo\, KU Leuven\, UCM and JU Krakow) followed by a poster session on European Integration by BAES students. \nThe event took place on campus at the University of Bologna. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conferency-university-of-bologna-2025-2/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251215T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - Belgium - KU Leuven - Richard Corbett
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The EP to Campus event: a conference titled “From Brussels with Insight: EU Politics in Practice”\, organised in collaboration with KU Leuven (Leuven\, Belgium) took place on 15 December 2025 at 10:00 a.m.  \nThe speaker was Richard Corbett. \nThis conference was part of the workshops organized by KU Leuven that took place over two days. It is designed for Bachelor of European Studies students\, who explored policy and decision-making processes in the EU. During his lecture\, Mr. Corbett discussed how policies are developed\, the role of stakeholders and lobbying\, as well as political communication. \nThe event was held on campus.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-kuleuven-2025/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251210T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Annual Seminar 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 10 December 2025\, from 11.00 to 13.00\, the FMA organised the 2025 Annual Seminar titled: “The role of EU institutions and Parliamentary Diplomacy in a changing world” in the European Parliament (Brussels) and online.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”Programme” color=”orange” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.formermembers.eu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F11%2FEN-Programme-Annual-Seminar-10-December-1.pdf”][vc_btn title=”Register here” color=”orange” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fep-events.europarl.europa.eu%2Ffma%2Ffma_end_of_year_greetings_2025%2Fe%2Flk%2Fk%2F|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”Profile of Speakers” color=”orange” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.formermembers.eu%2Fprofile-of-speakers-annual-seminar-2025%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]This year’s programme highlighted how parliaments\, beyond their legislative and scrutiny role\, can serve as platforms for global cooperation and drivers of the common good. Our speakers shared their first-hand experience\, illustrating how they and/or their institutions engage in political action that builds bridges\, fosters agreements and creates lasting commitments.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]The speakers were: \n\nSabine Verheyen\, First Vice-President of the European Parliament.\nStefan Dobrev\, Chairperson of the EIT Governing Board.\nAna Palacio\, Former Member of the European Parliament. Former Foreign Affairs Minister of Spain and Visiting Professor at Georgetown University\nGeorgi Pirinski\, Former Member of the European Parliament. Former Chairman of National Assembly of Bulgaria. Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”31310″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The Librorum event and Annual Seminar were broadcasted live via this webpage and interpretation was available in English\, French\, German\, Italian and Spanish.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]END OF YEAR GREETINGS[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]The Annual Seminar was part of the FMA Annual Events “End of Year Greetings” and was preceded by the event Librorum presenting the book: “Ten Elections. A history of the European Parliament at the ballot box (1979-2024)”. \nThe FMA Annual Events “End of Year Greetings” began on 9 December with a Cocktail Reception and Annual Dinner from 18.30 to 21.30 (reserved for FMA Members and their guests). More information is available here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/annual-seminar-2025/
CATEGORIES:Annual Seminar
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A History of the European Parliament at the Ballot Box (1979–2024)”. The book was proposed by FMA Member Danuta Hübner and was published by the Jean Monet House\, among other partners. The event took place on 10 December 2025\, from 10:00 to 11:00 (CET)\, at the European Parliament in Brussels and online. Interpretation was available in English\, French\, German\, Spanish and Italian. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Programme: \nThe event began with a welcome address by FMA President Klaus Hänsch\, and an introduction by Marti Grau\, Director of the Jean Monnet House. This was followed by the presentation of the book and author by Danuta Hübner (FMA member) and interventions by Enrique Barón Crespo (Former EP and FMA President)\, Richard Corbett\, and Domènec Ruiz Devesa (FMA members). The Q&A session with the audience was moderated by FMA Vice-President Monica Baldi\, who also delivered the closing remarks to conclude the event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30414″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”31313″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]THE BOOK[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n“Ten Elections. A History of the European Parliament at the Ballot Box (1979–2024)”\, under the direction of an editorial committee composed of Michele Fiorillo\, Oriol López\, Debora Righetti and Fernanda Zanuzzi\, edited by Michele Fiorillo\, brings together insights and reflections from a wide range of current and former Members of the European Parliament as well as distinguished experts in European politics\, including: \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nEnrique Barón Crespo\, Former EP and FMA President\nBrando