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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE BERLIN, 13 November 2026, Registration Open

23.10.2026

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE BERLIN, 13 November 2026, Registration Open

NPC Education Conference 2026: Tomorrow’s World, November 7, 2026

European Colloquium: "Grandparents as Carriers of European Memory"

LLLWeek’26: Valuing Parental Skills – Socio-Emotional Learning, Gender Equity & Recognition. 3 December 2026

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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE BERLIN, 13 November 2026, Registration Open

23.10.2026

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE BERLIN, 13 November 2026, Registration Open

LLLWeek’26: Valuing Parental Skills – Socio-Emotional Learning, Gender Equity & Recognition. 3 December 2026

23.09.2026

LLLWeek’26: Valuing Parental Skills – Socio-Emotional Learning, Gender Equity & Recognition. 3 December 2026

NPC Education Conference 2026: Tomorrow’s World, November 7, 2026

23.09.2026

NPC Education Conference 2026: Tomorrow’s World, November 7, 2026

Shaping the Future of Educational Leadership: ELNE Calls for Proposals 26/27 Are Now Open!

23.09.2026

Shaping the Future of Educational Leadership: ELNE Calls for Proposals 26/27 Are Now Open!

European Colloquium: "Grandparents as Carriers of European Memory"

23.09.2026

European Colloquium: "Grandparents as Carriers of European Memory"

Join Outdoor Classroom Day – 5 November 2026

23.09.2026

Join Outdoor Classroom Day – 5 November 2026

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Valuing School Principals School principals play a

Valuing School Principals
School principals play a vital role in creating supportive school environments, empowering teachers and improving education outcomes. But how can education systems better recognise and support their work?Join the @the_oecd - OCDE webinar drawing on findings from TALIS 2024 to explore what makes school principals valued by teachers and how education systems can better support school leaders.
📅 Date: 26 October 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 CET
🔗 Register here:
https://meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2kOue2FsTymmXEzCj3BljA#/registrationAndreas Schleicher and a panel of experts will share insights into the importance of school leadership and the support principals need to succeed.📣 Share with your network and join the conversation on strengthening school leadership!#EducationPolicy#EPA#VoiceofEUParents#SchoolLeadership#SchoolPrincipals #Teachers#OECD#TALIS

Thank You for Joining the @codeweekeu Week 2026 La

Thank You for Joining the @codeweekeu Week 2026 Launch Event!A big thank you to @jaeurope Europe, the consortium and everyone who participated in last week’s EU Code Week 2026 Launch Event!We had an engaging and inspiring opening session, and we are grateful to everyone who continues to support EU Code Week by sharing the initiative with their networks.Help us spread the word!
🎥 Missed the Launch Event? Watch the recording on our EU Code Week YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Npu2VLqKiZIExplore the resources: https://codeweek.eu/educational-resourcesThank you for being part of the EU Code Week community.#EUCodeWeek #DigitalSkills #DigitalEducation #Innovation #Coding #EPA #EuroParents

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

International Day for the Eradication of PovertyEvery child and family deserves a safe, secure and dignified place to call home.Housing insecurity affects children’s well-being, mental health, educational opportunities and sense of belonging.The European Parents’ Association (EPA) calls for safe and affordable housing, meaningful family participation in policymaking, and inclusive communities where every family can thrive.Safe homes. Stronger families. A more inclusive and peaceful society.🔗 Learn more: https://www.un.org/en/observances/day-for-eradicating-poverty👉 Want to know more about strengthening the voice of parents across Europe?
🔗 Learn more: https://europarents.eu/#EPA #EuroParents #EndPoverty #SafeHomesForAll #HumanRights #FamilyWellbeing #SocialInclusion #UnitedForPeace

🌍 The Future Is Now: Connecting Digital Innovation

🌍 The Future Is Now: Connecting Digital Innovation, Education and Families
💡 Yesterday, CodeWeek: The Future Is Now took place in Brussels, bringing together stakeholders from education, technology and industry to discuss Europe’s digital future.
The discussions highlighted the importance of stronger collaboration across sectors, while also reinforcing the role of parents and children in the digital transition. Building digital skills is not just about technology. It is about ensuring that children are equipped to navigate the digital world and that parents are recognised as key partners in their learning and development.👏 Thank you to DIGITAL EUROPE for hosting this event and creating space for these important discussions.At the European Parents’ Association (EPA), we believe families must remain part of the conversation as we shape a more inclusive and child-centred digital future. 🤝Explore the resources: https://codeweek.eu/educational-resources🤝 Code4Europe partners and stakeholders:
JA Europe European, Alliance to Save Energy Schuman Associates, CityLab @alldigitaleu, Digital EUROPE, LIKTA @euparents Ministry of Innovation and Digital Transformation Bulgaria, Junior Achievement Bulgaria, Junior Achievement Türkiye, Junior Achievement España, @junior_achievement_ukraine, European Centre for Women and Technology, WIDE, @eskillsmalta, Koalicja na rzecz, Polskich Innowacji Digitalna koalicia Fondazione, LINKS @officina_futuro#EUCodeWeek #DigitalEducation #DigitalSkills #EPA#VoiceofEUParents#FutureTalent

