In preparation to the 2014 European Election Culture Action Europe proposed to several MEP candidates the establishment of a parliamentary intergroup on the impact of the EU policy and legislation on culture. (BACKGROUND ON INTERGROUPS) The Intergroups are not official bodies of the European Parliament, but they are composed by MEPs representing minimum three different political … Continued
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Tibor Navracsics (the new Commissioner for Culture, Education, Youth and Sport) said “All of us look to education, culture, sport and civic participation as a means to unlock our potential as human beings” and that the contribution of Culture and Education to the European project goes beyond an instrumental role in fostering “growth and jobs”. … Continued
Culture Action Europe submitted its contribution to the European Commission’s consultation on the EU2020 strategy review. We demand culture to be integrated into the revised strategy that puts societal wellbeing at its heart. Help us make this a mass contribution: , fill in your name and details and send it but be quick! The deadline … Continued
As stated in our communication of September 27th, we have attentively followed the EP hearing of Mr. Tibor Navracsics, Commissioner-designate for Education, Culture, Youth and Citizenship, held on October 1st and offer herewith our view on it. Not all the answers provided by Mr. Navracsics were fully convincing and this, in particular, as regards the … Continued
On September 10th, Jean-Claude Juncker, President-elect of the European Commission, announced the composition of the new College of Commissioners. The President-elect proposed new working methods to respond to the portfolios’ break-up, which has been generated by the obligation to compose a College including a representative from each Member State. Culture Action Europe acknowledges the attempt … Continued
In the framework of the second European Citizens Summit on 23 and 24 September 2014, which is organised by the EU Civil Society Contact Group (CSCG), this webinar will present the upcoming event and discuss the “degrowth” paradigm as a potential solution for a fairer and more democratic Europe. The webinar will provide an opportunity … Continued
Beyond the Obvious will take place in the vibrant region formed by Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead (UK). The Conference will be in various locations around the city, such as the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art Newcastle Civic Centre SAGE Gateshead University of Newcastle – Travel information With a record number of new UK, European … Continued