Benifei\, MEP\nStefano Castagnoli\, Institute of Federalist Studies Altiero Spinelli\nRichard Corbett\, Former MEP (FMA Member)\nAlfredo De Feo\, Scientific Director\, European College of Parma\nPier Virgilio Dastoli\, European Movement\nDomènec Ruiz Devesa\, Former MEP (FMA Member)\nMartí Grau\, Director of Jean Monnet House\nJordi Guixé\, University of Barcelona / European Observatory on Memories (EUROM)\nDanuta Hübner\, Former MEP (FMA Member)\nChristine Manigand\, Université Paris 3\nInes Nauwelaers\, Jean Monnet House\nDebora Righetti\, Jean Monnet House\nSophia Russack\, CEPS\nChristelle Savall\, President of JEF Europe\nMichael Shackleton\, Lecturer and EU affairs author\nIlke Toygür\, Global Policy Center\nLuisa Trumellini\, Union of European Federalists (UEF)\nNadine Vasseur\, Journalist and Writer\n\nThis Librorum event offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the history and development of European Parliament elections\, through a collective work that combines political analysis with institutional experience. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Summary: \nTen Elections. A history of the European Parliament at the ballot box (1979-2024) is the third of a series of commemorative publications promoted by the Jean Monnet House of the European Parliament and the European Observatory on Memories of the University of Barcelona’s Solidarity Foundation in collaboration with the Istituto di Studi Federalisti Altiero Spinelli and with the support of the programme Citizens\, Equality\, Rights and Values (CERV) of the European Commission. \nThe European Parliament elections of 2024 marked the tenth occasion for Europeans to directly elect their representatives at a supranational level. Since 1979\, universal suffrage has enabled citizens to be at the heart of the decisions that affect their lives at the European level. This book surveys these ten formative milestones\, their roots\, and their implications for the future. The contributors\, some of them firsthand actors or witnesses of the events\, provide a compelling overview of the elections\, covering a wide range of perspectives. Through both scholarly and hands-on approaches\, the authors consider the ten European elections in their historical context\, from the first steps towards a fully democratic Parliament to the gradual widening of its powers\, with meaningful reflections on the future prospects of European democracy. \nYou can read the entire book here.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]END OF YEAR GREETINGS[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]The Librorum was part of the FMA Annual Events “End of Year Greetings” and was followed by the Annual Seminar: “The role of EU institutions and Parliamentary Diplomacy in a changing world”. \nThe FMA Annual Events “End of Year Greetings” began on 9 December with: \n\nFrom 18.30 to 21.30: Cocktail Reception and Annual Dinner. More information is available here.\n\nPlease note that the Cocktail Reception and Annual Dinner was exclusively reserved for FMA Members and their guests.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/librorum-10-december-2025/
CATEGORIES:Librorum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251209T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Cocktail Reception and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 9 December 2025\, from 18:30 to 21:30\, the FMA hosted its Annual Cocktail Reception and Annual Dinner at the European Parliament in Brussels.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Annual Dinner\, preceded by the Annual Cocktail Reception\, included a keynote from our Guest of Honour\, Pat Cox\, Former EP and FMA President\, alongside a speech by Guest Speaker Werner Schmitt\, President of the Ukraine Culture Network. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”31316″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]END OF YEAR GREETINGS[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]The FMA Annual Events “End of Year Greetings” continued on 10 December with: \n\nFrom 10.00 to 11.00: Librorum: “Ten Elections. A History of the European Parliament at the Ballot Box (1979–2024)”\nFrom 11.00 to 13.00: Annual Seminar: “The role of EU institutions and Parliamentary Diplomacy in a changing world”\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/2025-annual-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Dinner Debate
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251208T074000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251208T094000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20241210T122922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T093057Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Japan - Setsunan University - Iban García del Blanco
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The EP to Campus webinar on ‘Regulations in the EU Digital Market ’ in collaboration with the Faculty of Economics of Setsunan University (Japan) took place on 8 December 2025 at 4.40pm (Japanese time)\, which corresponds to 8.40am (Brussels time). \nThe speaker was Iban García del Blanco. \nThe seminar focused on the European Union’s leadership in regulating the digital market\, exploring why and how the EU has taken the lead in this area. The event was aimed at undergraduate economics students at Setsunan University and provided a valuable opportunity to discuss EU regulation of the digital market and its influence on global policy\, including recent legislative developments in Japan. \nThe event took place online and included  a 15-30 minute presentation\, followed by a Q&A session.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-setsunan-university-2/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251125T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20251107T102109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T102018Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture - Germany - Universität Tübingen - Godelieve Quisthoudt-Rowohl
