Sea Of Words 2022 Literary Contest: Youths in the forefront for Gender Equality

The winners will be invited to Barcelona on November 24th, in the framework of the Mediterranean Day

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New Med Dialogues +2030 Series

Conferences tackling a human security approach of the 2030 Agenda starting June 9 in Caixaforum Macaya, Barcelona

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Results of the latest EuroMed Survey

Priorities for sustainable and mutually beneficial migration partnerships in the Mediterranean

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Mujer y cambio social en el mundo árabe

The latest issue of afkar/ideas, co-edited by the IEMed and Política Exterior, comes with a new design

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tank for the Mediterranean

We generate knowledge for action for a peaceful, stable and prosperous Mediterranean where dialogue between cultures is a tangible reality.

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We lead Euromed networks that promote Euro-Mediterranean engagement

EuroMeSCo

We enhance evidence-based research, dialogue and advocacy to contribute to inclusive policy-making that strengthens Euro-Mediterranean relations.

Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation

We promote gender equality in the Euro-Mediterranean area, bringing together and sharing expertise and action on the ground.

Spanish Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation

We promote intercultural dialogue as a source of social transformation to build more inclusive, empathic and resilient Mediterranean societies.

MedThink 5+5

We encourage dialogue and joint research initiatives towards the integration of the Western Mediterranean in line with the 5+5 Dialogue priorities.

MED Confederation

We establish alliances between corporate, civil society and think tank organisations for an inclusive socioeconomic development in the Mediterranean region.

Euro-Mediterranean Guarantee Network

We stimulate access to finance for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in close cooperation with credit guarantee schemes.

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Social Protection Reforms in the MENA Region: Possibilities and Challenges

Social Protection Reforms in the MENA Region: Possibilities and Challenges

This paper reviews the weaknesses of the social protection systems in the MENA region that were made evident by the COVID-19 pandemic, and identifies challenges and oportunities to implement reforms to achieve comprehensive solutions.

12 May 2022
Jordan Amid Diverse Challenges and Comprehensive Counter Strategies

Jordan Amid Diverse Challenges and Comprehensive Counter Strategies

The article analises the regional and domestic challenges that Jordan is countering and proposes a set of actions to face them.

10 May 2022
North Macedonia. After Greece, Bulgaria Appears. North Macedonia’s Obstacle Course to Enter the EU

North Macedonia. After Greece, Bulgaria Appears. North Macedonia’s Obstacle Course to Enter the EU

The article reviews the obstacles that North Macedonia has encountered in achieving its Euro-Atlantic ambitions, that have been interfered by Greece and Bulgaria.

10 May 2022
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We develop programmes which transform knowledge into action

Aula Mediterrània

We support interdisciplinary academic knowledge and research on Mediterranean issues, attracting talent and generating reflection.

Educating in Diversity

We turn differences into opportunities by promoting intercultural education as a tool for social cohesion and creation of critical and responsible citizens.

Agenda2030Med

We advocate sustainable development in the Mediterranean through research and dialogue to guarantee natural and social welfare of human life .

Media, Democracy and Diversity

We contribute to diverse and plural societies by enhancing quality information and inclusive media narratives

A Sea of Words. The Voice of Youths

We give a voice to young people to promote a change of narratives and contribute to a culture of understanding, peace and dialogue in the Euro-Mediterranean region.

Prevention of Polarisation and Violent Extremism

We help build resilient and inclusive societies, through research and action, that seek to understand factors behind polarisation and violent extremism.

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Events

Conference

09 Jun 2022
CaixaForum Macaya, Barcelona

Rethinking the Mediterranean Energy Landscape in Times of Transition: A Human Security Challenge

Opening of the Med Dialogues +2030 by Sandrine Dixson-Declève. Conference by Ahmed Kandil on tendences and policies that may help to advance toward more sustainable energy models in the Mediterranean.

Rethinking the Mediterranean Energy Landscape in Times of Transition: A Human Security Challenge

Conference

05 Jul 2022
Sala d'Actes de l'IEMed

Security and Energy in the Mediterranean and the Middle East

Roundtable on Security and Energy in the Mediterranean and the Middle East in the framework of the Barcelona Summer School of the Mediterranean and the Middle East.

Security and Energy in the Mediterranean and the Middle East

Conference

13 Jul 2022
CaixaForum Macaya, Barcelona

Water Stress as a Threat to Millions: Challenges and Solutions on the Way to Water Security in the Mediterranean

Conference by Hassan Aboelnga on the implications of water security for human development in the Mediterranean.

Water Stress as a Threat to Millions: Challenges and Solutions on the Way to Water Security in the Mediterranean
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Multimedia

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Rap, dissidence and Arab women

Conference by Houda Abouz “Khtek”, Moroccan rapper and introduced by Itzea Goikolea, postdoctoral researcher, IMF-CSIC, Barcelona.

 7 April 2022
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Nationalism, Islam and democracy

Conference by Umut Özkirimli, senior research fellow at IBEI and associate senior researcher at CIDOB. Moderated by by Ana Ballesteros Peiró, Phd in Arab and Islamic Studies and associate senior researcher at CIDOB.

 24 March 2022
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Choke, push-back and disperse: displacement as a political technology of migration governmentality

Conference by Martina Tazzioli, lecturer in Politics and Technology, Goldsmiths University of London and Juan Carlos Triviño, senior researcher at GRITIM-UPF.

 17 March 2022
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