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Will the EU cut its landmark Erasmus+ programme?
Sep 12, 2024
The podcast dives into the alarming €295 million budget cut proposed for the Erasmus Plus program, sparking a heated debate among EU lawmakers. It emphasizes the vital need to protect this educational initiative that promotes student mobility and unity in Europe. The discussion also highlights mobilization efforts from student unions advocating for its preservation. Additionally, listeners learn about the EU Commission's nomination processes and Copenhagen's innovative strategies to enhance flood resilience against climate change.
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- The proposed €295 million budget cut to Erasmus Plus has sparked alarm among pro-European politicians and advocates for youth education.
- Emma Raphovitz highlights the mobilization of stakeholders advocating against the cuts to ensure continued investment in educational exchange programs.
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Proposed Budget Cuts and Reactions
The proposal from the Council to reduce the Erasmus Plus budget by €295 million and the Horizon Europe project by €400 million has sparked significant concern among pro-European politicians. Emma Raphovitz, a French socialist MEP, expressed astonishment at the figures, emphasizing the importance of these programs for youth in Europe. Following this revelation, there was immediate mobilization among members of the Culture and Education Committee, which united to vote against the proposed cuts. Raphovitz insists that such austerity measures are incompatible with the EU's vision for a stronger, more integrated Europe.
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