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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 10h

✨Registrations for the #LLLWeek2026 open tomorrow, October 1st!! Join us for 5 inspiring days packed with dynamic discussions across 5 different topics centred around this year's annual theme on Validation and Recognition! 💡🌍 Stay tuned to our social media for updates! 🆕 #LifelongLearning

Lifelong Learning Week 2026. The 16th edition is around the corner! Registrations soon.

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Civil Society Europe @eucivilsociety.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

💭 We continue to put a spotlight on stories of positive impact from civil society. This week, we hear from Eleni Karaoli, Chairperson of the Cyprus Anti-Poverty Network. Learn more about our ‘Voices of Millions campaign’ here: bit.ly/4tqscgh #VoicesOfMillions #ThePowerOfMany #EUCivilSociety

Cyprus Anti-Poverty Network represents over 15 civil society and non-profit groups in Cyprus. We work towards reducing poverty and promoting social inclusion for vulnerable groups. Our goal is systemic change so everyone can live with dignity and equal opportunity.

We were established to represent Cypriot civil society within the European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN). Joining the EU network gave us access to expertise, evidence-based policy tools, and coordinated advocacy at EU level. This connection amplified our voice with national authorities and allowed shared strategies and best practices to be adapted in Cyprus.

A major achievement was contributing to the development of the national Guarantee Minimum Income (GMI). EAPN provided expertise, policy papers, and arguments that helped shape our national advocacy and submissions to authorities. As a result, the GMI now supports people in real need. Without benefits, poverty in Cyprus would be about 34%, whereas with benefits it falls to around 17%. Another result is progress on a required minimum wage for certain low-paid jobs, which helps prevent exploitation and raises basic income.

As we’re led by volunteers, we rely on the research, policy papers, training, and advocacy tools produced by EAPN. These resources allow us to produce informed positions and run targeted campaigns on themes like women’s poverty, energy poverty, and in-work poverty.

Working together also helps us respond collectively to directives, regulations, and strategies at EU level (e.g., EU Anti-Poverty Strategy).

Without EU networks, we would lose access to these crucial tools. National advocacy would be less informed about EU processes, weakening our influence. Society would face fragmented efforts, which would lead to less progress on poverty reduction.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 29/09/2026

The European Commission recently convened stakeholders and SALTO Resource Centres to review the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps Inclusion & Diversity Strategy for the post-2027 period.🚀 📢A survey will be launched to gather feedback across Europe. Current ID Strategy here: lnkd.in/eBfGRgus

Group photo of the stakeholders and SALTO Resource Centres to review the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps Inclusion & Diversity Strategy for the post-2027 period.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 25/09/2026

• More intergenerational learning must be promoted, ensuring that the Coalition looks equally at children & at the adults that lack basic skills. 👥 We stand ready to support the Coalition, together with our other members present at the launch: EPA, OBESSU, EBSN, @eaea.org 💪

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 25/09/2026

We attended the launch of the European Literacy Coalition this week, & fully endorse the Warsaw Memorandum. 👏 • We raised the importance of including learners in any co-creation activities of the Coalition, considering that no learner was present in the panel discussions. 🗣️ #LiteracySkills

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 22/09/2026

📅 Save the date! Join us in Brussels on 1 December 2026 for the STRIDE Final Conference & Policy Forum, focusing on equity and inclusion in education and training. Stay tuned for more information! #STRIDE #EducationalEquity #InclusiveEducation

Save the Date for the STRIDE international conference on “Equity and inclusion in education and training policies: Insights from 25 years of reforms in Europe”, taking place in Brussels on 1 December. The image features the Atomium and the logos of the European Union, UK Research and Innovation, Lifelong Learning Week 2026, and STRIDE.

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European Association for the Education of Adults @eaea.org · 10/09/2026

#PISA 2025 recorded the lowest ever performance in science, reading and mathematics. Declining foundational skills today will increase the need for learning opportunities later in life. This is why we need better investment in #AdultLearning! @oecd-ocde.bsky.social eaea.org/our-work/inf...

