As part of the Human Forum 2024, the BRRIDGE consortium convened for a strategic meeting in Banská Bystrica to discuss key project tasks, including the organization of the final conference for the BRRIDGE Horizon Europe project and planning for the Human Forum 2025. The meeting brought together leading academics and project coordinators from across Europe, fostering dialogue on collaborative goals and next steps.
Participants and Key Discussions
The meeting included representatives from all major BRRIDGE partner institutions, highlighting the collaborative nature of the project:
- European University Institute (EUI): Prof. Erik Jones, Joanna Wielgo, and Dr. Maria Žuffová
- Galway University: Dr. Maëlle Noir
- Central European University (CEU): Dr. Felix Butzlaff
- Matej Bel University (UMB): Dr. Kamila Borseková, Dr. Jozef Mintal, Dr. Martina Šinkovičová and Dr. Robert Vancel
Agenda Highlights:
- Final Conference for the BRRIDGE Project:
- Discussions centered on themes, venue options, and logistical preparations for the closing conference in late 2025.
- The conference aims to showcase project outcomes, including advancements in democracy research, governance, and civil society engagement.
- Human Forum 2025 Planning:
- Building on the success of Human Forum 2024, participants brainstormed themes and session ideas for the 2025 edition, ensuring alignment with BRRIDGE objectives.
- Project-Related Tasks:
- Updates on ongoing deliverables, including research outputs, dissemination strategies, and publication plans.
- Coordination of upcoming collaborative publications and workshops.
Looking Forward
The meeting underscored the consortium’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and democratic resilience. By leveraging the expertise of partners from institutions across Europe, BRRIDGE continues to make strides in achieving its mission of strengthening governance and civil society.
