Past 2 Future EU

13/05/2026

Impact of EU Charter on Fundamental RIghts on European citizens.

🇪🇺 As part of the Past2Future project, an international conference dedicated to the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights is taking place in Bulgaria on 13–14 May, simultaneously in Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo.

🕊️ The event brings together partners and participants from different European countries with the aim of promoting fundamental European values — democracy, equality, human dignity, freedom, and solidarity.

📖 During the conference, special attention will be given to the significance and impact of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights on the development of European policies, the protection of citizens’ rights, and the strengthening of democratic values and the rule of law within the European Union.

🤝 Through discussions, exchange of experiences, and international cooperation, participants contribute to raising awareness about the importance of protecting fundamental rights in contemporary society. Part of the programme is being held at Veliko Tarnovo University, home to our partner European Information Centre, while meetings and institutional visits are taking place in Sofia.

✨ We are very pleased that such an important international conference is bringing together partners and citizens to continue building a more inclusive, democratic, and united Europe based on shared European values.

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Past 2 Future EU Magy Kaleynska Edu Lab

13/05/2026

🇪🇺 As part of the Past2Future project, an international conference dedicated to the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights is taking place in Bulgaria on 13–14 May, simultaneously in Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo.

🕊️ The event brings together partners and participants from different European countries with the aim of promoting fundamental European values — democracy, equality, human dignity, freedom, and solidarity.

📖 During the conference, special attention will be given to the significance and impact of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights on the development of European policies, the protection of citizens’ rights, and the strengthening of democratic values and the rule of law within the European Union.

🤝 Through discussions, exchange of experiences, and international cooperation, participants contribute to raising awareness about the importance of protecting fundamental rights in contemporary society. Part of the programme is being held at Veliko Tarnovo University, home to our partner European Information Centre, while meetings and institutional visits are taking place in Sofia.

✨ We are very pleased that such an important international conference is bringing together partners and citizens to continue building a more inclusive, democratic, and united Europe based on shared European values.

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Past 2 Future EU Magy Kaleynska Edu Lab

13/05/2026

📍 On 13 and 14 May, within the framework of the Past2Future project, an international conference is being held in Sofia dedicated to the Proclamation of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union 🇪🇺

🕊️ The conference highlights the importance of fundamental rights, democracy, equality, human dignity, freedom, and solidarity as the core values of the European Union.

📖 The Charter of Fundamental Rights represents one of the most important documents protecting the rights and freedoms of all European citizens and strengthening the principles of justice, inclusion, and respect for human rights across Europe.

🤝 Through discussions, exchange of experiences, and international cooperation, participants contribute to promoting European values and raising awareness about the importance of protecting fundamental rights in contemporary society.

✨ Together, we continue building a more inclusive, democratic, and united Europe.

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11/05/2026

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06/05/2026

Obuci tude cioele. Žulja?

Povodom obilježavanja **Dana Europe**, danas smo u Gimnaziji “Matija Mesić” održali radionicu sa srednjoškolcima koja nas je podsjetila koliko je važno razumjeti druge.

Europa danas sve više postaje prostor susreta ljudi različitih kultura, iskustava i svjetonazora — upravo zato sposobnost da sagledamo stvari iz tuđe perspektive postaje ključna.

Kroz rad u skupinama, mladi su poznate bajke interpretirali na nov način — iz perspektive “drugog” lika. Tako smo upoznali začaranu princezu-vješticu, Pepeljugu između dviju polusestara, obukli su i cipele “strašnog” vuka koji možda to uopće nije bio — već samo prehladen pa kusuci rusi kuce is slyme j pruca ..

Ove kreativne priče otvorile su prostor za razgovor o predrasudama, empatiji i brzini kojom donosimo zaključke bez da čujemo drugu stranu.

Radionica *“Obuti tuđe cipele. Žulja?”* još je jednom pokazala koliko mladi imaju kapacitet razumjeti, preispitivati i graditi otvorenije društvo.

Hvala svima na sudjelovanju, iskrenosti i sjajnim idejama! 💬

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05/05/2026

Europe Day – May 9, 2026 🇪🇺

What do we celebrate on Europe Day?

On May 9, 1950, Robert Schuman delivered a historic speech that would become known as the Schuman Declaration — a bold vision for a new kind of cooperation in Europe ✨
It marked the beginning of a journey toward peace, unity, and shared progress 🤝, laying the foundations of the European Union as we know it today.

But Europe is not built on ideas alone.
It is shaped by people 👥, by moments of courage, by cooperation, and by the belief that a better future is possible 🌱

In a world full of change and uncertainty 🌍, the European Union continues to evolve — striving to remain strong, independent, and united 💪
This means working together to strengthen security 🛡️, support progress 🚀, and protect the freedom to choose the kind of society and democracy we want to live in 🗳️

Europe Day is a reminder of that shared path.
A moment to celebrate our common values ❤️, reconnect with citizens, and reflect on how the past continues to guide the future we are building together.

