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  • Online Workshop: Video Creation (Advanced) with David Fichtner, Tuesday, 25.11.2025, 6 pm (CET)

    Online Workshop: Video Creation (Advanced) with David Fichtner, Tuesday, 25.11.2025, 6 pm (CET)

    We are happy to invite you to our online qualification workshop “Training on Video Creation” with David Fichtner over Zoom. This two-part training is for everyone interested in video editing, storytelling, and exploring how AI can support the creative process.

    The second online workshop will take place on Tuesday, 25 November 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM (CET) and builds upon the first workshop. It will address questions that may arise after the first workshop and introduce advanced techniques as well as the use of AI tools to enhance and simplify video creation.

    The qualification workshop will be held in English, with possible translation into German, Bulgarian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Serbian.

    The qualification workshop is for people of all ages and countries. You can register for the qualification workshop until 19 November 2025 through our contact form:

    https://forms.gle/Y3jVo6PTVfHvETmf6

    You will get the Zoomlink to the online workshop after your registration.

    Good to know

    After the workshop you can join the Fit4Democracy Video Competition – DEMOCRACY2GO (max. 3-minute videos). Submission deadline: 14 December 2025.

    More info: https://fit4democracy.eu/news/call-for-entries-fit4democracy-video-challenge-democracy2go/

  • Online Workshop: Video Creation (Basics) with David Fichtner, Thursday, 20.11.2025, 6 pm (CET)

    Online Workshop: Video Creation (Basics) with David Fichtner, Thursday, 20.11.2025, 6 pm (CET)

    We are happy to invite you to our online qualification workshop “Training on Video Creation” with David Fichtner over Zoom. This two-part training is for everyone interested in video editing, storytelling, and exploring how AI can support the creative process.

    The first online workshop will take place on Thursday, 20 November 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM (CET) and focuses on basic knowledge and storytelling. You will learn how to structure your ideas, plan your videos effectively, and understand the fundamental principles of editing and composition. The workshop will help you tell meaningful stories through video editing and using of simple tools.

    The qualification workshop will be held in English, with possible translation into German, Bulgarian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Serbian.

    The qualification workshop is for people of all ages and countries. You can register for the qualification workshop until 19 November 2025 through our contact form:

    https://forms.gle/Y3jVo6PTVfHvETmf6

    You will get the Zoomlink to the online workshop after your registration.

     

    Good to know

    After the workshop you can join the Fit4Democracy Video Competition – DEMOCRACY2GO (max. 3-minute videos). Submission deadline: 14 December 2025.

    More info: https://fit4democracy.eu/news/call-for-entries-fit4democracy-video-challenge-democracy2go/

  • Save the Date! 19.10.25, 100. Come Together Session

    Save the Date! 19.10.25, 100. Come Together Session

    Dear collegues and friends from the Danube region and other European countries,

    As already announced in our Save the Date, we will have our 100th Come Together Session, which will take place on Sunday, 19. October, 6.30 pm (CET). In the last 99. Sessions we have shared so many inspiring sessions, filled with learning, laughter, and community together.
    To make the 100th session even more memorable, we would like to include some creative contributions from you! If you feel inspired to take an active part in this session with a song, a poem, or another contribution, we would be very happy!
    If you are interested to take an active part in our 100th Come Together Session, please respond to this E-Mail with your contribution idea until Thursday, 9. October, at noon so we can include it in our program planning.
    Thank you very much in advance!
    We look forward to seeing you and hopefully your contribution at our 100th Come Together session!

     

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88667915552?pwd=RGxOMnRkd0lXQWpsTm83bHZoVmJCZz09

  • Become a Digital ComeTogether Scout (DCT-Scout)

    Become a Digital ComeTogether Scout (DCT-Scout)

    For organizations and individuals: We are looking for DCT-Scouts!

    Are you looking for a possibility to volunteer online? Do you enjoy being part of cultural
    online events and would you like to support international exchange along the Danube? Then
    why not join our new training program and become a certified Digital ComeTogether Scout
    (DCT-Scout)!

    What is the project about?

    Since 2020 we successfully organize the international online meetings “Come Together”, as
    well as lectures and other online activities (see https://danect.eu/) that help foster the
    exchange along the Danube and other European countries. Through cultural exchange,
    discussions on important social topics or joint online cooking sessions a real exchange takes
    place that brings us closer together.

    To support and expand this way of connecting, the Digital ComeTogether Scouts project trains
    motivated citizens to lead those activities themselves. Equipped with the right tools and skills, these
    scouts will help reach new audiences and strengthen the network, making cross-border dialogue and
    participation more accessible.

    Now, we are inviting YOU to shape the future of our growing network!

