The 7th edition of our annual meeting “Taking Stock of European Memory Policies” will delve into the diversity of memories and citizens’ participation, focusing on the priorities set by the European Commission and the latest resolutions adopted by the European Parliament. The one-day conference is organized in collaboration with the Maison Jean Monnet and will be held at the Info Hub of the European Parliament in Brussels on October 30, 2024.
The event aims to spotlight the advancements in recognizing and promoting Europe’s diverse memories. Special attention will be given to the histories and experiences of the LGBTIQ+ community, the Sinti and Roma people, and persons with disabilities. Discussions will tackle the ongoing challenges in fostering greater citizen participation, with a particular emphasis on youth engagement.
The conference is to be a key platform for experts, policymakers, and citizens dedicated to creating a more inclusive and participatory memory landscape in Europe.
More pictures of the event are available on Flickr
Agenda (Download)
9:00 am – 9:15 am
Reception of participants
9:15 am – 9:45 am
Opening remarks
- Albrecht John. Partnerships Team, Civil Society Outreach Unit, DG COMM, European Parliament
- Julien Mousnier. Director for Rule of Law, Fundamental Rights and Democracy, Directorate-General for Justice and Consumers, European Commission
- Jordi Guixé. Director, European Observatory on Memories (EUROM) of the University of Barcelona’s Solidarity Foundation
9:45 am – 10:30 am
Panel 1: European Remembrance under the CERV programme: facts & figures and future priorities
- Alessandra Luchetti. Deputy to the Director, Head of Department, Creativity, Citizens, EU Values and Joint operations, EACEA
- Godelieve Dutrieux. Head of Unit, Citizens and EU Values, EACEA
Chaired by Domènec Ruiz Devesa. President of the Union of European Federalists (UEF), Former Member of the European Parliament
10:30 am – 10:45 am
Coffee break
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Panel 2: Diversity of Memories
- Persons with Disabilities. Monika Baar, Professor, European University Institute
- LGBTIQ+. Moisés Fernández Cano, Queer and Feminist Working Group, European University Institute
- Sinti & Roma. Annabel Carballo-Mesa, PhD Researcher (University of Barcelona); Federation of the Roma Associations in Catalonia (FAGiC)
Chaired by Oriol López. Coordinator of the EUROM
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Break
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Panel 3: Youth Activism in Memory Policies
- Xesc Mainzer Cardell. Vice President of JEF Europe
- David González, Project Manager at the EUROM
- Paula O’Donohoe, Project Manager and Research Coordinator at EuroClio
Chaired by Debora Righetti. Public Relations Officer at Maison Jean Monnet (DG COMM, House of European History)
3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
Presentation of the Book: 10 Elections. A History of the European Parliament at the Ballot Box (1979-2024)
- Michele Fiorillo, Editor
Contributors to the Book:
- Christelle Savall. President of JEF Europe
- Richard Corbett. Former Member of the European Parliament
- Danuta Huebner. Former Member of the European Parliament
- Domènec Ruiz Devesa, President of the Union of European Federalists, Former Member of the European Parliament
4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Working Session with Beneficiaries of the CERV Programme Operating Grants (Remembrance Strand)
Important: Two-Step Registration Process Required by the Venue
Registration is now live through the InfoHub platform. To register, simply follow these two steps:
- Create an account on InfoHub
- Once your account is set up, register for the event
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- Reference of the Project: 101140481
- Kind of activity: Mutual Learning
- Title: Taking Stock 2024
- Date of the activity: October 30, 2024
- Duration of the event in days: 1
- In Person
- Info Hub Brussels