European Association for the Education of Adults - EAEA

🆕EAEA’s Manifesto for Adult Learning in the 21st Century highlights the crucial role adult learning plays in people’s lives and society.

🤝Thanks to our colleagues from the DVV International in Bosnia and Herzegovina, we now have the Manifesto in BCMS (Bosnian, Croatian, Montenegrin and Serbian)! You can find it on our website page in the related field.

❓If you would like to translate the Manifesto too, please get in touch with EAEA's Communication, Capacity-Building and Membership Officer Marina Sakač Hadžić

EAEA Manifesto for Adult Learning in the 21st Century: The Power and Joy of Learning The Joy of Learning Manifesto 2024 presents nine current European challenges, which adult learning helps to solve.

Looking to build your knowledge of Adult Learning and Education?

Registrations for ABC of ALE 2026 are open!

Whether you're a trainer, educator, project officer, policy professional, or have recently joined the ALE sector, this introductory training is designed to strengthen your understanding of adult learning and education.

💡 You'll discover:
✔️ The principles of non-formal adult learning
✔️ Holistic perspectives on ALE
✔️ Practical examples from the field

The training is open to professionals with up to 5 years of experience and is organised by EAEA together with Crescendo CVO Mechelen, an ALE centre based in Flanders and a member of Gemeenschapsonderwijs GO!

🔗 Learn more and register: https://eaea.org/our-work/capacity-building/eaea-study-visit/abc-of-ale/

ABC of ALE: Introductory training on adult learning and education - European Association for the Education of Adults Join EAEA in Brussels for a four-day introductory training on adult learning and education and learn about the key principles of ALE.

Join EAEA at the on 14 October in Brussels where you can attend the workshop: 'Rethinking Care Careers: Gender, Skills and Wellbeing for Stronger Regions'. Code: 14WS263859

➡️Register here: https://eu-regions-week.europa.eu/programme/current-edition/62236

Hear from our talented panel:
🎤 Gina Ebner, EAEA
🎤Dr. Arja Flinkman, Director, South Savo Regional Council
🎤Violaine Roggeri, Officer, European Agency for Safety and Health at Work European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA)
🎤 Paolo Nardi, Director, European forum of Technical and Vocational Education and Training
🎤Zoé Dedobbeleer, Centre-Val de Loire Region

& join the discussion on the future of gender, skills & wellbeing!

Organised as part of the Gender Equality TaskForce for lifelong learning, in joint cooperation with EARLALL - European Association of Regional & Local Authorities for Lifelong Learning and EfVET.

Kick-start your journey in Adult Learning and Education!

ABC of ALE 2026 edition is now accepting registrations.

If you're new to the adult learning and education sector (up to 5 years of experience), this training is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of ALE and connect theory with real-world practice.

🎓 Participants will explore:
🌱 Non-formal adult learning and education
🌍 Holistic approaches to ALE
🤝 Practical perspectives from experienced professionals

Delivered by EAEA experts in partnership with Crescendo CVO Mechelen, an ALE centre in Flanders and a member of Gemeenschapsonderwijs GO!, the programme is designed to support professionals at the beginning of their careers.

🔗 Read more about the programme and register here: https://eaea.org/our-work/capacity-building/eaea-study-visit/abc-of-ale/

ABC of ALE: Introductory training on adult learning and education - European Association for the Education of Adults Join EAEA in Brussels for a four-day introductory training on adult learning and education and learn about the key principles of ALE.

Across Europe, innovative approaches to digital education are making a real difference for learners, educators, and institutions.

The new publication, Advancing Digital Education for Every Learner – Innovative Practices from the EU, showcases 54 inspiring practices that demonstrate how digital education is evolving across Europe.

The report explores initiatives across three key priorities shaping European education systems:
📱 Digital competences
🏫 The future classroom
💙 Digital well-being

Developed as part of the European , the publication highlights practices that can inspire adaptation and implementation in different educational contexts. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, researcher, or education innovator, this collection offers valuable insights into how digital education is being put into practice across Europe.

📖 Explore the publication here: https://op.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/efa878de-6ea9-11f1-ae88-01aa75ed71a1/language-en

ABC of ALE, EAEA's annual Introductory Training in Adult Learning and Education, returns for its third edition in 2026!

Are you starting your journey in adult learning and education? The ABC of ALE 2026 offers a solid introduction to the field, combining key theoretical concepts with practical insights.