Cuts cost more! Protect Erasmus+, ESF+ and Europe's investment in people.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 21/09/2026

So, the State of the Union... Among competing EU priorities, how did it fare on education and lifelong learning? 📚 #SOTEU #education #LifelongLearning

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 21/09/2026

The project’s main outputs are available for you to explore — and we encourage you to contribute your knowledge and perspectives at this link! 🔗 eco-families.eu

Policy and Advocacy Manager of LLLP, Andrei Frank addressed participants during the panel “The Institutional Pulse & Policy Alignment”. Side view of the panel with the rest of speakers.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 21/09/2026

Our member EPA held the conference “Bridging the Gap: VET, Green Skills, & the Family Learning Ecosystem.” 🗣️Our Policy & Advocacy Manager, Andrei Frank, joined experts to explore how education can help cultivate green competences & support a fair & inclusive green transition.

Policy and Advocacy Manager of LLLP, Andrei Frank addressed participants during the panel “The Institutional Pulse & Policy Alignment”.

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Civil Society Europe @eucivilsociety.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We need to work together for change. This week, we hear from Valeria Emmi at CESVI as part of ‘The Power of Many’ series from our ‘Voices of Millions’ campaign! Learn more: bit.ly/4svMm7X #VoicesOfMillions #ThePowerOfMany #EUCivilSociety

Picture in a circle of speaker Valeria Emmi with quotation underneath, which ways "If CESVI were not part of an EU network, its ability to influence policy and amplify its impact would be significantly reduced."

CESVI is an independent, Italian not-for-profit organisation supporting people affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters.

Our mission is to turn social justice into action by empowering communities —especially women, children and marginalised groups— to achieve autonomy and dignity, while addressing the root causes of crises and strengthening sustainable, locally driven development.

But to create lasting change, we need to work together. This is why CESVI is a member of Alliance2015, working alongside like-minded NGOs to heighten our impact. Together, we recognise that strong, inclusive policies must be based on evidence.

Alliance2015 plays a pivotal role in shaping EU food security and humanitarian action by providing evidence for advocacy tools like the Global Hunger Index. Through this, we aim to encourage EU decision-makers to create more resilient food systems that can respond effectively to hunger and longer crises.

This is reflected in stronger humanitarian aid programmes that include local leadership and a more integrated approach to such challenges.

For people affected by crisis and food insecurity, this translates into more effective support systems: better access to nutritious food, greater resilience to shocks, and assistance that reaches those who need it most.

To achieve change at national level, CESVI connects EU commitments with practical action through Alliance2015, strengthening cooperation programmes.

Without this partnership, CESVI’s ability to influence policy would be significantly reduced, with less access to shared evidence, advocacy platforms, and strategic policy dialogue.

For society, this would mean less effective humanitarian and development action overall. Policies would risk becoming more fragmented, less evidence-driven, and less responsive to crises like hunger, climate shocks, and forced displacement.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 14/09/2026

Join EfVET, EAEA & EARLALL during the #EURegionsWeek for an essential workshop: "Rethinking Care Careers: Gender, Skills and Well-being for Stronger Regions".💪 Don’t forget to register! lnkd.in/eHa7wmpe 📅14 October | 16:00-17:30 📍Square Brussels @efvet.bsky.social @eaea.org @earlalleu.bsky.social

#EURegionsWeek Workshop, Rethinking Care Careers: Genders, Skills and wellbeing for stronger regions event. Hear from the Centre-Val de Loire and Etela-Savo: good practices.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 10/09/2026

Join the Alliance for Childhood - European Network Group for a milestone event exploring how a systemic perspective can guide more coherent, equitable, and future-oriented policies for childhood. 🧒✨ 📅 29 September | 10:00 – 18:30 CEST ⏳ Don't forget to register by 15 September! 🔗 lnkd.in/e9fm9i9a

Improving the quality of childhood in europe. alliance for childhood. atelier 29, event

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 09/09/2026

In 2024, we addressed the situation of Teachers and Educators from a lifelong learning perspective in our Position Paper. 📚 Read more about it here🔗: www.lllplatform.eu/_files/ugd/043d91_2babd801b6674758a07728c17588bf13.pdf

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 09/09/2026

A new report from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (OSHA) sheds light on the significant psychosocial risks facing teaching professionals today. 🧑‍🏫 Discover the key challenges that demand our attention by reading their report: osha.europa.eu/en/publicati...