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On 25 November an online EP to Campus event was held titled “Legislative Triangle Lecture”. Processes involved during the legislative trialogues”\, organised in collaboration with Universität Tübingen (Tübingen\, Germany). The event took place on 25 November 2025 at 14:00  (Brussels time). \nThe speaker was Dr. Godelieve Quisthoudt-Rowohl. \nThis conference was part of the course running as part of our masters program Democracy and Governance in Europe. Alongside the lectures by Professor Abels the students were able to hear from the experience of Dr. Godelieve Quisthoudt-Rowohl who was engaged with the trialogue processes. \nThe event was held online.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/lecture-universitat-tubingen-2025/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251117T050000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251117T070000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250820T095945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T093623Z
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SUMMARY:Conference - Taiwan - Overseas Chinese University - Ana Collado
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Our EP to Campus event: a conference titled “AI in the EU: The EU Cloud and AI Development Act and Other EU Initiatives”\, organised in collaboration with the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management at Overseas Chinese University (Taichung\, Taiwan) took place on 17 November 2025 at 2:00 p.m. (Taiwan time)\, corresponding to 6:00 a.m. (Brussels time). \nThe speaker was Ana Collado Jiménez. \nThe event\, named “EU-Taiwan Roundtable“\, focused on the topic of AI Development in Europe\, including EU digital infrastructure\, the EU Cloud and AI Development Act\, EU (French\, German\, and other Large Language Models)\, cybersecurity\, differences in the policy framework between the EU and the USA and other related issues. The event was aimed at OCU faculty and students and guests from off campus. \nTaiwan is globally recognized for its excellence in IT and Integrated Circuit manufacturing\, and its government is now investing heavily in advancing AI across sectors such as manufacturing\, healthcare and education. This seminar will therefore be especially valuable for students and guests from Taiwan\, offering them insights into European initiatives in these fields. \nThe event was held on campus and will last between one and two hours.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-overseas-chinese-university/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250617T144310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T095619Z
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SUMMARY:2025 FMA Visit to Denmark
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30430″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_btn title=”PICTURES OF THE VISIT” color=”orange” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fflic.kr%2Fs%2FaHBqjCAjDe”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nDossier\nProgramme\nList of Participants\nProfile of Speakers\nProfile of Participants\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]From 5 to 7 November 2025\, the Former Members Association of the European Parliament (FMA) visited Copenhagen in Denmark\, coinciding with Denmark’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union (1 July 2025 – 31 December 2025). \nThe FMA delegation\, composed of 27 former Members of the European Parliament from 14 different EU countries\, and the United Kingdom\, was led by FMA President and Former President of the European Parliament (1994-1997) Dr. Klaus Hänsch and participated in a series of official meetings with representatives of the Danish Parliament\, the Government and civil society organisations. The FMA Vice-President Monica Baldi\, the Honorary Secretary Teresa Riera and the Treasurer Jean-Pierre Audy were also part of the delegation. \nThe main objective of this visit was to listen to the priorities of the Danish EU Council Presidency and to explore ways to address the most pressing issues on the EU agenda. The FMA delegation was pluralist in terms of political parties\, reflecting a broad range of perspectives and ensuring a constructive and balanced exchange of views. \nThe programme included a visit to the Danish Parliament\, where the FMA delegation met with Henrik Møller\, Vice-Chairman of The European Affairs Committee\, and Flemming Møller Mortensen\, Member of The Foreign Affairs Committee and of The Greenland Committee\, and Former Minister for Development Cooperation and Nordic Cooperation. The delegation also met with Mr Jonas Bering Liisberg\, Secretary for European Policy and the Arctic at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs\, and Ms Marie Bjerre\, Minister for European Affairs. \nAt the European Parliament Liaison Office in Denmark\, the FMA delegation had the honour of being welcomed by Mr Rasmus Nordqvist\, Danish Member of the European Parliament\, and Mr Poul Nyrup Rasmussen\, former Prime Minister of Denmark and founder of Headspace Denmark. \nRepresentatives from the European Environment Agency (EEA)\, Ms Catherine Ganzleben and Mr Tobias Long\, presented “Europe’s environment 2025” (Every five years\, EEA publishes its flagship report on the state of Europe’s environment. This the seventh state of the environment report published by the EEA since 1995). \nLast but not least\, the visit was an important opportunity to meet former Danish MEPs who are members of the Association. The delegation met Ms Kirsten Jensen\, Mayor of the Hillerød Municipality and FMA member and\, to discuss about the role and organisation of local authorities and municipalities in Denmark. A visit to the Workers’ Museum followed by a dinner debate also provided an opportunity for dialogue with trade union and employers’ representatives. With valuable contributions from Danish former MEPs and FMA members Mr John Iversen\, Ms Karin Riis-Jørgensen and Ms Britta Thomsen\, as well as Christoffer Thomas Skov\, Deputy Director at Danish Industry organisation and Johan Moesgaard Andersen\, EU Director at Dansk Metal. \n  \nA full report about the FMA visit to Denmark will be included in the FMA December 2025 Bulletin.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/fma-visit-to-denmark-2025/
