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30.10.2024 EAEA Grundtvig Award 2024

EAEA Grundtvig Award 2024 publication released

EAEA has published the 2024 edition of its annual Grundtvig Award booklet, presenting innovative projects in non-formal adult education across Europe.

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24.10.2024 advocacy, skills, Upskilling

‘Upskilling Pathways’ need more visibility, funding, and implementation efforts

EAEA calls for equitable implementation of Upskilling Pathways across Europe to ensure all adults can benefit from learning opportunities.

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10.10.2024 projects, sustainability

Adult education institutions as key vectors in promoting the green transition: SMALEI takes centre stage during the European Week of Regions and Cities

On October 10 2024, the European Association of Regional and Local Authorities for Lifelong Learning (EARLALL), the Age Platform EU, and EAEA hosted a workshop called “Empowering Societies through Education and Skills for the Twin Transition” at the European Week of Regions and Cities.

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24.09.2024 digital literacy, digitalisation

Comprehensive changes needed in the Digital Education Action Plan

In response to European Commission’s Digital Education Action Plan (DEAP) for 2021-2027, EAEA calls for significant reforms to ensure that digital initiatives effectively serve all learners.

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24.07.2024 advocacy, European Education Area, lifelong learning

Adult Education and Learning for all must become a top European priority in the European Education Area

Adult education and learning for all to become a top European priority for the newly elected European Parliament and the new European Commission,  EAEA said in response to the European Commission’s open public consultation on the mid-term review of the European Education Area.

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22.07.2024 advocacy, European Education Area, social inclusion

EAEA’s take on von der Leyen’s re-election: important commitments on skills and adult learning

EAEA welcomes the re-election of Ursula von der Leyen as President of the European Commission on July 18. Von der Leyen’s previous Commission has led crucial initiatives to put skills and adult learning at the top of the political agenda, notably the European Year of Skills 2023.

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16.07.2024 access, family, inclusion

Making Education Accessible and Inclusive for Families, Parents and Family Carers: COFACE and EAEA call for a ‘Family Test’ in EU Education and Training Policies

In the context of the European Commission public consultation on the European Education Area, COFACE Families Europe and EAEA call for a ‘family test’ in EU education and training programmes.

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09.07.2024 access, micro-credentials, quality, RALExILA

Supporting adult education opportunities for learners and employers: contribute to the RALExILA research!

Do you want to contribute to shaping adult education opportunities in your country and in Europe? We are currently researching employers and adult education learners needs and experiences in the process of choosing, supporting and acquiring adult education opportunities and we would be happy to have your valuable insight through a short survey!

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03.07.2024 Democracy, EAEA Annual Conference, Transformative Learning

EAEA Annual Conference 2024: We need a forward-looking vision with roots on the ground

The EAEA Annual Conference 2024 focused on the role of adult learning in societal transformation and active citizenship. The conference underscored the importance of collaboration and lifelong learning in shaping inclusive and sustainable futures globally.

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17.06.2024 EAEA Grundtvig Award 2024, Media release

Smartfood initiative and ADELE project win 2024 EAEA Grundtvig Awards

MEDIA RELEASE. EAEA has awarded adult education projects in its 21th annual Grundtvig Awards. This year’s award celebrated The Power of Adult Learning: Transforming Lives, Communities and Society.

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