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Psychosocial risks in education: understanding work-related factors affecting teachers’ well-being

Teaching professionals face significant psychosocial risks in the workplace, including high workload, emotional demands, limited autonomy, job insecurity and exposure to violence. These factors affect...

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 08/09/2026

🗓️ Save the date! On 13 October, join EURASHE (@eurashe.bsky.social) at their office in Brussels during #EURegionsWeek for an insightful discussion on the #MFF and place-based policies. 📍18:00 - 19:30 CEST Registration opens on 15 September! Additional details on their website 🔗 lnkd.in/dv2itS4g

European Week of Regions and Cities. EURASHE. MFF

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 04/09/2026

The European Commission is launching a call for participants to join a dedicated squad and an in-person workshop focused on AI literacy in schools and teacher education. 💻 Don’t miss this chance to collaborate and make a tangible impact. 📅 Apply by 20 September: ec.europa.eu/newsroom/eac...

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EACEA_OEP - Call for participants: AI literacy squad and workshop

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 03/09/2026

📅 Save the date! 📢Join us in Brussels on 4 December for the Conference: The Future of Traineeships in Europe to discuss the future of Erasmus+ traineeships; supporting students across Europe through digital innovation and stakeholder cooperation. #ErasmusPlus #Traineeships

DETAS Final Conference Save the Date: The Future of Traineeships in Europe, 4 December 2026 in Brussels.

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Civil Society Europe @eucivilsociety.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🐾 Improving the lives of millions of animals should be a priority. Today, ‘The Power of Many’ brings a story from David Garrahy, External Affairs Manager at World Animal Protection. Learn more here: bit.ly/4tqscgh #VoicesOfMillions #ThePowerOfMany #EUCivilSociety

World Animal Protection is a global organisation that wants to mobilise the world for animal wellbeing. We are dedicated to ending cruel factory farming and stopping the commercial exploitation of wild animals.

We do not operate alone, but are part of the wider EU network Eurogroup for Animals. We decided to join this network because working together with allies amplifies impact and can produce real change for billions of animals.

We have already seen steps towards the legal protection of animals that have been pushed by organisations like ours, facilitated by belonging to an EU network. For instance, working together with nearly 100 partners across Europe, we pushed a campaign forward to support the European Citizens’ Initiative “End the Cage Age”. In reply to the initiative, the European Commission set out plans for a legislative proposal to end the use of cages in farming.

This is a huge move forward for animal welfare, something that will make the treatment of animals more humane in the coming years.

The existence of EU networks clearly helps us carry out our mission at national levels. Our offices in Thailand, Brazil and China often engage with these networks for inspiration and guidance regarding upcoming developments in animal welfare.

In a scenario in which EU networks did not exist, our work would be much more difficult. Our ability to carry out campaigns to improve the lives of animals would be fragmented and society would be clearly negatively affected.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 20/08/2026

📢 The Blue Book Traineeship Programme is now open for applications! For the first time, the European Commission is broadening access by opening it up to VET graduates! 🎓 👉 Don't forget to apply by 4 September! 🔗Check out this recorded webinar to get answers to your questions: lnkd.in/eBdF_P_J

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Unlock EU career opportunities: information session introduces Blue Book Traineeships for VET graduates

The European Alliance for Apprenticeships (EAfA) is delighted to host a dedicated information session on a new opportunity for vocational education and training (VET) graduates: access to the European...

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 18/08/2026

Erasmus+ seeks feedback on the upcoming Education Package. Education professionals are invited to share views on three main areas: 🎒Basic skills 🧑‍🏫Teachers and trainers 💻 Digital transformation in education 📅 Deadline: 8 September 🔗Have your say: education.ec.europa.eu/whats-new/ne...

