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Democracy Alive is just around the Corner!

1 April, 2019 By Erica Lee

Spring has sprung, April has arrived and DEMOCRACY ALIVE is no joke!

For three days, from 11 to 13 April 2019, everybody who’s anybody (in European affairs) will be on the beautiful Dutch island of Texel for a true celebration of European democracy.

Inspired by the Nordic tradition of democracy festivals, DEMOCRACY ALIVE will encourage civic engagement and increase interest in European democracy. Bridging the gap between us citizens and our representatives, and reinforcing trust and optimism in the European project, the festival will create a space where citizens, stakeholders and our elected representatives can come together and engage in dialogue on prosperity, the environment, opportunities for the young, employment, human rights and the rule of law.

AER is delighted to be a co-organiser and to have a pavillion at the festival where we will host a number of exciting events. Read on below to find out more!

“Why I chose Europe”

A Campfire Conversation

#IChooseEurope is a campaign run by the Assembly of European Regions and the Young European Federalists in the run up to the European Parliament elections. It is part of the wider Road to the Future project which kicked off in late 2018. Between March and May 2019, the #IchooseEurope campaign will be on the road around Europe hosting a number of local campaign events encouraging young Europeans to get out and vote!

This campfire conversation will feature two prominent European politicians and activists who will share their experience about how the European context was fundamental to their careers and how working together at European level can really bring about change. The speakers are Magnus Berntsson, President of AER, the R20 group and President of the Regional Council of Västra Götaland, Sweden and Christopher Glück, President of JEF Europe. The event will be moderated by Michael Bruton, Election Officer for the 2019 European Elections at the European Parliament.

“Mind the Gap”

Are all Europeans created equally?

An informal discussion looking at the issue of equality in Europe. What has the EU ever done for us? Ever heard of cohesion policy? How can we close the gender gap? Does your degree from one European university mean the same as another? Are fish fingers in Belgium better than those in Bulgaria? How can we truly create a “level playing field” for Europeans?

Four organisations working hard on these issues, the European Women’s Lobby, AEGEE – The European Students Forum, the European Trade Union Confederation and the Assembly of European Regions will discuss. The speakers will look at where the EU has made strides in this area, before turning their attention to their views for the future and where there is still room for improvement in the areas of cohesion, equality, and social inclusion.

“Low-Level Discussion”

A Democratic Open Mic Session

Are you an average Joe, Jeanne or Juan, sick of all the high-level discussions, roundtables, and speakers going on in Brussels? Maybe you’re ‘just’ an intern looking to share some worst practices on a low-level panel? We’ve got the event for you! If you’ve got something to say on the future of Europe we want to hear it! Democracy is all about making your voice heard, so why not come along to our open mic session to have your say? Whether it’s in the form of spoken-word, comedy, or even music, we want to hear your voices!

A sign-up sheet will be available at the AER pavilion all day Thursday and on Friday morning, drop by, sign up and then come along and bring your friends for an afternoon of democratic banter. A great way to brush up on your public speaking skills in a casual way, there will be some prizes at the end of the night for the crowd’s favourite performers! The first 10 acts to sign up will also be given a voucher for unlimited ‘Mocktails’ during and after their stint on the stage! (Spitzenkandidaten also welcome!)

Eurodyssey – Your European Adventure

Regions at the forefront of youth mobility in Europe

Have you taken part in a youth mobility programme yourself? #DidYouKnow that the AER Eurodyssey programme, set up in 1985, was pioneer in promoting youth mobility in Europe even before Erasmus was founded? If you are looking for some different professional experience abroad or you represent a region looking to join a dynamic youth mobility programme, then you have an unmissable appointment with us on Friday afternoon to discover what Eurodyssey has to offer you!

This interactive info-session organised by AER in partnership with the Catalan Public Service of Employment will allow you to find out more about the benefits of Eurodyssey but also to take a tour around other european mobility schemes. Furthermore, we invite you to an open-mic session to tell your success stories transitioning into the job market, to exchange views on the opportunities and constraints for mobility to thrive and, ultimately, to convey a message standing up together for Fair Mobility!

2019 European Youth Capital: Novi Sad

Host region of AER Summer Academy

Novi Sad (Serbia) is the 2019 European Youth Capital – THE place to be for young Europeans this year. This is a very special recognition awarded by the European Youth Forum to Europe’s most youth-friendly cities. Come along to the AER pavilion to meet the team behind the successful European Youth Capital campaign, OPENS, and to learn more about what’s going on in Novi Sad, how you can get involved in the EYC2019 or how you can start your own campaign to make your hometown a European Youth Capital in the future.

This year, the AER Summer Academy “Youth is future, youth is Europe” in the wake of the 2019 Elections to the European Parliament, will take place in Novi Sad, in cooperation with our member region Vojvodina, to mark the European Youth Capital. During this info session and workshop you can find out more about the AER Summer Academy and how you can get involved!

With over 100 events in total over three days, local food trucks, live music, comedy, and hopefully not too many April Showers, this is an event not to be missed!

Find out more at democracyalive.eu

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2019 AER Summer Academy – Novi Sad, Vojvodina (RS)

17 December, 2018 By Editor

On the occasion of its hosting of the 2019 European Youth Capital, the AER Summer Academy will take place in Novi Sad, Vojvodina (RS) from 1-5 July 2019. This year’s theme is “Youth is future, youth is Europe” in the wake of the 2019 Elections to the European Parliament.