CATEGORIES:Visit to National Parliaments
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251006T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20241210T121357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T094857Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Portugal - University of Porto (UP) - Ivan Štefanec
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Our seminar in collaboration with the University of Porto (UP)\, School of Economics and Management (FEP): “Main Political and Economic Challenges for the European Union.” was scheduled for 6 October 2025 at 7:30 PM (CET\, Brussels time). \nThe speaker for this event was former MEP Ivan Štefanec. \nThe seminar focused on the current and future political and economic challenges facing the European Union. The speaker shared their insights on these issues and discuss potential solutions\, followed by an engaging debate with participants. This event was designed for Master’s students at FEP\, faculty members\, and the general public who are interested in European affairs. \nThe event was conducted online and included a 45-minute presentation\, followed by a 45-minute Q&A session. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-portugal-university-of-porto/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250915T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250527T143148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T111255Z
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - University of Pavia - Antonius Toine Manders
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We are very proud and pleased to announce the continuation of our partnership with the University of Pavia through a new EP to Campus programme. \nThe University of Pavia hosted an on campus event entitled\, “International Week: New corporate scenarios: innovation\, sustainability and digitalisation“\, that broght together students\, professors and professionals to explore the future of business in Europe. \nOn 15 September\, FMA member Mr. Toine Manders delivered the keynote speech at the welcoming session of this International Week event. His speech was titled: “European Policy for sustainable and competitive businesses and the role of the EP”. Mr. Manders shared his valuable insights on European policy for sustainable and competitive businesses and the important role of the European Parliament in this domain.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-university-of-pavia-manders/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250703T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250703T173000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250409T130102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T105105Z
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SUMMARY:“Migrationshintergrund: Erlebnisse eines Europäers” by Jannis Sakellariou
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqdpnLaTVTE” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nProgramme\nProfile of speakers\nLivestream\nRegister here\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]On Thursday 3 July 2025 from 17.00 to 18.15\, the book “Migrationshintergrund: Erlebnisse eines Europäers” by former MEP Jannis Sakellariou will be presented post-mortem during the online Librorum event. The FMA\, in collaboration with EPLO Germany\, will honor the memory and legacy of Mr. Sakellariou\, who passed away in 2019\, through the presentation of his book at this special and heartfelt event. \nInterpretation will be available in English\, French and German and the event will be livestreamed via YouTube here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”29665″ css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Summary:\nIn a humorous and exciting way\, Jannis Sakellariou\, a native of Greece\, talks about the hurdles he faced in becoming a German citizen\, his difficulties in gaining a professional foothold in Germany in the 1960s\, and\, last but not least\, his lifelong commitment to peace and democracy. He lost his Greek citizenship by fighting against the Athens military junta. In exile in Munich\, he started his career in the SPD. Elected to the European Parliament in 1984\, he was the foreign policy spokesperson for the Party of European Socialists from 1989 to 2004. In this role\, he traveled to crisis areas\, held negotiations with despots\, and served as an election observer and mediator. However varied his experiences may be\, they reflect his strong sense of justice and his social democratic convictions. Jannis Sakellariou was Greek\, German\, Bavarian and a wholehearted European. \nProgramme:\nThe event will begin with a welcome address by FMA Vice-President Monica Baldi\, followed by an introduction by Georg Pfeifer\, Head of Unit EPLO Germany in Berlin. FMA Honorary Secretary Teresa Riera Madurell will then present the book and its author. Former President of the European Parliament and the FMA\, Enrique Barón Crespo and former Head of the EU Delegation to Tunisia\, Laura Baeza\, will offer their reflections. The Q&A session with the audience will be moderated by Monica Baldi\, who will also deliver the closing remarks to conclude the event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE” color=”orange” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2F7JQ-D-6mQDW1j730BH_dow|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/librorum-3-july-2025/
