In these challenging times, populism poses a significant threat to societal cohesion. The We-Europeans project, which ran from 2021 until the European elections in June 2024, aimed to counter this by fostering European citizenship. The recent election highlighted the urgency and relevance of this initiative.
The final event of the We-Europeans project, which aimed to counter populism through promoting European citizenship, marked a significant milestone. Running from 2021 until the European elections in June 2024, the project underscored the current and crucial nature of this topic.
During the event, the project’s results were showcased, highlighting their practical impact on individuals working in education, civil society, public administration, and politics. Award-winning journalist Diana Zinkler delivered an enlightening session on fake news, explaining their function, how newsrooms tackle them, and tips for identifying them in private settings. Wiebke Eltze from Amadeu Antonio Stiftung led practical exercises that explored handling various scenarios where populist statements might arise, fostering a deeper understanding and proactive approach to such challenges.
Get further information about the We-Europeans project and its open-source results like the online course, blog articles, argumentation aids etc.