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Commission launches Call for Evidence on new Education Package

The Commission is gathering public input ahead of a new Education Package, to be announced this November. Your feedback can help shape it.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 15/08/2026

Four categories. Four ways to make an impact. 💥 🏆Best Policy 🏆Best Organisation 🏆Best Tool 🏆Best Learner Could your project, organisation or learning journey be recognised? Apply by 31 August! 📅 #LLLAwards #LifelongLearning #Validation #Recognition

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 08/08/2026

✨ What are validation and recognition, and why do they matter? In this post, we explore what these concepts mean and how recognising all forms of learning, skills and competences can make a difference. Apply by 31 August! 📆 #LLLAwards #LifelongLearning

This year's theme is validation and recognition. LLLAwards 2026. Lifelong Learning

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 29/07/2026

✨A warm welcome to our new members: garagErasmus, Cooperatives Europe and Lie Detectors! Check our new article about their missions and how they contribute to our platform! 🔗 www.lllplatform.eu/post/welcome... @coopseurope.eurosky.social @liedetectors.bsky.social

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Erasmus Student Network @esn.org · 27/07/2026

📅 Save the Date: 4 December 2026 Join us in Brussels for the #DETAS Final Conference and discover how digital innovation can strengthen Erasmus+ traineeships and support students in their transition from education to employment. More details coming soon.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 24/07/2026

🎉 Meet the last but not least member of the #LLLAwards 2026 jury: Pavel Trantina (@ptrantina.bsky.social), Member of the European Economic and Social Committee! ✨ 📢 Showcase your work by submitting your application before 31 August to join this celebration of validation and recognition!

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 23/07/2026

Meet our fourth LLLAwards’26 Jury member: Andrina Wafer, Head of International Mobility and Prior Learning, NARIC Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)! 🌟 🎉 Your work deserves recognition. Apply for the #LLLAwards by 31 August and share your impact with the lifelong learning community.

Andrina Wafer, Head of International Mobility and Prior Learning, NARIC Quality and Qualifications Ireland and jury member of the LLLAwards 2026 @andrinaeuropa.bsky.social

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 22/07/2026

Meet the third member of our LLLAwards'26 Jury: Jon Harding, TLA Project & Development Manager and member of the EfVET Executive Management Team. ✨ 🌟 Is your initiative making a difference? Apply for the #LLLAwards by 31 August and help inspire the future of lifelong learning.

Jonathan Harding, TLA Project & Development Manager, efvet, executive management team and jury member of the LLLAwards 2026.

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Civil Society Europe @eucivilsociety.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

⚖️ Only advocacy that remains close to people can be fair and sustainable. Today, we hear from Jan Bazyl, director of Grupa Zagranica, as part of ‘The Power of Many’ series. Learn more about CSE’s ‘Voices of Millions’ campaign here: bit.ly/4tqscgh #VoicesOfMillions #ThePowerOfMany #EUCivilSociety

Read Jan's story: Grupa Zagranica gathers 62 Polish civil society organisations working in humanitarian aid, international cooperation and global education. Our mission is to boost public knowledge about global challenges and monitor Polish international cooperation. We act as a representative voice for the sector, making sure that aid is about actual impact.

We act by listening. Our secretariat is like a “helpdesk” for members that connects them with partners. Since our members work on the front lines, their priorities become our priorities and shape our advocacy.

We gather their expertise and channel it to decision-makers in Warsaw and Brussels. It is a way to ensure that policies reflect real needs.

With time, this has led to tangible changes. Grupa Zagranica helped shape Poland’s 2011 Development Cooperation Act, the first legal framework for Polish aid, ensuring that resources are used effectively on the ground. We also influenced national school curricula, so that young people grow up with a better understanding of issues such as climate change or migration.

Through the recent EU Presidency Project, we’ve supported small local organisations to bring topics like climate justice and decolonial education to their communities. This way, we have managed to spark broader public conversations.

Since most Polish organisations are small, being part of an EU network like CONCORD really matters. It gives us “insider” knowledge of how the EU works, as well as legitimacy in front of national authorities. We are seen as part of a wider European force.

If these networks disappeared, policies would be driven only by political and economic interests, far from people’s realities. The human side of cooperation would fade, and with it, fairness and sustainability.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 21/07/2026

Continuing our introduction to the LLLAwards'26 Jury, we're pleased to present our second jury member: Brigitte van den Berg. ✨ (@brigittevdberg.bsky.social) ⏳ There's still time to apply! Don't miss the opportunity to submit your application for the #LLLAwards before 31 August.