CATEGORIES:Librorum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250929T160847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T104100Z
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SUMMARY:CAFP Annual Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Ms. Monica Baldi\, Vice-President of FMA\, participated as a distinguished guest in the Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Association of Former Parliamentarians\, held in Ottawa on June 15–16. The meeting featured a series of conferences and events attended by former members of the Canadian Parliament\, former members of the United States Congress and former Members of the European Parliament.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Programme” color=”orange” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.formermembers.eu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2F2025-CAFP_OVERVIEW-en.pdf”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Read the full report of the meeting in the FMA September Bulletin (p. 18)” color=”orange” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.formermembers.eu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2FEPFMA-Bulletin-September-2025-EN.pdf”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Among the highlights of this meeting were the following main points: \nMemorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians – June 16\, 2025\nMs. Baldi joined CAFP members\, current parliamentarians and special guests at the annual service in the House of Commons Chamber. The event honored former Members of the Canadian Parliament who passed away in the previous year. \nFireside Discussion on the Global Geopolitical Landscape – June 16\, 2025\nAt a luncheon hosted by the CAFP\, Ms. Baldi took part in a panel discussion with former U.S. Congresswomen Barbara Comstock and Donna Edwards\, and former Canadian Minister Seamus O’Regan. The exchange focused on democratic resilience\, disinformation and civic engagement. Ms. Baldi contributed a European perspective\, which inspired thoughtful questions and a rich dialogue with attendees. \nAnnual Dinner of the CAFP – June 16\, 2025\nDuring the Annual Dinner\, Ms. Baldi highlighted the importance of fostering dialogue and cooperation among former legislators across borders. The evening provided a collegial setting to reflect on shared values and opportunities for collaboration.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30781″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nSpeakers at the “Fireside Discussion with Guest Speakers”. From left to right: Seamus O’Regan (Former Member of the Canadian Parliament)\, Monica Baldi (FMA Vice-President)\, Barbara Comstock (Former Member of the U.S. Congress) and Donna Edwards (Former Member of the U.S. Congress). \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Productive Trilateral Meeting\nThe three associations\, EP_FMA\, CAFP and US_AFMC\, agreed to advance joint initiatives on civic education\, democratic engagement and cross-border dialogue on global challenges. This commitment represents a significant step in strengthening the role of former parliamentarians internationally.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30788″ alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nMonica Baldi\, FMA Vice-President\, during her speech at the CAFP Annual Meeting. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30792″ alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nMonica Baldi\, FMA Vice-President\, delivering a gift to the President of the CAFP\, Matt DeCourcey. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Strengthening International Networks – Message from the President of the CAFP\nCAFP President Matt DeCourcey reaffirmed the association’s mandate to support democracy in Canada and worldwide. He emphasised the importance of collaboration with European partners and praised Ms. Baldi’s presence in Ottawa as a demonstration of enduring friendship and cooperation between parliamentarians.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n“The meeting in Ottawa was particularly fruitful. The three associations of former European\, Canadian and US parliamentarians have decided to strengthen their cooperation by working on joint projects.” –  Vice President of EP_FMA\, Hon. Monica Baldi\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30785″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nFrom left to right: Matt DeCourcey (CAFP President) and Monica Baldi (FMA Vice-President). \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/cafp-annual-meeting-2025/
CATEGORIES:FMA Network
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - Salvemini Duca d’Aosta - Jan Olbrycht
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 3 June 2025\, former MEP Mr. Jan Olbrycht took part in the final session of the 2024/2025 edition of the EP to Campus educational programme\, held at the Historical Archives of the European Union (HAEU) in Florence. \nAs the closing speaker of this year’s programme\, Mr Olbrycht engaged with secondary school students in an open and lively exchange. His presence marked the culmination of a fruitful series of encounters between former Members of the European Parliament and young learners\, aimed at fostering dialogue on Europe’s past\, present and future. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”30930″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_single_image image=”30933″ img_size=”full” 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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-jan-olbrycht/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250527T144230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T092138Z
