Dear AEGEEans! Here is the bi-weekly newsletter of AEGEE-Europe, full of
news, opportunities and AEGEE Spirit!
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*OPEN CALLS*
<https://my.aegee.eu/statutory/strategic-planning-meeting-2019>

*STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING 2019*

this year we will decide on our new Strategic Plan!

It will cover the thematic and organizational strategy for the next three
years (2020-2023). This is a very important step for AEGEE! Because of thatwe
want to gather as much input as possible from YOU - the members of our
organization. You can contribute to the new Strategic Plan by filling in this
survey <https://forms.gle/EyjXVQcjcNmVSKx49>
The results will be taken into consideration for the drafting during the
Strategic Planning Meeting in Köln this June.

Thank you very much for your participation!
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*EYA Contest 2019 *
*#APPLYNOW here
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Calling for purpose-driven innovators who want to make a difference: You
will shape the future!
As digitalization transforms society at breathtakingspeed, the European
Youth Award searches for the most promising digital solutions with a
positive impact!
Submit your digital project to the Europe-wide #EYA contest to win an
invitation to the three-day winners event in Graz, Austria!
15 EYA winning projects get:
✔mentoring from business leaders,
✔access to a European community of successful change makers and
✔promotion in the media!
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHZ_bDpITsasZx_0nWRFJbHEXRCjXXFA3JYLnzs8mLJ7VP0Q/viewform>

*Jobshadowers wanted!*

Once again, the Chair Team of AEGEE-Europe is launching an open call for
Jobshadowers! Do you want to help us during the Agora preparation and be a
part of our activities and projects? Then do not hesitate and apply here
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHZ_bDpITsasZx_0nWRFJbHEXRCjXXFA3JYLnzs8mLJ7VP0Q/viewform>
until
the 9th of June, 23:59CEST. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to
contact us at [log in to unmask]

*Essay contets “Creating a Society Full of Kindness”*
Young people from around the world are invited to enter the 2019
International Essay Contest for Young People organized by the Goi Peace
Foundation.

The theme for this year's contest is: *"CREATING A SOCIETY FULL OF
KINDNESS."* As 20th anniversary special edition, this year’s contest
involves action in addition to writing.

*The deadline for entry is June 15, 2019.*

Prize winners will receive a cash award and will be invited to Japan for
the award ceremony. Please see the complete guidelines below or here
<https://www.goipeace.or.jp/en/work/essay-contest>.

We look forward to the participation of many young people in your
communities!

May Peace Prevail on Earth

The Goi Peace Foundation
<https://www.facebook.com/events/2294290084186696/>
*AEGEE-Tarthoven invites you to time travel!*

*WHERE*: In Estonia and in the Netherlands (and Belgium and Latvia)
*WHEN*: July 8-24
*COST*: 299 €
*HOW MANY*: we have a few places left!
*TOPICS*: history, politics, time-traveling
*MORE INFO* here <https://www.facebook.com/events/2294290084186696/>

Twin antennae AEGEE-Tartu and AEGEE-Eindhoven join forces to bring to you
the true summer adventure of the two flattest lands in Europe! In
cooperation with the* "My Europe, My Say!"*project of AEGEE-Europe we will
unite an exciting traveling SU with an eye-opening summer training.
*AEGEE NEWS*
*Guidelines for Organizing Workshops with High School Students*
Would you like to bring some AEGEE spirit into the high schools? The CEWG
just published 2 Booklets to help you to organize activities with high
school students! Check the Guidelines
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dsSnkomBiA4wRC0i9HqoutTXkX2X5TfS/view> for
practical advice, tips and tricks that might be useful when planning and
organizing such events in high schools or outside of high schools, and the
Workshop
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y8OAsaWy3PnakCFMjsVxPUruZCdUYS1u/view>
Booklet
for workshops you can use for these activities!
<https://www.nowthecitizens.eu/sign-the-petition>
*Sign the petition for a truly democratic Europe!*

On 23-26 May, the European elections take place. But elections are not
enough to ensure democracy. Too often, important decisions in the EU are
taken behind closed doors. Corporate lobbyists and special interests have
too much power. We want the citizens to get the first and last say over the
future of Europe! Sign here
<https://www.nowthecitizens.eu/sign-the-petition>!
<https://www.zeus.aegee.org/portal/world-environmental-day/>
*Together we can #BeatAirPollution! - Worlds Environmental Day 2019 *

The World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging
worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. This year’s
topic is *“Air pollution”*. The *Society and Environment and the Civic
Education Working Group* invite you to take action too! Join the Photo Mask
Challenge or share which actions are you taking to *#BeatAirPollution*.
More info on the Mask Challenge here
<https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/get-involved/world-environment-day-mask-challenge>
and
the actions here
<https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/get-involved/practical-guides>.
*#WorldEnvironmentDay #BeatAirPollution #GetCivic #GetSustainable*
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WfpE3_CFmV7CtrLkUoVxsi-7uvN5pHSM/view>
*Civic Education Action Month 2019*
Would you like to strengthen your debating skill or discuss interesting
topics, questions with your local? Check out the Civic Education Action
Month Booklet
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WfpE3_CFmV7CtrLkUoVxsi-7uvN5pHSM/view> 2019
prepared by CEWG and plan your events now! We are looking forward to your
input! After the events feel free to send us an email at [log in to unmask] or
a message on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/cewgaegee/>.
*Get Civic! Get Educated!*
POLICY SPOTLIGHT <http://>
*Equal Rights News*

