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Europe on the Periphery: Belonging, Culture and the Search for a European Soul Back

Europe on the Periphery: Belonging, Culture and the Search for a European Soul

28 Jan 2025

Europe’s identity extends beyond its institutions—it’s a tapestry woven from shared culture, community, and connection. In Europe on the Periphery: Belonging, Culture, and the Search for a European Soul, Stephanie Bonnici, Public Policy Coordinator at the European Cultural Foundation, explores how her Maltese roots shaped her sense of belonging.

She challenges us to remain vigilant against complacency, champion cultural collaboration, and embrace civic engagement as a cornerstone of a thriving Europe. By seeing one another beyond borders, we reignite Europe’s spirit and protect the freedoms we often take for granted.

Want more insights on Europe’s collective soul?

In the same spirit, 2025 marks a pivotal year for the European Union as it focuses on culture’s role in forging a more inclusive future. On 4 February, 2025, the Cultural Deal for Europe Annual Policy Conversation—Culture: The Compass for Europe’s Future will bring together key policymakers and cultural leaders at the Centre for Fine Arts (Bozar) in Brussels. With conversations spanning the next Multi-annual Financial Framework to the newly proposed ‘Culture Compass,’ this gathering will tackle how culture and cultural heritage can lead Europe forward, foster a shared European sentiment, and support a democratic, diverse, and peaceful union.

Culture Action EuropeEuropa NostraEuropean Cultural Foundation, the three initiators of the Cultural Deal for Europe, and our partner for the event, Centre for Fine Arts Brussels – Bozar invite all of you to sign up for the livestream below and add your voice to the conversation.

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