ESU at the launch conference of the ‘European Year of Digital Citizenship Education 2025’

We are proud to announce that Patrick Penninckx, Secretary-General, will be a speaker at the upcoming “Empowering Learners for a Democratic Future” conference. This significant event marks the launch of the European Year of Digital Citizenship Education 2025 and will take place on 23–24 January 2025 in Strasbourg, France, organised by the Council of Europe.

During Patrick Penninckx’s session, titled “Digital Citizenship Education: Stakeholder Perspectives,” he will delve into:

• The opportunities that digital citizenship education provides to senior citizens.
• The challenges seniors face in the digital landscape.
• Practical, action-oriented solutions to overcome these challenges.

His contribution will underline the ESU’s commitment to empowering senior citizens by ensuring their inclusion in the digital era and fostering their active participation in democratic processes.

About the Conference

The European Year of Digital Citizenship Education 2025 is a unique initiative aimed at promoting and advancing digital citizenship education across all member states. It offers a platform for collaboration among public, private, and civil sector stakeholders to define common goals, share best practices, and shape the future of digital citizenship education.

We encourage you to follow this groundbreaking event and the ESU’s ongoing efforts to champion senior citizens in a rapidly evolving digital world. For more information, visit the Council of Europe’s website.