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Dear AEGEEans, it's a pleasure to introduce you to *AEGEE Discounts: the
platform for discounts for AEGEEans!*

Did you forget the link to the FlixBus discounts? You want
to ship something but don't know the discount code for Eurosender? Just go
to MyAEGEE <https://my.aegee.eu/discounts/> and enjoy all the discounts
that are for AEGEEans!
OPEN CALLS
*Open Call for Interest Group Moderators and Core Team Members!*


We are pleased to inform you that Open Call for IGs moderators and
core-team members is started!

What is Interest Group?
An Interest Group is a group of AEGEE members, who share a common interest.
An Interest Group creates discussions inside AEGEE and may initiate, carry
out and support events, projects, positions or other activities

LGBT+ Interest Group, apply here
<http://%20https//forms.gle/i9fvdsTkdvAgSa5LA>
Culture Interest Group, apply here <https://forms.gle/Y9JGCSbZV5aHJsmRA>
Education Interest Group, apply here <https://forms.gle/Y9JGCSbZV5aHJsmRA>
Gender Equality Interest Group, apply here
<https://forms.gle/cGTwqUcKhx9TTUxQ6>
Human Rights and Migration Interest Group, apply here
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScX-KwPNNq7mICV0sAOVz6RnLyL0vztU0gp2P6tUo64lTrKDg/viewform?usp=sf_link>
Language Interest Group, Apply here <https://forms.gle/AZG2QTqa6fDHKg2b7>

*Open Call for Safe Person Committee!*


*What is the Safe Person Committee?*
The Safe Person Committee is a new committee dedicated to prevent, detect,
and react to sexual harassment in AEGEE. It aims to let AEGEE be a safe
space for all its members and tackle sexual harassment in any form.

*What does the Safe Person Committee do?*
As a member of the Safe Person Committee, you will work on bringing Safe
Person platform to the network. You will educate and raise awareness in the
network on the necessity and knowledge of tackling sexual harassment.

*How to join?*
Fill in the application form <https://forms.gle/zsDDhuyRDoT7e6Jg6> until
9th of September, 23.59CEST
*Open Call for Fundraising Committee*


AEGEE-Europe’s newly created Fundraising Committee is looking for its first
generation of members!

*What does the Fundraising Committee do?*
As a member of the FRC, you will support AEGEE-Europe to find new partners
and improve relationships, monitor grant requests, involve in steps of
project writing, and assist locals with these aspects.

*How to join?*
Fill in the application form <https://forms.gle/ik5pMUHQrSCMEFwR9> until
9th of September, 23.59CEST
*Open Call for MHWG Member!*



This is a fresh new opportunity for you!!

If you think that we need to:

   - Increase the knowledge and awareness regarding mental health
   - Build support networks and safe spaces to openly talk about this topic
   - Actively work on policy and advocacy to make our voices heard in this
   matter


Don’t think it twice and apply to be a member of the Mental Health Working
Group!

*You have until the 09/09 at 23:59 CEST to apply via this link
<http://%20https//forms.gle/PWVwUAydeMaduRKaA>*!
For any question, you can contact us in [log in to unmask]
*Open Call for WorkShops and Progress Meetings!*



We are happy to announce the open call for Workshops and Progress meetings
of the Autumn Agora 2020!

You can submit your content via this link
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesSSp_4ptOn5ThM9CF6xKTbhJpez8Ha8bz6WOkrchlfHMAvA/viewform>*
until
the 13th of September at 23:59 CEST.*

If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact the Chair team at
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*Open Call for Developer Team!*


Join the team of developing new Strategy Module of MyAEGEE!


The Strategy Module aims at bringing all Strategic processes of AEGEE
closer to the Network. It will become the centerpiece for accessing
strategy-related information, reports, measurements, ways to get involved
and much more!


Apply here <https://forms.gle/1gVbonmnJpiKo7BP8> *before the 14th of
September* and become the next designer or developer of the Strategy Module!
AEGEE NEWS
*Start of the New Strategic Cycle in AEGEE!*


On 1st of August, we welcomed the start of the new Strategic Cycle in AEGEE
- with the start of the Strategic Plan 2020/2023 and Action Agenda
2020/2021.

Are you curious about how you and your local can benefit from these
documents?

Don't wait any longer - find the Strategic Plan and Action Agenda here.

For any questions on how to contribute, you can contact [log in to unmask]
*The New Mediation Commission!*


We are happy to present to you the new composition of the Mediation
Commission!

Next to the Mediation Commissioners who remained unchanged, we would like
to introduce our new CD and JC responsible!

If you need any help with solving conflicts in your team or are interested
in becoming a part of our Commission, don’t hesitate to contact us at
[log in to unmask]*!*
*Europe on Track 8 is Ready to Rock!*


Our media channels are on fire! Oh, and our NEW TOPIC will be announced
very soon!

Train facts, EoT history, news, and many more.

Follow them via @EuropeOnTrack or www.europeontrack.org and don't miss
anything!
*CD Decisions August 2020!*


We are happy to present the decisions taken by the Comité Directeur in the
month of August.

You can reach them via this link. <http://bit.ly/CDd-August>

Do not hesitate to let us know about your feedback at the form in the
booklet or via email at [log in to unmask]
POLICY SPOTLIGHT



   - The European Union will most likely fail to implement a binding
   emission standard for the potent greenhouse gas methane, even though
   voluntary monitoring and reporting have not proven successful so far. Read
   more here
   <https://www.euractiv.com/section/energy/news/draft-eu-methane-strategy-shies-away-from-binding-emissions-standards/>
   .

   - The European Union considers establishing a quota for sustainable fuel
   in the aviation sector. Moreover, they have acknowledged the lack of a
   kerosene tax. Read more here
   <https://www.euractiv.com/section/transport/news/eu-eyes-sustainable-fuel-quotas-to-tackle-aviation-emissions/>
   .

   - Member States have started to increase their efforts in the
   (re)establishment of night trains throughout Europe, which ties in nicely
   with the ‘Year of the Rail’ in 2021. Read more here
   <http://%20https//www.euractiv.com/section/railways/news/swedens-night-train-to-brussels-to-debut-in-2022/>
   .

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