Join us together with JustGreen at European Week of Regions and Cities in Brussels to see how citizen voices can drive a fair and inclusive future. Our session “Empowering Citizens to Shape a Fair Green Future“ will explore how to make green transition inclusive.

We would like to invite you to another debate in the series that provides a current perspective on key topics discussed at the plenary sessions of the European Parliament. This time, we will focus on recent events in Europe, specifically the presence of Russian drones on European soil and the related security risks.

On 19th June, the Brussels Office of EUROPEUM representing the Think Visegrad Platform organised a public event entitled ‘The Future of Transatlantic Relations: Between Unity and Uncertainty.’ The event took place at The Library Europe, Avenue de Broqueville 40, with a participation of 16 experts, researchers and civil society actors. The aim of the discussion was to critically assess the current state and future trajectory of transatlantic relations in light of shifting geopolitical dynamics, with particular focus on trade tensions, NATO’s evolving role, ideological divergence between the EU and the US, and external security challenges.

War, climate anxiety, disinformation, social pressure, and cyberbullying increasingly affect the mental health of an entire generation, bringing challenges that children and young people face daily on social media. How does constant online presence influence their mental well-being, and how can not only families but also schools and support professionals respond to its risks? And what is European legislation doing to protect children in the digital environment? We’ll discuss all this with our guests!

More than half of Czech households reject the introduction of emission allowances for transport and heating. This is likely due primarily to negative public debate, which lacks information about the potential benefits of the system, such as revenues for the state budget or protection for the most vulnerable households. Rebeka Hengalová, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the situation for Radio Prostor.

You're invited to a public recording of the Café Evropa podcast! Artificial intelligence is changing the rules of the game across many fields, and language professions are among the most affected. Is AI replacing translators, interpreters, and language teachers, or is it opening up new opportunities for them instead? Join us on Friday, September 26 for a discussion on whether learning languages still makes sense in the age of AI, or whether it's becoming just an old-fashioned pastime. We look forward to seeing you!

We meet at Skauťák every last Thursday of the month to talk about current European topics! European Thursdays are a space for everyone interested in Europe and for connecting with people from institutions, ministries, and organizations. Come and enjoy open discussion and friendly networking! The next meeting will take place on Thursday, August 28 at 5:00 PM at Skauťák. Join us for an open discussion with Tomáš Kopečný, the Czech Government’s Envoy for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, who will present a provocative hot take on Europe and our place in it.

You are warmly invited to a screening of the film Julie Keeps Quiet (2024), followed by a discussion with our guest speakers. The film explores the world of elite sports from a perspective rarely seen in our region — it sheds light not only on victory and fame, but also on pressure, vulnerability, and the darker sides of the tennis world. After the screening, we will reflect with our guests on what lies behind the curtain of professional sports. The evening will conclude with light refreshments and space for informal discussion.

Moldova stands at a pivotal crossroads as it approaches its September 2025 parliamentary elections, with the outcome set to shape the country’s orientation between deepening ties with the European Union or succumbing to the pro-Russian, Eurosceptic forces. The political struggle is unfolding not only in official arenas but also across the landscape of digital media. How are online platforms shaping public debate? What impact might external information campaigns have on Moldova’s political future? Discover the answers in the full article by Anya Brown, a research assistant at EUROPEUM Institute.

The rule of law is facing various threats both in Europe and beyond, from the erosion of institutions to the questioning of its core values in domestic political discourse. Who are its "enemies," and what strategies can be used to defend it? What role does the European Union play, and how does its policy influence national debates? These questions will be at the heart of the discussion, and we warmly invite you to join us on Thursday, September 18 at 6:00 PM.

Civil Society Forum and EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy invite you to the first in a series of three online discussions on how civil society survives under authoritarian pressure.

The Czech Republic’s successful effort to deliver more than a million artillery shells to Ukraine has drawn criticism from the populist party leading in the polls, according to Politico. The situation was commented on by Martin Vokálek, Executive Director and Head of the Brussels Office of the EUROPEUM Institute.