The Eurovision Song Contest and the Power of Utopia Dossier The ESC, one of the biggest media events in Europe, has always been political. This dossier examines this dazzling parallel universe of equal rights for all, which at the same time holds up a mirror to Europe.
A view from the outside: How does the world view the EU? Contributions from experts from five countries The European elections are not only relevant to EU citizens. Other countries around the world are also watching with great interest to see what happens in June of this year. Five experts from Argentina, India, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and the US present their view of the EU and their recommendations.
Questioning narratives: Looking for the people behind them The Report Young Europeans undergo a year of training in campaigning. Their guiding question in this project: How to dismantle widespread racist attitudes prevalent in Europe? By Susanne Lang
My first time In Pictures In 2024, some EU countries will also allow minors to vote in the European elections. Six statements from under-18s and adult first-time voters from six countries show: The EU must do more to reach young people. By Christina Focken and Lucie Louxor
Protecting refugees in Europe: Weakened today, hollowed out tomorrow? Background The objective of reforming the Common European Asylum System (CEAS) is to control what is called irregular migration. In particular, expanding the number of countries that are considered “safe third countries” and border procedures such as the “fiction of non-entry” are a threat to fundamental asylum rights. By Neda Noraie-Kia
«Make empathy great again!» Interview A conversation with the Polish director Agnieszka Holland about the campaign against her film "Green Border," which deals with pushbacks at the Polish-Belarusian border, as well as about courage and empathy and why both give her a little hope.