✨ During the training, you'll explore:
➡️ The foundations of non-formal adult learning and education
➡️ Holistic approaches to ALE
➡️ How theory connects with practice across the sector

✅ Open to professionals with up to 5 years of experience in adult learning and education. This year, the programme is delivered by experts from EAEA in partnership with Crescendo CVO Mechelen, an ALE centre in Flanders and a member of Gemeenschapsonderwijs GO!

🔗 Find out more about the programme and register here: https://eaea.org/our-work/capacity-building/eaea-study-visit/abc-of-ale/

ABC of ALE: Introductory training on adult learning and education - European Association for the Education of Adults Join EAEA in Brussels for a four-day introductory training on adult learning and education and learn about the key principles of ALE.

Democracy is not only protected through institutions, it is built through learning, dialogue, and participation.

The Feminist Futures Festival, organised by Sophia, Belgian Gender Studies Network and the CCINDLE Project (https://ccindle.org/), supported by the European Union, brought together researchers, educators, and civil society to explore how we can strengthen democracy, challenge exclusionary narratives, and build more inclusive communities through knowledge sharing and collaboration.

This also reflects EAEA's annual theme on Resilience and Community Building, highlighting the vital role of learning and collaboration in strengthening democracy. A timely reminder that resilient societies are created when we come together to learn from one another.



https://eaea.org/2026/07/06/democracy-and-coalition-building/

Democracy and coalition-building - European Association for the Education of Adults The festival was organised by Sophia and the CCINDLE project - Co-Creating Inclusive Intersectional Democratic Spaces Across Europe.

Europe's future will not be built by cutting investment in people.

As discussions on the next EU long-term budget (MFF) continue, we must remember that education and lifelong learning are not costs — they are strategic investments in Europe's competitiveness, resilience and democracy.

Through the campaign, we're calling for a stronger Erasmus+, a diverse funding ecosystem for adult learning, and an EU budget that puts people at the heart of Europe's future.

Every cut today will cost Europe more tomorrow.

If you want to support the campaign and be part of it, reach out: let's work together towards a fairer Europe!

📢 Call for Participants: Educators in the Digital Era

Today's educators wear two hats: facilitating human-centred learning while also designing meaningful digital learning experiences. Instructional design has never been more visible or more essential - regular AI use among educators currently ranges from just 14% in France to 46% in Malta. To keep pace, the European Commission is updating the European Digital Competence Framework for Educators (DigCompEdu) to reflect developments in AI, blended/hybrid learning, and digital well-being.

🎓 That's why the European is launching its first-ever squad and summer school: "Educators in the Digital Era: from Facilitators to Instructional Designers."

The goals:
🤝 Bring together educators, researchers, and education professionals from across Europe to share practices and innovations in digital education
🔍 Critically examine how emerging technologies are reshaping educators' competences, identities, and professional development needs
🛠️ Co-develop resources, tools, and guidelines that support educators in embracing their dual role as facilitators and instructional designers

📅 Squad: September 2026 – January 2027
📍 Summer school: Porto, 31 August – 1 September
⏰ Deadline: 12 July

✅ Good to know: To participate, you need to be a registered member of the European Digital Education Hub. Registration is free and takes less than 5 minutes: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/EDEH_registration

🔗 Read the full call for participants and apply: https://eceuropaeu.sharepoint.com/:u:/r/teams/GRP-EACext-DigitalEducationHub/SitePages/Call-for-Participants--Educators-in-the-Digital-Era---from-Facilitators-to-Instructional-Designers.aspx?csf=1&web=1&e=Aar2KP

🫶How can communities foster resilience in times of uncertainty?

At the EAEA Annual Conference 2026 in Warsaw, participants from across Europe explored how resilience is built through relationships, communities and supportive systems.

Alicja Gałązka’s inspiring keynote highlighted resilience as a collective process, while the thought-provoking panel discussion explored resilience in contexts of crisis and conflict. Together, they emphasised the importance of social connection, solidarity and adult learning in uncertain times.

Read more about the conference and its key messages in our article ⬇️
https://eaea.org/2026/06/30/eaea-annual-conference-2026-supportive-communities-grow-the-roots-of-resilience/

EAEA Annual Conference 2026: Supportive communities grow the roots of resilience - European Association for the Education of Adults The EAEA Annual Conference 2026 explored resilience as a collective process, highlighting the role of adult learning in strengthening communities in times of uncertainty.