Volunteering is an important social bond that promotes solidarity and strives for a better future for all. In crisis situations and in the event of mass disasters, volunteers are often the cornerstone of helping those affected. MEP Joveva will take part in a discussion on volunteering in the EU as part of the #StudioEurope project on Monday, 23 May, at 11 am.

What is the future of volunteering, also in light of the Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine? How can the state support the work of volunteers and NGOs and how can the European Union? Where are the possible and necessary improvements?
The following will also take part in the discussion:
– Gregor Gomboši, Commander of PGD Ljubljana-Vič,
– Tjaša Arko, head of the volunteering program at Slovenian Philanthropy,
– Sandi Curk, Commander of the Regional Staff of the Civil Protection for Notranjska,
– Miha Zupančič, President of the Youth Council of Slovenia.

The event will be moderated by a volunteer of the skupajsmo.eu community Urban Lečnik Spaić, and you can follow it live in the EU House or live on the FB profile of the European Parliament Slovenia.

Would you like to speak with member of the European Parliament, Irena Joveva?

Then join us at 🗣️Discussion with youth and Irena Joveva, 🗣️
which will take place online this time. 🌍 The debate will revolve mainly around the area of digitalization and the area of remote learning process. But what exactly?

❓ What is your opinion on this topics?
❓ Were you satisfied with the ways of schooling during the sudden outbreak of the epidemic and the consequent distance learning?
❓ Have you noticed any pros or cons?
❓ Do you think that something could be changed or upgraded in this area in the future?
❓ Do you have any other idea or request for a Member of the European Parliament?

Mental illness has been on the rise in Europe and around the world for decades. According to the OECD, every second person in their life will experience mental health problems and many will not receive the care they need.

On Friday, 13 May 2022, MEP Irena Joveva will attend an event entitled ‘Mental Health in Europe: Where do we stand? – Youth in spotlight’, where participants will talk about the challenges we face, try to identify how to prevent mental health problems, and discuss empowerment and active involvement of young people in deciding on their mental health.