05.02.2025

EAEA’s response to the shooting in Örebro, Sweden

EAEA remains committed to the right to a safe learning and teaching environment for everyone.

We are devastated by yesterday’s shooting at an adult education centre in Örebro, Sweden. This tragedy has shocked the entire adult learning and education sector.

Standing with our Swedish members, we remain committed to the right to a safe learning and teaching environment for everyone. Our thoughts are with our colleagues in Sweden, the learners, the victims’ families, and all those affected by this horrific attack.

In times of such tragedy, we stand together in solidarity, reaffirming our belief in the power of education to create a more just and peaceful society. We stay dedicated to working with our partners in rebuilding a sense of security, and in ensuring that learning spaces remain safe for all.

11.02.2025 advocacy

Advancing Gender Equality in Lifelong Learning: Insights from the Gender Equality Task Force Kick-off Meeting

At the beginning of February, the Gender Equality Task Force for Lifelong Learning organised an online kick-off for its 2025 activities. The webinar was an opportunity for the members of the Task Force, including policy advisors, institutional directors, project officers, and public authorities, to discuss the initiative’s upcoming activities. 17 participants attended the meeting.

07.02.2025 Project Design Training

From idea to impact – lessons from Project Design Training

In January 2025, EAEA organised the Project Design training programme, aimed at equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop sustainable and impactful projects in the field of Adult Learning and Education (ALE). The training covered key aspects such as funding opportunities, ALE policy, project conceptualisation, work plan development, budgeting, evaluation, and dissemination. Additionally, it fostered collaboration among participants from various countries.

07.02.2025 projects

Towards equitable adult education: Collaboration kicks off in INCLUSIVE-PATH 

The INCLUSIVE-PATH project aims to improve lifelong learning opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by addressing systemic challenges and enhancing educational support.