    What’s a DCT-Scout?

    DCT-Scouts are active young people, adults and seniors, who will work in small
    intergenerational teams and be trained by ILEU to prepare and host the online sessions using
    tools like Zoom and our international multilingual platform ViMA danube independently. As
    a DCT-Scout, you’ll bring people together, encourage discussions, and build bridges across
    countries.

    What You’ll Learn

    Through a combination of online learning modules and a 3-day in-person training event,
    participants will gain practical skills in:

    • Basic tech skills for hosting virtual events
    • Event organization and moderation techniques
    • Use of digital translation tools and engaging volunteer interpreters
    • Outreach and communication strategies
    • Interactive use of the ViMA danube platform

    The detailed content of the course curriculum depends if you choose the technical oriented
    or the organization/content related focus of the training.

    Why Participate?

    • Get certified as a DCT-Scout
    • Strengthen your digital and intercultural skills
    • Join an active, friendly, and international network
    • Make a meaningful impact by promoting citizen participation across the Danube
      region

    Who Can Apply?

    Interested individuals of all ages from the Danube region and other European cities who
    want to get involved in an international level. English is the project language, and
    participants should be familiar with using Zoom at a basic level. Organizations who want to
    support us in the implementation are welcome to contact us as well.

    Timeline & Participation

    • Online Training Modules & supporting ILEU with Online Sessions (Learning by
      doing): September–December 2025
    • In-Person Workshop: Fall 2025 (dates and location to be announced)
    • Independent planning and implementation of online ComeTogether events: January
      – March 2026

     

    If you are interested let us know and contact us at:

    info@ileu.net | www.ileu.net

    In any way we invite you to our Online Session on 16th September 2025, 7pm, CET

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83880677052?pwd=MmpFZmRUNlRmV0xNWUF5YXZJSmJJdz09

    Meeting-ID: 838 8067 7052
    Kenncode: 204634

  • Online Lecture with Marten Risius: Fake News

    Online Lecture with Marten Risius: Fake News

    Marten Risius is Professor for Digital Society and Online Engagement at the University of Applied Sciences Neu-Ulm, Germany. His work focuses on online Trust & Safety issues such as online extremism, disinformation and hate speech. His position receives generous funding support from the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts through the Distinguished Professorship Program as part of the Bavarian High-Tech Agenda. His lecture focusses on:

    • Clarification of terms
    • The evolution of fake news (with a look at current developments)
    • Recognizing fake news
    • Special features/difficulties in dealing with fake news

    The lecture will be in English, with translations into Romanian, Bulgarian, and German.

    Zoom access data: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88591526817?pwd=USDPgvYSjeeszKYqMCIFf3XoaHU4Zh.1

    Photo: LinkedIn

  • Online Lecture with Prof. Dr. Brigitte Geißel, “Democracy as Self-Government – Democratic Innovations by and with Citizens”

    Online Lecture with Prof. Dr. Brigitte Geißel, “Democracy as Self-Government – Democratic Innovations by and with Citizens”

    The event will be held in English, with translation into Bulgarian, Romanian, Serbian and German if needed. For organizational reasons, we kindly ask you to confirm your participation and let us know if you require translation.

     

    Dear colleagues and friends from the Danube Region and other European countries,

    We warmly invite you to our next online event in the frame of the “Fit4Democracy” project:

    “Democracy as Self-Government – Democratic Innovations by and with Citizens” with Prof. Dr. Brigitte Geißel, Institute for Political Science, Goethe University Frankfurt on Tuesday, 15 July 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (CET) via Zoom.

    Starting from the premise that the future of democracy needs to be reimagined, in this lecture, Prof. Dr. Brigitte Geißel will present an innovative approach that places citizens at the center of democratic processes. She argues that people should decide for themselves how they want to be governed (Read more here). The talk will be supported by theoretical foundations, empirical insights, and examples from other countries. Additionally, Prof. Geißel will present and discuss ideas for procedures and practices that empower citizens and communities to shape their own democratic visions.

    Prof. Dr. Geißel’s ideas on democratic innovations and citizen participation align well with our project, as they support the development of new, citizen-centered democratic approaches beyond traditional structures. We are therefore very happy to welcome her as a speaker.

    You can join the meeting via this link:

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88591526817?pwd=USDPgvYSjeeszKYqMCIFf3XoaHU4Zh.1

    Meeting-ID: 885 9152 6817
    Kenncode: 752799

    The event will be held in English, with translation into Bulgarian, Romanian, Serbian and German if needed. For organizational reasons, we kindly ask you to confirm your participation and let us know if you require translation.