   - Alabama Abortion Law: a public outrage follows the approval of a
   measure to outlaw almost all abortions by the Alabama Senate. Several other
   american states are following and changing their laws, too. This is an
   severe and unacceptable cut of women’s rights. Read more
   <https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/14/us/abortion-law-alabama.html>.
   - First same-sex marriages in Taiwan: the asian country legalizes
   same-sex marriages. It is a premiere for Asia. Read more
   <https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-48305708>.
   - WHO removes transgender as mental disorder: The member states of the
   World Health Organization have adopted a new edition of the International
   Classification of Diseases, in which “gender incongruence” is not listed as
   mental disorder anymore. Read more
   <https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20190526_10/?fbclid=IwAR0-1EzJ4dtfGsK6U2H4w7CcIOoTW_6K_2tdlwg-N7SSkdqre0YMjQnKS4A>
   .

*Youth Development News*

   - The WHO classified a burn-out as occupational phenomenon, which means
   it is not classified as illness or health condition. More information and
   the definition can be found here
   <https://www.who.int/mental_health/evidence/burn-out/en/>.
   - New research shows that Erasmus+ students are more successful in their
   personal and professional lives. E+ also helps young people to find their
   desired job quicker. The full press release can be found here
   <http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-19-2548_en.htm> and the full
   study can be found here
   <https://publications.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/94d97f5c-7ae2-11e9-9f05-01aa75ed71a1/language-en>
   .
   - The Council of the EU talked about young people and the future of
   work. They talked about insecurity, social protection and working
   conditions. The Council of the EU also gave advices to Member States and
   the European Commission. The draft Council conclusions can be found here
   <https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-8754-2019-INIT/en/pdf>.

PARTNERSHIPS <http://>
*Curve* is an *all your cards in one digital wallet *where for the first
time you can *combine all your cards into one*. Use the* code AEGEE* to
receive a *free £5 just for signing up*. Curve provides many benefits from
better budgeting, high rewards and offering *0% fees on foreign
transactions* - the perfect tool for *students*. This is especially handy
for* international students and ones studying for a year abroad* where you
can now access home bank accounts abroad and avoid high fees. You no longer
have to wait days to open a bank account to spend your money, just *add
your home card to your Curve app* and enjoy foreign *free spending*. With
the *Curve Black and Metal cards*, you will also receive *worldwide travel
and gadget insurance all through Curve provided by AXA insurance*. You can
choose from a list of over 50 retailers including Amazon, Uber, Gett,
Booking.com, H&M, Lidl, TFL, Deliveroo and more to receive an instant 1%
cashback every time you spend and your cashback is available to spend
immediately. *You can support AEGEE by using our official Curve code AEGEE
to receive a free £5 when signing up*. To get the free £5 you will
need to *activate
and use your Curve card once*.
Student.com is the world's largest marketplace for student accommodation
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and
book accommodation with them through that link to get a special discount!

AEGEE / European Students' Forum
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has
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a&o
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like-minded people as part of AEGEE’s membership, with a 10% discount on
all our locations, including Europe’s top cities Amsterdam, Berlin &
Venice. Contact us to get your discount code at [log in to unmask]
Are you a group bigger than 9 persons from AEGEE? Tell them that you are
part of our organization and you will get great discounts!


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We would like to introduce you to *the newest partner* of AEGEE-Europe:
*Booking.com* <http://booking.com/>!

We've partnered up with Booking.com <http://booking.com/> to offer AEGEEans
an automatic Genius update when booking short-term accommodation (hotel,
hostels and private housing as well)! *The Genius status grants you 10%
discount* in all the "Genius" marked locations in Booking.com, and also
some other perks ranging from *a free snack or cocktail on arrival, to free
shuttles to the airport.*
Simply go to the link
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and
sign up with your @aegee.org email. Don’t have one? Follow the instructions
under "Booking.com" in www.aegee.org/discounts to get an @aegee.org email
address!
<https://getcatchbox.com/what-is-catchbox/>

*Catchbox — The World’s First Throwable Microphone* provided AEGEE-Europe
with 4 catchboxes! AEGEE-Europe already successfully tested them out in
European Planning Meeting in Yerevan and Smart Cities Conference in
Thessaloniki. Catchbox is great to efficiently interact with your audience,
by throwing the microphones. If you would like to lend one for your
conference/big event, contact [log in to unmask] asking with at least 1
month in advance!

Dear AEGEEans,

AEGEE-Europe has signed a partnership with Sharing Academy, the first
platform of peer-tutoring between university students from Spain.

Sharing Academy is the new resource that can be useful for your studies:
peer-tutoring from your colleagues from higher levels that can help you to
understand everything and to improve your marks.

Find your ideal teacher
<https://sharingacademy.com/es/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=aegee&utm_campaign=captacion_alumnos>


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