The Future of Europe is YOUth!

Watch the promo video below or on our Facebook page

 

 

REGISTRATIONS CLOSED!

Local and regional authorities play a unique articulatory role between citizens and EU institutions. In the context of ongoing discussions on the Future of Europe, regions’ voices are of paramount importance not only to pave the way forward for the EU but also to ensure that citizens are included in the (re)construction process of a more sustainable, social, prosperous and democratic Europe. The only direction to go in is one in which young people are included in EU decision making and at the centre of its policies.

Hence, the participating regions at the 2019 Summer Academy will show off, by exchanging innovative ideas and good practices in various fields, the potential of young people to bring about a social transformation and rethink the way Europe can meet the challenges of the future.

The 2019 Summer Academy will then provide a hub for mutual learning on various topics of great relevance for young people –in line with the European Youth Event Report 2018 – Speak up Europe!:

  • Youth is democratic participation and European citizenship.
  • Youth is diversity and equal opportunities for all.
  • Youth is social entrepreneurship and sharing economy.
  • Youth is a driving force for green development.

Last but not least, the 2019 Summer Academy programme is offering participants an exciting opportunity to visit on 4 July one of the top European and world music festivals: EXIT music festival!

General Programme

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Jönköping's approach to youth participation

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Jönköping’s approach to youth participation

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SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Brussels-Capital Region and its commitment to youth entrepreneurship

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Brussels-Capital Region and its commitment to youth entrepreneurship

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SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Østfold's Solutions to Youth Entrepreneurship

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Østfold’s Solutions to Youth Entrepreneurship

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SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Zürich's Youth for Debate!

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: Zürich’s Youth for Debate!

Coinciding with the 2019 European Youth Capital, the region of Vojvodina (RS) will host the AER Summer Academy 2019 in ...
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SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: AMiD workshop on Migrants with Disabilities

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: AMiD workshop on Migrants with Disabilities

"Opportunities for all abilities" The AMiD-Access to services for Migrants with Disabilities project is landing in Novi Sad, Vojvodina (RS) ...
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SUMMER ACADEMY 2019:      become a YRN entrepreneur for a day!

SUMMER ACADEMY 2019: become a YRN entrepreneur for a day!

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Looking back at the 2019 AER Summer Academy in Vojvodina!

Looking back at the 2019 AER Summer Academy in Vojvodina!

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Discussing the Future of European Youths at the 2019 Summer Academy

Discussing the Future of European Youths at the 2019 Summer Academy

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Plenary Presentations

  • Youth is Social Entrepreneurship and Sharing Economy –Vladimir Nikic, Business Incubator (RS)
  • AP Vojvodina’s Report – Tamara Glišić-Krivošija (AP Vojvodina, RS)

Workshop Presentations

  • How to encourage active participation among first-time voters at the local level in the European election? – County of Jönköping (SE)
  • Youth for Debate – Canton of Zürich (CH)
  • Participatory budgeting for youth inclusion, AP Vojvodina (RS)
  • Opportunities for all abilities – AMiD-Access to services for Migrants with Disabilities project 
  • Youth at the forefront of green development, Maramureș County Council (RO)
  • How to make youth entrepreneurship Smart? – Brussels-Capital Region (BE)
  • Regional Solutions to Global Challenges in Youth Entrepreneurship – Østfold County Council (NO)
  • E-Kampen: Become an entrepreneur for a day! – AER Youth Regional Network (YRN)

Pictures

Here you can find all the pictures from the AER 2019 Summer Academy!

Stay in touch!

We know that during the Summer Academy you met a lot of awesome people, and to help you stay in contact with them we have created this Facebook group for all the participants.

Coming to Vojvodina? Join our Summer Academy meeting!

11 September, 2018 By Editor

If you have not yet heard about the AER Summer Academy, then you should join us at our next meeting on Thursday 27 September – during the AER Autumn Plenaries in Novi Sad (Vojvodina, SRB)– in order to find out more about what this initiative can offer your region. Registrations for the Plenaries are closing on Friday 14 September! 

What is AER Summer Academy’s mission?

According to its Statute –recently approved by the AER General Assembly– the programme aims to:

  • To facilitate the exchange of experience and good practices between regions on issues of common interest.
  • To facilitate exchanges between policy makers and young people.
  • To support mutual learning.
  • To promote regional democracy in Europe & implementation of the principle of subsidiarity.
  • To provide an opportunity for regional representatives to build networks with their peers across wider Europe.
  • To foster interregional co-operation.
  • To highlight regional good practices and promote the host region
  • To promote European construction, European identity, between young people

Join our Summer Academy Organising Committee !

The AER Summer Academy Organising Committee (SAOC) is looking for new regional partners. There are many benefits to hosting an AER Summer Academy, including opportunities to:

  • learn about EU affairs;
  • network with experts and European counterparts;
  • promote the cultural heritage of your region; and
  • empower young people.

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday 27 September on the sidelines of the Plenary in Novi Sad. It will be a good opportunity for non-member regions of the Summer Academy to know more about this programme. You will have an opportunity to meet the members of the SAOC, watch a short video of the past edition in Maramures, listen to Vojvodina’s proposal for 2019, and provide comments and feedback to the committee members. Please, do not hesitate to contact Andrés Muñoz Rojo at the AER Secretariat for further information.

Looking forward to seeing you in Novi Sad!

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