    For all questions and suggestions, feel free to reach out to us anytime at: democracy@ileu.net

    We look forward to your participation and to an inspiring discussion!

    Warm regards on behalf of the ILEU team

     

     

     

     

     

  • 26.05.2025: 5th international Meeting of the Project “Actionbound: sustainability goals in my town”

    26.05.2025: 5th international Meeting of the Project “Actionbound: sustainability goals in my town”

    On the 27. May 2025 we will have the 4th international Meeting of the Project “Actionbound: sustainability goals in my town”

    Therefore we will have a look on the goal number 3 and number 5. Each City will present 2 places that help to achieve the goal in their city.

    We will use the same link as every time

  • Fachvortrag mit Prof. Dr. Stephan Lessenich „Nachhaltige Demokratie?“

    Fachvortrag mit Prof. Dr. Stephan Lessenich „Nachhaltige Demokratie?“

     

    Liebe Kolleginnen und Kollegen,

     

    wir laden auch in diesem Sommersemester 2025 wieder herzlich ein zur kostenfreien und öffentlichen Online-Vortragsreihe der Universität des 3. Lebensalters Frankfurt/Main zum Thema „Planetare Grenzen: Eine nachhaltige Weltgemeinschaft? Vision und Aufgabe zugleich“.

     

    An Donnerstagsterminen jeweils von 10-12 Uhr gibt es Vorträge zu den Themen: Die Rolle der Landwirtschaft in den Umweltkrisen, Ursachen und Maßnahmen gegen das Artensterben, Klima- und Umweltkrisen gekonnt kommunizieren, kommunale Wege der Klimaanpassung und des Klimaschutzes und andere mehr.

     

    Termine und Themen finden Sie auf unserer Homepage: https://www.uni-frankfurt.de/164611020/Planetare_Grenzen

     

    Hier geht’s direkt zur Zoomkonferenz:

    https://uni-frankfurt.zoom-x.de/j/63543073206?pwd=2bwiTg2N2JTb2avhcv98F8P6VsGPC1.1

     

    Meeting-ID: 635 4307 3206

    Kenncode: 682566

     

    Erster Fachvortrag mit Prof. Dr. Stephan Lessenich „Nachhaltige Demokratie?“ am Dienstag(!), den 13.5. von 10-12 Uhr.

    Der Vortrag ist auf Deutsch!

     

    Wir freuen uns auf Ihr Kommen!

    Dr. Elisabeth Wagner und Projektgruppe „Planetare Grenzen“

  • “Introduction to Chat gpt” on Monday, 28. April 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (CET).

    “Introduction to Chat gpt” on Monday, 28. April 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (CET).

    Dear friends of the project “Fit4Democracy”,

     

    cordial invitation to our online training course “Introduction to Chat gpt” on Monday, 28. April 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (CET).

     

    In this course, Gabriele Flemming from the ILEU Team will explain the bases for the use of Chat gpt, a tool supported by artificial intelligence that can help with many tasks, e.g. answering questions, translating, writing texts, learning, programming and much more.

     

    The course will include information on how to use Chat gpt (e.g. how to create an account, options of the free version and options and costs of the Pro version) and what it can be used for especially in regards to our project goals (e.g. researching participation opportunities, creating templates for letters, translation…). We welcome all interested participants who would like to learn more and acquire a bases for the use of Chat gpt in the course of the project.

     

    You can join the meeting via this link:

     

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88591526817?pwd=USDPgvYSjeeszKYqMCIFf3XoaHU4Zh.1

     

    Meeting-ID: 885 9152 6817

    Kenncode: 752799

     

    The course will be held in English with Bulgarian, Romanian and German translation if needed. For organizational reasons please shortly confirm if you will join the meeting and if you require translation. Thank you!

     

    For all questions and suggestions please contact us via democracy@ileu.net.

     

    We look forward to seeing you soon – thank you very much for joining us!

     

    In the name of the ILEU team

  • Online training course: ViMA danube/Zoom

    Online training course: ViMA danube/Zoom

    Online training course on ViMA danube and Zoom, tomorrow, 4. April 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (CET). In this course we will explain the bases for the use of Zoom and how the online platform ViMA danube can be used for communication and exchange in different languages  – if possible you can already make an account before the meeting. All questions will then be clarified tomorrow.

    You can join the meeting via this link:

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88591526817?pwd=USDPgvYSjeeszKYqMCIFf3XoaHU4Zh.1

    Meeting-ID: 885 9152 6817

    Kenncode: 752799

    The meeting will be held in English with Bulgarian and Romanian translation. For organizational reasons please shortly confirm if you will join the meeting. Thank you!

    For all questions and suggestions please contact us via democracy@ileu.net