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The new President of the European Council has issued a powerful call for "unity in diversity" among the 27 member states of the European Union. This statement emphasizes the importance of embracing cultural differences while working collaboratively towards common goals. As Europe faces various challenges, including economic disparities and political tensions, the President's message serves as a reminder of the strength found in diversity and the need for solidarity among nations. This initiative aims to foster cooperation, mutual respect, and a shared vision for a prosperous future within the EU.Suggested Tags: #UnityInDiversity #EuropeanCouncil #EU27 #CulturalDiversity #EuropeanUnion #PoliticalUnity #MemberStates #EuropeanIntegration #DiversityAndInclusion #Collaboration #EULeadership #CohesionPolicy #CulturalCooperation #StrengthInDiversity #EuropeTogether

Today, on May 9th, we celebrate more than just a date. We celebrate the fantastic blend of cultures, languages, and ideas that make the European Union so special. It is unbelievable that nations which once fought against each other for centuries now stand together, united by a shared dream of peace, prosperity, and a better future. Isn't that something beautiful? We recognise the worth and respect that every person in the world deserves. We share values like freedom in all its forms, the rule of law, equality, justice, democracy, pluralism, non-discrimination, tolerance, respect, solidarity and, above all, human rights. Remeber that unity is not uniformity, the EU would not be the same without the richness of its many voices. Happy Europe Day! #Europeanprojects #ruleoflaw #EU #EUDays #abetterfutureispossible #multilingualism #sharedvalues #futureisnow #EuropeDay #alllivesmatter

Why does Europe need a Cultural Deal? Lars Ebert, Sneška Quaedvlieg-Mihailović and Andre Wilkens explain why culture and cultural heritage must be at the heart of the European political agenda. In this article, first published at EuroNews the three authors argue that culture and cultural heritage need to be elevated as political priorities for Europe to address the challenges it faces such as war, division, and polarization #CulturalDealEU The Creatives Unite posted a series of articles regarding the agenda pushed forward by Cultural and Creative organizations before the elections and is now compiling a collection of follow-up reactions to the elections. #CulturalDealEU #EuropeNeedsCulture #CultureMatters #EUCulture #CreativeEurope #StrengtheningEurope #DemocracyAndCulture #ResilienceThruCulture #CulturalHeritage #EuropeanIdentity https://lnkd.in/dQsVGn-8

💬 "I decided I would fight against the system and educate others to give us the same rights - regardless of our ethnicity or background." The story of Carmen Tanasie, our Policy Officer, has been featured in the series by ECAS - European Citizen Action Service, as they are conducting a series of interviews with a wide range of EU mobile citizens. Watch the full interview below! #europeansonthemove

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🔴 Without the past, there is no future! Today is the 140th anniversary of the Berlin Conference, sadly known as the “Scramble for Africa” 😢. From November 15, 1884, to February 26, 1885, European powers and Western allies came together in Berlin, Germany 🇩🇪, to divide Africa with little regard for the continent's peoples, cultures or histories. What is most notable about the Berlin Conference is that there was no African representation whatsoever. 👉🏾 As 🇰🇪 Kenyan president William Samoei Ruto rightly pointed out during a 2023 address in Berlin, colonisation reshaped the continent’s political, social and economic structures. However, Africa is not defined by its colonial past, Ruto said, adding that we can acknowledge the past, but also look forward to building genuine partnerships ✅. In earlier addresses, 🇩🇪 Germany's Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has emphasised the importance of reflecting on the past to shape current policies. This is one of the reasons why Germany has constantly advocated for the inclusion of African countries in decision-making bodies and organisations. Minister Baerbock has acknowledged the role of the German Foreign Office's involvement in colonialism and called for research into Germany's role so it can name its injustices. Research continues to be done 👍🏾. Collaboration and redress are also practised in other forms, including memoralisation, supporting the development of former colonies and the return of artefacts. Over the course of the next few weeks, we - in collaboration with Centre Allemand d'Information en Afrique - will elaborate further on some of the work done by the 🇩🇪 Federal Foreign Office and its partners 🤝. As we reflect on the impact of the Berlin Conference and its consequences, let us honour the resilience of the African peoples who endured colonisation and continue to fight for justice and recognition today 👏🏾. #BerlinConference #CongoConference #ScrambleForAfrica #Africa #EuropeanHistory #AfricanHistory #Colonisation #Colonization #GermanyInAfrica #Germany #Berlin #WilhelmStrasse92 #FlashbackFriday #Colonialism #Decolonisation #Decolonization #LearnFromThePast

🇨🇭 With freedom comes responsibility: Happy Swiss National Day! On 1 August, Switzerland celebrates the foundation of a remarkable nation. 🙏 Because I'm lucky to have been born here, I used to take a lot of our values – freedom and individual rights, equality, federalism, or the rule of law – for granted. 🌍 Our system of direct democracy is a testament to the power of citizen participation. Here, every eligible citizen has the right to propose changes to the constitution, challenge laws passed by parliament, and vote on major national issues. This profound level of involvement ensures that our government is truly by the people and for the people. 📢 This privilege, however, comes with a significant responsibility. As citizens, we must stay informed, engage in debate, and make decisions that reflect the collective good. Our freedom is not just about rights; it is also about the duty to contribute actively to our society. ⛑️ To keep this individual duty up is not easy in an age of global instability, expanding state regulation, and in a time where opposing views and opinions can be rejected by the swipe of a finger. 🧿 That’s why we should not take our freedom and our principles for granted, if we want to continue to live in a society where every individual has the opportunity to participate, contribute, and thrive. Here's to Switzerland, a land of liberty, responsibility, and direct democracy. 🇨🇭 Happy Swiss National Day! ♥️ Image: Overlooking Lac Léman in Vevey #1August #Nationalfeiertag #SwissNationalDay #DirectDemocracy

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Happy Europe Day, Today we celebrate peace, unity, and diversity across the continent. Let's continue to embrace our differences and work together for a brighter future. #EuropeDay #DigitalPublication #AcademicJournal #OpenAccessJournal #PeerReviewed #ResearchJournal #SocialScienceJournal #MedicalJournal #TechJournal #EducationJournal #HealthJournal #ArtJournal #Literaturejournal