EUCIS-LLL organises public hearings on transversal issues such as the access to lifelong learning or learning mobility. These public hearings are a tool to exchange good practices coming from the various sectors represented in the platform. The goal is to see how a same problematic is tackled in a University, in an association or in a training centre, by the parents, the teachers, the school heads, etc. This lifelong learning approach is central.

Such public hearings also enable the members to discuss with representatives of the European institutions in order to confront their realities to the policies implemented at national or European levels. They represent a unique opportunity for our members to push forward some proposals and to discuss openly with public authorities representatives.

Upcoming event

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EUCIS-LLL Public Hearing on Social Innovation in LLL

6 March 2012 - Brussels

Today little is known about social innovation compared to the vast amount of research into innovation in business and science. EUCIS-LLL understands social innovation as changes in ideas, practices and institutions that aim to resolve existing social, cultural, economic and environmental challenges for the general interest. We talk about “social” innovation because society is at the core of the analysis. In education and training, it covers a wide range of models from childcare to web-based learning, second-chance schools, to the delivery of learning in prisons or in hospitals. Social innovation supports greater inclusion and equity in our education and training systems and in our societies.

This seminar aims to give an insight on social innovation dynamics that are generally bottom-up and on how to create a favourable environment in Europe to stimulate innovation in teaching and learning.

Agenda

Where?

EESC Building - Bâtiment Van Maerlant - Room VM 3 (2nd floor)

2 rue Van Maerlant, 1040 Bruxelles

When?

6 March - 9:15-12:30

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Past public hearings

	Recognition and validation of learning in Europe: from rethoric to reality 12 December 2011 - Brussels This Seminar aims at discussing recognition and validation of non-formal and informal learning in the view of the upcoming Commission’s Recommendation on this topic, which should be launched at the beggining of 2012. It will include a presentation of the mentioned initiative by the European Commission, a presentation of the European Inventory on validation of non-formal and informal learning and three cases studies from EUCIS-LLL members, followed by an open discussion with the participants. Programme DG EAC Presentation GHK Presentation PRIME Presentation OBSERVAL Presentation APIS Presentation

	Presentation seminar on the European Institute on Lifelong Learning 9 November 2011 - Brussels EUCIS-LLL launched a feasibility study on the setting up of a European Lifelong Learning Institute in 2010. During this seminar, EUCIS-LLL will present its idea of setting up a Lifelong Learning Institute at European level on the basis of the study but also of the discussions that took place within its constituency in 2010-2011. The aim is to share our views with other stakeholders – public authorities, research institutes, civil society organizations and social partners – to exchange on the added value of this Institute for their organisations at European, national and local level. Programme Presentation brochure on the EILL EILL Feasibility study, Antonio Mocci, independent researcher

	Impact and added value of transnational mobility schemes to develop personal, social and civic competences 17 March 2011 - Brussels This event was organised during the Lifelong Learning Week and was organised in partnership with the European Economic and Social Committee. Download the minutes and have a look at the pictures of the event.

	Recognising the role of volunteers and volunteering for social cohesion and active citizenship 30 November 2010 - Brussels On 30 November 2010 EUCIS-LLL co-organised a public hearing on «Recognising the role of volunteers and volunteering for social cohesion and active citizenship» in partnership with the European Civic Forum and Volonteurope at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels. Download the minutes and have a look at the pictures of the event.

	Lifelong learning, a key to achieve European active citizenship? 22 September 2009 - Brussels EUCIS-LLL, in partnership with the European Economic and Social Committee, held a public hearing on “Lifelong learning, a key to achieve European active citizenship?” on 22 September 2009 in Brussels. Download the minutes

	Access, equity and diversity in lifelong learning: how to successfully integrate populations of migrant backgrounds in Europe? 18 December 2008 - Brussels EUCIS-LLL organised a public hearing on "Access, equity and diversity in lifelong learning: how to successfully integrate populations of migrant backgrounds in Europe" on 18th December 2008, in Brussels. Download the minutes

	Access to lifelong learning for disabled people 1 July 2008 - Brussels The participants shared their experiences and knowledge about how to better integrate disabled people into mainstream education and training systems in Europe. Were notably outlined the fact that there are no common indicators at European level, the absence of a European political coordination notably in the field of lifelong learning and the need to change our global approach in terms of access, mobility... Download the minutes FR / EN

	Adult education: what perspectives for lifelong learning in Europe? 5 October 2007 EUCIS-LLL organised, in partnership with the European Economic and Social Committee, a public hearing on adult education in a global LLL perspective. Mrs. Marta Ferreira Lourenço, head of unit at the European Commission was invited to present and discuss the Commission's communication "Adult Education: it is never too late to learn" as well as the newly adopted Action Plan on adult education.

	European education systems confronted with the challenges of the 21st century 5 July 2007 - Brussels The participants exchanged their experiences and knowledge on the "realities" of schools in Europe. They explored issues such as intercultural dialogue, migrations, ICT, mobility, equal opportunities, demographic changes or the evaluation and management of schools.

	Opportunity of ECVET for the mobility and the recognition of learning outcomes acquired from formal, non formal and informal contexts 10 January 2007 - Brussels EUCIS organised a public hearing on "Opportunity of a European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET) for the mobility and the recognition of learning outcomes acquired from formal, non formal and informal contexts for citizens » in partnership with the European Economic and Social Committee, on 10th January 2007 in Brussels. Download the minutes: EN / FR