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SUMMARY:Conference - India - Mangalore University - Jordi Solé
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]From 2 to 4 June 2025\, FMA in collaboration with Mangalore University\, India\, organised a series of special lectures on EU-related topics. The person responsible of this lectures was FMA member Mr. Jordi Solé. \nMr. Solé delivered several conferences in different departments\, including Political Science\, Business Administration and Bio Sciences. Each lecture lasted over two hours and sparked engaging discussions on EU perspectives. We were delighted to offer this opportunity to students\, teachers\, and staff to familiarise themselves with key EU-related topics and to strengthen academic exchanges between the EU and India. Mr. Solé also met with civil society representatives\, the local MP and the Vice Chancellor.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”30920″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_single_image image=”30922″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-mangalore-jordi-sole/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250603T095410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T091132Z
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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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-ivan-stefanec/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250429T140311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T075039Z
UID:29885-1747762200-1747773000@www.formermembers.eu
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:https://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;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T164500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T171500
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20241218T105507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T104759Z
UID:28797-1747759500-1747761300@www.formermembers.eu
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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/annual-memorial-service-2025/
CATEGORIES:Memorial Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T121500
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250409T084647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T090307Z
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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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-europa-universitat-flensburg-marques/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250603T095024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T085357Z
UID:30290-1747695600-1747781999@www.formermembers.eu
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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-danjean/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250509T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20241210T120258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T084443Z
UID:28701-1746783000-1746790200@www.formermembers.eu
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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-lutsk-national-technical-university-lamassoure/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20240906T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T083342Z
UID:27798-1746745200-1746831599@www.formermembers.eu
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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/webinar-university-of-macau-rodrigues/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250430
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250603T094437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T082438Z
UID:30286-1745881200-1745967599@www.formermembers.eu
SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - Young European Citizens Project - Vitaliano Gemelli
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 29 April 2025\, former MEP Mr. Vitaliano Gemelli visited the Historical Archives of the European Union (HAEU) in Florence to take part in the EP to Campus educational programme\, in cooperation with the Former Members Association (FMA). \nDuring his visit\, Mr Gemelli engaged with secondary school students in a lively and accessible discussion\, sharing personal reflections on his time in the European Parliament and encouraging dialogue on European identity and citizenship. \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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-gemelli/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250409
DTSTAMP:20260502T000257
CREATED:20250603T093519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T152242Z
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SUMMARY:Conference - Italy - Leonardo Da Vinci - Cristiana Muscardini
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOn 8 April 2025\, former MEP Ms. Cristiana Muscardini participated in the EP to Campus programme at the HAEU in Florence. She shared insights from her extensive political career\, discussing the challenges and opportunities facing the European Union today\, and emphasizing the importance of civic engagement in shaping the EU’s future. \n[/vc_column_text][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:https://www.formermembers.eu/event/conference-eui-muscardini/
CATEGORIES:EP to campus
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