Brigitte van der Berg, co-chair of the European Parliament's Intergroup The future of education and skills for a competitive Europe, member of the European Parliament, and jury member of the LLLAwards 2026

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 20/07/2026

This week, we are excited to introduce the outstanding members of our #LLLAwards'26 Jury, giving you the chance to get to know the experts behind the evaluation process. 🎖️ First up: Ernesto Villalba! Applications are still open! Submit yours by 31 August and share your initiative across Europe! 🏆

Ernesto Villalba, Ambassador of the European Skills and VET Week 2026 and jury of the LLLAwards 2026
Since joining Cedefop in 2011, Villalba has been responsible for validating non-formal and informal learning. He also collaborates with the EC to monitor, implement, and evaluate the 2012 Council Recommendation on validation, and update the European Inventory and European Guidelines.

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Civil Society Europe @eucivilsociety.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

As part of ‘The Power of Many’ series, we hear from Yulia Ralko of the Belarusian National Youth Council (RADA), member of the European Youth Forum. Learn more here: bit.ly/4tqscgh #VoicesOfMillions #ThePowerOfMany #EUCivilSociety

Read Yulia’s story: The Belarus National Youth Council (RADA) is a voluntary union of 44 youth organisations, created to consolidate, represent, promote and defend the rights of youth organisations and young people in Belarus. Unfortunately, because of repression in the country, RADA has been operating underground since 2006.

What is our goal? To provide information on youth issues and rights at local and international levels, strengthen cooperation between youth civil society and the EU, and increase the capacity of youth organisations through educational programs.

Even though Belarus isn’t a member of the EU, it’s important for us that Belarusian youth are heard because EU decisions directly affect them. Almost 11,000 Belarusians study in Polish universities and after mass protests in 2020, many young Belarusians were forced to migrate.

Last December, the Bureau of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe appointed a Youth Delegate from the Belarusian democratic movement to the 2026 Congress. This was historic for Belarus. We never had a Youth Delegate before, particularly at a time when democracy is under pressure.

Since many Belarusian young people are forced into exile in Europe, they greatly depend on EU programmes and opportunities, which should remain accessible. This helps promote EU values by offering them a safer, democratic environment to live.

If we could not be a part of an EU network, our society could fall further to Russian propaganda with no clear ways to escape it. We also wouldn’t be able to communicate the needs and ideas of young people in Belarus and give them a voice beyond our borders.

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ECAS NGO @ecas-europe.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

What do you need to apply for the LLLAwards 2026? 🏅 This year, the topic of “Reimagining validation and recognition: giving value to all learners, learning, and competences” will award four initiatives in four different categories! Apply before 31st August: lllplatform.eu/lllawards #LLLAwards

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LLLAwards | LLLPlatform

In 2016, the Lifelong Learning Platform launched the Lifelong Learning Awards to celebrate creative and inclusive practices.

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SOLIDAR & SOLIDAR+ @solidar-eu.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

🎙️In episode 9 of the ENHANCE Podcast, we explore how learners’ voices can meaningfully shape education policy in the EU.

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European University Foundation @unifoundation.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Save the date: Inclusion and Diversity in Erasmus+ Join the final conference of the #DiEM project and explore how Erasmus+ can become more inclusive and accessible for all. Registration is now open: ow.ly/PMWf50Zhv4Y

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 02/07/2026

Earlier this week, our General Assembly brought members together to discuss AI in education, welcome new Steering Committee members and organisations, and shape the future of lifelong learning.📚🌟 Read more about it! 👇 www.lllplatform.eu/post/lllp-ge... #LifelongLearning #GA2026

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LLLP General Assembly 2026: from AI in education to new members!

On 29-30 June 2026, the Lifelong Learning Platform held its annual General Assembly in Brussels. In an extended two-day version, it brought together the whole membership to approve reports, plans and ...

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 26/06/2026

Civil Society Europe wants to make data on civil society funding more accessible and increase its visibility. 👇 Check below their infographics on the state of funding for civil society in the EU. Learn more about their campaign here: bit.ly/4tqscgh #EUCivilSociety #VoicesOfMillions

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Civil Society Europe @eucivilsociety.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

🔊 The lived experiences of persons with disabilities must inform decisionmaking. We hear from Blandine Bouniol, Deputy Director for Advocacy and Institutional Relations at Humanity & Inclusion. Learn more about our ‘Voices of Millions campaign’ here: bit.ly/4svMm7X #ThePowerOfMany #EUCivilSociety

Read Blandine's story: Humanity & Inclusion (HI) works in over 60 countries to create a more inclusive world, where persons with disabilities and vulnerable populations can live in dignity and with their fundamental rights respected. We aim to remove barriers to their participation in all areas of society and make sure that no-one is left behind.

