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ΙΙΙ Foley’s School Model European Council 2026: Securing Europe's Future

On Friday 27th and Saturday 28th February, Foley’s School proudly hosted the III Foley's School Model European Council (FSMEC 2026), bringing together talented young delegates from Falcon, Heritage, Kykkos B' Lyceum, Laniteion Lyceum, Pascal Limassol, Pascal Nicosia, the Third Belgrade Gymnasium in Serbia and Foley's School.

This year’s theme, "Securing Europe's Future: Resilience, Responsibility and Rights in the Face of Climate Change and Digital Challenges," challenged participants to engage in high-level debates on food security, agritech, artificial intelligence governance, press freedom and democratic values.

💡 Inspiring Guest Speakers:

The conference was honoured to welcome:

🔹 H.E. Dr Andreas Mavroyiannis, Ambassador (ad hon) and Member of the International Law Commission
🔹 Mr Costas Mavrides, Member of the European Parliament
🔹 Dr Nicholas Ioannides, Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection

🎤 The debates were intense, and our delegates demonstrated exceptional critical thinking, diplomacy and leadership. Their enthusiasm and dedication underscored the importance of active citizenship in shaping the future of Europe.

🏆 Awards & Recognitions 🏆

Council 1:
🏅 Best Delegate – Delegate of Greece (Heritage)
🎖️ Honourable Mention – Delegate of Romania (Heritage)
📜 Best Position Paper - Delegate of Portugal (Third Belgrade Gymnasium)

Council 2:
🏅 Best Delegate – Delegate of Belgium (Pascal Limassol)
🎖️ Honourable Mention – Delegate of Denmark (Margarita Teklou - Foley’s School)
📜Best Position Paper– Delegate of Germany (Semeli Charitou - Foley's School)

🏆 Best Spokesperson Award was awarded to the Delegate of Belgium from Pascal Limassol, as decided by the House.

A huge congratulations to all participants for their commitment to diplomacy and European values!

📸 Stay tuned for more highlights and photos from this inspiring event!

Something exciting is on air at Foley’s School!

Our latest Foley’s Radio Podcast episode is specially dedicated to the upcoming III Foley’s School Model European Council (FSMEC 2026)

Presidents and Commissioners came together for a heartfelt and inspiring discussion about:

a. how the idea of the Model European Council was born
b. how it has grown and evolved through the years
c. what makes it different from other political debate simulations
d. its strong international character
e. the schools and countries involved
f. why it matters now more than ever

This year’s conference is especially meaningful as Cyprus holds the European Council Presidency, making our delegates’ engagement with European dialogue even more relevant and timely.

From diplomacy and leadership to teamwork and active citizenship, this episode captures the spirit, passion and purpose behind FSMEC.

🎧 Tune in, get inspired and discover how our pupils are becoming tomorrow’s decision-makers.

https://www.mixcloud.com/Foley_Schools/foleys-school-radio-show-episode-13-foleys-school-model-european-council-team/

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