We are happy to share a 2024 version of our annual magazine - Key2Europe, showcasing everything that has happend in AEGEE in the year 2023 and what we are looking forward in 2024 as an organisation! A full magazin can be found under this link!
On the 20th of March, 2025, Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul and potentially the strongest opponent of Türkiye’s current president in the upcoming presidential elections, was arrested over allegations of corruption and links to terrorism - claims that have raised significant concerns about their credibility and timing. This arrest and other repeatedly dismissed accusations against opposition show how this case is less about justice and more about political interests. Immediately after the incident, the government imposed a nationwide ban on gatherings, protests, and demonstrations without prior approval. The ban was enforced by city governors, who are directly appointed [...]
February 24th 2025 marks three years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This attack is a continuation of violence and violation of Ukraine's territorial integrity that started with Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014 after the Maidan Revolution. For 1095 days, Ukraine has been fighting for its right to exist as an independent state, a right that Russia denies and that more than 46000 Ukrainian soldiers have given their lives for, while more than 390000 have been injured on the battlefield (kyiv independent quoting president Zelensky). Russia continues to commit numerous human rights abuses in Ukraine, including [...]
This paper has been written by Florina-Marieta Neagu, Policy Officer for Social Equity. In recent years, Europe has been witnessing the rise of conservative actors, from politicians to civil society representatives, publicly opposing the so-called “gender ideology”. As a result, they managed to mobilise people against issues related to women’s rights, gender studies, marriage equality and sexual and reproductive health and rights, especially sexuality education and the right to abortion. What started as isolated incidents in some countries has quickly become a transnational movement. You can read the full paper here. Disclaimer: Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions [...]
This paper has been written by Oluchi Obi, Policy Officer for Eco-responsible Society. Many European countries have been experiencing a wave of growing support for far-right populist parties in recent European and national elections. This fact has resulted in greater parliamentary representation of the far right and an especially visible rising popularity of them among the younger voters. Seeing this evolution of the European political scene and its development in different countries, it is crucial to consider the implications that a possible victory of the extreme right in the EU would have on the development of environmental policies. It [...]
This paper has been written by Michiel Barten, the Policy Officer for Digital Culture. Populism has seen a dramatic rise globally in the last two decades, spurred in part by a transformative shift in how societies communicate and interact. While social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok have democratized political participation by giving voice to underrepresented groups, it has also become a double-edged sword, enabling the spread of misinformation, polarization, and extremist rhetoric by populists, powerful enough to destabilize democracy and incite violence. [...] Read the rest of the Position Paper can be found here. Disclaimer: Funded [...]
After thousands of kilometers traveled across Europe, countless workshops and engaging sessions, the 10th edition of Europe on Track has almost reached its final destination. This year, this amazing AEGEE-Europe project brought young Europeans together to discuss one of the current hot topics - AI. From combating fake news and online misinformation to exploring the societal impacts of artificial intelligence and empowering digital activism. As this journey concludes, we’re proud to share also on our website the results and policy recommendations shaped by the voices of hundreds of young Europeans, all aimed at tackling the challenges of our digital era. [...]
Policy Paper written by Florina-Marieta Neagu (Policy Officer of AEGEE-Europe) with support from the Y Vote 2024 Project Team "Young people don't vote, they're not interested in politics". We often hear these words. On the other hand, many young people express that they feel underrepresented by political institutions and believe their voices are rarely reflected in decision-making processes. In 2019, the statistics changed after years of constant decline in the turnout in the European Elections. The voter turnout experienced the largest increase in decades, largely driven by the younger generation of voters across the EU, who defied expectations and participated [...]
Policy Paper written by Michiel Barten Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world at an unprecedented pace, reshaping industries, enhancing daily life, and introducing new ways of interacting with technology. However, with its rapid advancement, AI also carries significant implications for human rights. From privacy concerns to potential biases in decision-making processes, AI's impact on people's lives can be profound, influencing everything from job opportunities to personal freedoms. As AI becomes more integrated into critical areas like healthcare, law enforcement, and social services, ensuring that these technologies respect and protect human rights is essential. (...) The whole paper can be found [...]
Position paper written by Martyna Zapalska and Lena Sobczyńska. And was supported by Teddy van Amelsvoort. In an era of unprecedented global connections, our world still faces persistent conflicts and deep-rooted divides. At AEGEE-Europe, we believe young people have the power to bring upon positive change. Our recent position paper on the role of young people in building bridges and uniting cultures reflects our commitment to fostering open dialogue, promoting cultural exchange and awareness and youth leadership across Europe. Inspired by our conference last February in Eindhoven, where young people gathered to explore topics like diversity, inclusion and the [...]