🧠 Beyond the ICD & Textbooks: Lived Experience in

🧠 Beyond the ICD & Textbooks: Lived Experience in Neurodiversity
How can we better understand neurodiversity by listening to those who experience it every day?
Today, 13 October, join EFPSA’s online webinar bringing together experts and people with lived experience to discuss neurodiversity in universities, diagnostic challenges and the importance of neurodiversity-affirming care.
🕡 18:30–20:00 CET
The webinar will feature contributions from experts, followed by a discussion where speakers can answer questions from participants.🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/EAGzOqgaTWeYrEi8OWFQbQWith contributions from EFPSA, EFPA, The Psychological Society of Ireland, Autism-Europe and ADHD Europe, featuring Emma Wood, Isabelle Blum, Dr Sarah Cassidy, Dr Ruth Melia, Ella Joyce and Kate Lindley, PhD.#ADHDAwarenessMonth #ADHD #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth #LivedExperience#VoiceofEUParents#EPA

💜 International Day of the Girl Child | 11 October

💜 International Day of the Girl Child | 11 OctoberStand with girls. Champion their rights. Empower their futures.The European Parents’ Association (EPA) calls for equal access to education, protection from violence and opportunities for every girl to learn, lead, and thrive.🌍 Every girl deserves the freedom to choose her future.🔗 Learn more: https://www.un.org/en/observances/girl-child-day
👉 Want to know more about strengthening the voice of parents across Europe?
🔗 Learn more: https://europarents.eu/#DayOfTheGirl #GirlsRights #VoiceOfParents#EPA #EuroParents

👩‍🌍 Happy World Teachers’ Day! | 5 October Today,

👩‍🌍 Happy World Teachers’ Day! | 5 OctoberToday, we celebrate teachers worldwide and their vital role in transforming education, inspiring learners and shaping our future.
But strong education systems also depend on families being heard. 🇪🇺 Strengthening the voice of parents across Europe means ensuring that parents can actively contribute to education, family policies and decisions that affect children and communities.💙 Thank you to all teachers for making a difference every day!
🔗 Learn more: https://www.unesco.org/en/days/teachers
👉 Want to know more about strengthening the voice of parents across Europe?
🔗 Learn more: https://europarents.eu/blog/#WorldTeachersDay #UNESCO #VoiceOfParents#ParentEngagement #InclusiveEducation #EPA #EuroParents See less

⏳ Days Left To Regıster for “CodeWeek: The Future

⏳ Days Left To Regıster for “CodeWeek: The Future is Now”!
📅 14 October 2026
🕘 09:00-18:30
📍 BrusselsOn 14 October, we are bringing together education, industry and community stakeholders in Brussels to explore how collaboration can help build stronger pathways for digital skills across Europe.
What’s on the agenda?🧩 Project results & success stories
Discover key achievements and lessons learned from the CodeWeek project.
🛠️ Practical tools & resources
Explore the CSR Toolkit and Matchmaking Platform supporting education and industry collaboration.
🔗 Connections & collaboration
Exchange experiences, meet other stakeholders and discover opportunities for future cooperation.🚀 The digital skills of tomorrow
Explore how stronger partnerships can create more opportunities for learners and support the next generation of digital talent.
🎟️ Do not mıss out, only 6 days left to register!👉 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Gzc3zpCChZWe look forward to bringing the CodeWeek community together in Brussels!
🤝 Together with our @codeweekeu partners:
@jaeurope , @coderdojobelgium @profil_klett , Digitale Wolven, @matrix_internet, eSkills Malta Foundation, LIKTA , JA Ukraine, CityLab STEM Labs, ECWT, @euractiv, Officina Futuro, Charlie Miller Group, CyRIC, Uni Systems, Science on Stage Germany, EPA - European Parents' AssociationAnd with the support of organisations helping shape Europe’s digital future:
@google , @amazon.belgium , @lego , @apple , SAP, @vodafone European Commission, @hp#Code4Europe #EUCodeWeek #DigitalSkills #FutureSkills #DigitalEducation #Education #Industry #Brussels#EPA#VoiceofEUParents

On 29 and 30 September, the European Parents' Asso

On 29 and 30 September, the European Parents' Association took part in the EU Parliamentary Democracy Forum at the European Parliament, bringing together members of the European Parliament, national parliaments and civil society to discuss how to protect and strengthen democracy in Europe.A clear message ran through the two days: Europe has many democratic commitments on paper, and the challenge now is making them work in practice. The discussion on the EU Strategy for Civil Society highlighted what that means for organisations like ours: civil society must be treated as a partner, involved early rather than consulted once decisions are made, with funding that protects its independence. Speakers stressed that smaller, grassroots and volunteer based organisations must be heard alongside the largest ones, and that the planned Civil Society Platform should give them a real role.The session on parliamentary oversight then turned to what happens after legislation is adopted. Participants identified stronger follow up on implementation and greater transparency as top priorities, with examples ranging from petitions to public hearings that give citizens a direct voice.Building on this, EPA's Education Policy and Research Officer took the floor to raise a concrete case: AI in education, a high risk area under the AI Act. AI tools are already entering classrooms, and parents are often the first to see how they are used, yet have no structured channel into oversight. EPA asked how parents' organisations could be structurally involved in monitoring the implementation of the AI Act in education.The question was warmly received. Majolein Moorman Deputy Speaker of the Dutch House of Representatives, said it went to the heart of the discussion. Brando Benifei MEP, Co-Chair of the Working Group on the Implementation and Enforcement of the AI Act, linked it to upcoming EU work on protecting children from addictive design and algorithmic manipulation, and noted that national authorities will supervise high risk AI in education from the end of 2027.#EUDemocracy#CivilSociety#AIAct#Education#VoiceofEUParents

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