✨ This year, we celebrate an important milestone:
40 years since Portugal and Spain joined the European community,
as well as 40 years since Europe Day was officially celebrated for the first time — alongside the first public use of the EU flag 🇪🇺 and anthem 🎶

From past to future — Europe is a story we create together 🌟

04/05/2026

On May 9, join us in celebrating Europe Day — a day dedicated to peace, unity, and cooperation among European nations 🇪🇺

We invite you to a unique concert that brings together tradition and contemporary expression:

✨ The international collective Chant Electronique joins forces with Folklorni ansambl Brod for a special performance at Kuća tambure (House Tambourine).

Known for blending traditional polyphonic singing with contemporary electronic sound, Chant Electronique creates powerful musical dialogues that connect heritage with modern expression across cultures.

This concert offers a powerful artistic response to the question: *What should Europe be today?*
A space of encounter, exchange, and creativity.

Through the fusion of electronic sound and traditional heritage, the performers explore new cultural dialogues — bridging past and future, local and international.

The event is organized in collaboration with Art Galery, FAB, Europe House Slavonski Brod and Europe Direct Slavonski Brod.

📍 May 9 at 8 pm
📍 Kuća tambure (House Tambourine)

25/04/2026

📍 Zadar | April 21, 2026

✨ A highly successful & well-attended conference “A Decade of Challenges and Achievements of the EU (2013–Present)” was held as part of the CERV – Past2Future project 🇪🇺

🎯 A key highlight of the event were Europe Café workshops ☕ — 6 interactive sessions where participants worked in groups and developed concrete ideas for the future of Europe, later presented during the final panel moderated by Srđan Kerčević

💡 Their recommendations covered key EU priorities:

🌍 Trade & global role – faster EU decision-making while maintaining strong values
🏡 Mobility & demography – more opportunities in smaller regions & addressing brain drain
🤖 AI & jobs – digital skills, reskilling & ethical AI development
🛡️ Security & resilience – stronger crisis preparedness & media literacy
🗳️ Democracy & participation – more inclusive and transparent EU with stronger citizen voice
🌐 Enlargement & partnerships – building bridges through cooperation, education & shared values

🧠 Participants proposed:
• more accessible Erasmus+ opportunities
• support for entrepreneurship & innovation
• stronger civic education & digital engagement
• investment in mental health, skills & community resilience
• greater inclusion in decision-making processes

🙌 Their ideas, engagement and openness clearly showed the importance of dialogue and participation in shaping Europe’s future 🌱

💙 Dialogue. Participation. Europe.

25/04/2026

A Decade of Challenges and Achievements of the European Union (2013–Present)

Organized by European House Slavonski Brod and Europe Direct Slavonski Brod, with the support of the European Commission Representation in Croatia and partner Europe Direct centres, a highly successful and well-attended conference titled “A Decade of Challenges and Achievements of the European Union (2013–Present)” was held on April 21, 2026, at Providur's Palace in Zadar 📍

🎯 The conference was implemented as part of the CERV – Past2Future project, placing strong emphasis on active citizenship, democratic participation, and shaping the future of the European Union. This was not just another event — it was a vibrant example of what the Past2Future project stands for 💬🇪🇺

🌍 The project connects international partners including Fundación Altius (Spain), European House Slavonski Brod (Croatia), EDU Lab (Italy), European Information Centre (Bulgaria), Educational Development and Sustainability Association Phoenix (Malta), and Internationaler Bund – IB Mitte gGmbH für Bildung und Soziale Dienste Niederlassung Sachsen (Germany), strengthening cooperation across Europe 🤝

🎤 The conference was opened by Iva Perić, while Jadranka Petek from Zadra Nova welcomed participants.

🧠 The program featured a panel on Croatia’s EU journey with distinguished speakers:

Zrinka Ujević, Head of the European Commission Representation in Croatia
Branko Baričević, former Head of the European Commission Representation in Croatia
Bruno Ćurko, Associate Professor, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split
Sven Marcelić, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Zadar
Ana Zubčić, representative of Cromaris
moderated by Marija Dušević.

☕ Through interactive Europe Café sessions, participants explored key EU topics such as security, migration, employment, and artificial intelligence, creating concrete ideas and recommendations 💡 These were presented in the final session moderated by Srđan Kerčević, with conclusions delivered by Maja Kuzmić.

🙌 A special highlight of the conference were young participants, whose energy, creativity, and openness truly stood out — showing how important youth voices are in shaping Europe’s future 🌱

✨ The event once again confirmed the power of dialogue, collaboration, and citizen engagement — at the very heart of the CERV – Past2Future project 💙🇪🇺