The core of our advocacy is centering the voices of persons with disabilities, as they are usually the most marginalised, and often excluded from aid and decision making. We shape our priorities and policy messages through their lived experiences, and translate them into actionable recommendations for policymakers.

We take this approach because we want policies to be grounded on realities, and believe that this process strengthens the effectiveness of humanitarian and development action.

Our advances are tangible. We played a key role in developing the Charter on Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action, which then led the UN to mandate that service delivery be non-discriminatory and inclusive.

Through sustained advocacy, we influenced the EU to adopt their disability marker, ensuring that all EU-funded humanitarian projects account for disability needs. This shift has improved dignity, autonomy, and access to essential services for millions.

Being part of EU networks, such as CONCORD, enables us to keep constant dialogue with EU institutions and present a unified voice. These networks also create opportunities to amplify the voices of affected individuals, such as when we brought Margaret Arach Orech, a Ugandan landmine survivor, to speak at the European Development Forum.

Without NGO input to EU policies, society would suffer from deeper exclusion and distrust in institutions and humanitarian actors. The shrinking of civic space would silence those in need and invisibilise vulnerable populations, posing a threat to democracy. Our commitment to “leaving no-one behind” makes decisions more critical, effective and inclusive.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 23/06/2026

Our director, Brikena Xhomaqi, advocated for civil society's role in developing diverse learning pathways and recognising the value of artistic environments. 🎭 The event concluded with inspiring performances by IYMF Ambassadors and artists Barbara Valentino and Quentin Dujardin. 🎤 🎸

IYMF Ambassadors and artists Barbara Valentino (singer) and Quentin Dujardin (guitar).

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 23/06/2026

A dialogue with Georg Häusler, Luigia Di Gisi, @brikenaxhomaqi.bsky.social, Leo Kilroy, Marianne Poncelet, and Alexandra Paatsch explored arts-based education’s role in social inclusion and democracy. MEP Marcos Ros Sempere called artistic education a vital investment for democratic life.🎨

Panel with Marcos Ros Sempere, Georg Häusler, Luigia Di Gisi, Brikena Xhomaqi, Leo Kilroy, Marianne Poncelet, and Alexandra Paatsch. European Parliament.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 23/06/2026

Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending the “Reimagining Education through the Arts: Building Skills, Inclusion and Communities” event organised by our member, IYMF International Yehudi Menuhin Foundation at the European Parliament and hosted by MEP @mrossemp.bsky.social. 🇪🇺

Transforming society through creative arts banner. International Yehudi Menuhin Foundation.

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 19/06/2026

Civil Society Europe wants to make data on civil society funding more accessible and increase its visibility. 👇 Check the post below and learn more about CSE’s Voices of Millions campaign here: bit.ly/4tqscgh #EUCivilSociety #VoicesOfMillions #MFF #AgoraEU

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 17/06/2026

Read and share our statement and our demands to ensure at least 50 billion EUR for Erasmus+! 💥 tinyurl.com/euty3kas #Erasmus+ #FundingForOurFuture 📣 @rasmusnordqvist.bsky.social @dianariba.bsky.social @emmarafowicz.bsky.social

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 17/06/2026

--- What comes next? ‼️ Before the next European Council meeting on 18-19 June, we launch our new Statement, urging Member States to not allow competing priorities to cut our future!

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 17/06/2026

We promote the transformative power of Erasmus+, its great impact in Europe from a social and economic perspective, but also highlight the fact that this is the EU’s most known programme and the fourth greatest achievement according to European citizens. 👥

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Lifelong Learning Platform @lllplatform.eu · 17/06/2026

And the Member States now want to cut this further! Education represents around 2% of the EU budget, and even though our future depends on education, decision makers have yet again targeted this sector for further cuts. ⚠️

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