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Active ageing and intergenerational fairness in focus: highlights from EAEA’s recent activities
It was a busy week for EAEA regarding intergenerational fairness. From attending a high-level policy panel to facilitating a community discussion, EAEA engaged with diverse stakeholders to reflect on the intergenerational learning and promote active citizenship and active ageing across Europe.
Registers and quality in adult education
On 20th October, AIVD, EAEA’s member in Slovakia, celebrated the 25th anniversary of their Lifelong Learning Week. One of the sessions at this event focused on quality and registers within the framework of the RALExILA project.
Gina Ebner honoured at Slovakia’s 25th Lifelong Learning Week
When accepting the award, Gina Ebner emphasised the contribution of AIVD, an EAEA member, as a constructive voice for adult learning in Slovakia
Marta Jendeková, Oleg Smirnov and Dearbháil Lawless appointed as Vice Presidents of the EAEA Board
Following the election of the new Executive Board in June 2025, EAEA has appointed three new Vice Presidents.
Financing adult learning – what is the state of play?
On 20 and 21 October 2025, EAEA joined the CEDEFOP conference on ‘’ Financing adult learning: The role of public funding’’ in Thessaloniki, bringing the perspective of non-formal adult education and of integrated ALE ecosystems across different sectors.
EAEA statement on the European Pillar of Social Rights – Call for evidence
EAEA participated in the Commission’s call for evidence on the European Pillar of Social Rights, inviting the Commission to continue its holistic approach to education and skills. EAEA calls for stronger dialogues with the civil society organisations, learning providers, and learners in the implementation and monitoring of the EPSR, at all levels, to drive systemic and inclusive educational change.
EAEA statement on the EU Civil Society Strategy
EAEA participated in the Commission’s open public consultation of the EU Civil Society Strategy, highlighting the pivotal role of not-for-profit organizations in the pursuit of democracy and societal resilience. EAEA invites the Commission to increase its support by ensuring CSOs have the space to bring the citizens’ voices at the heart of the democratic process.
Empowering inclusion with AI: three takeaways from ETHLAE webinar
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how we teach, learn, and connect. At a recent ETHLAE project webinar, participants heard how emerging technologies can impact inclusion, agency, and teaching practices. The session offered practical insights into how AI can become a meaningful ally in adult education.
How can we make safer spaces from a gendered perspective?
On October 14, the Gender Equality Task Force for Lifelong Learning hosted a workshop during the European Week of Regions and Cities called “Inclusive Regions, Safer Spaces: Local and Regional Approaches to Gender Equality, Wellbeing and Digital Safety in Education”.
How can adult education contribute to reducing poverty?
Adult education plays an important role in reducing poverty, yet participation rates remain alarmingly low across the EU, particularly among those who need it most. As Europe works towards its ambitious 2030 social targets, lifelong learning must become a part of a comprehensive and holistic anti-poverty strategy.