Issue 04/2026 April 2026 Welcome to eucen’s monthly bulletin!
This edition brings together a rich selection of opportunities, insights, and reflections from across the university lifelong learning community. From upcoming conferences and European events to new publications, consultations, and collaborative initiatives with reinforced alliances in Europe, there is plenty to explore and engage with. We invite you to discover the latest episode of our podcast series Voices of Lifelong Learning, to contribute your views to ongoing European projects such as MESHE and BELONG@HEI, and to read our newly published Position Paper on the future of funding for university lifelong learning. You will also find updates on eucen’s National Networks meeting, alongside invitations to key events, including our annual conference in Cagliari that has published now its full Programme. As always, these initiatives reflect the diversity, commitment, and shared purpose of our community: strengthening lifelong learning across Europe and beyond. We hope you enjoy this edition and look forward to your continued engagement. If you receive this messages it is because you have registered on our website or because you have requested to receive our newsletters. We offer you a selection of acticles here that we think might be of interest to you. We hope you enjoy them. Have you not registered yet? Don’t miss your place in Cagliari!Secure your place in the 56th eucen conference before 24 May and be part of shaping the future of lifelong learning with us. The full Programme is now available!
 
Voices of Lifelong Learning episode #2 eucen’s second episode of the podcast series, Voices of Lifelong Learning, hosted by eucen and moderated by Matthew Weait is out!This time, listen to Renee Tan (Institute for Adult Education in Singapore). A good introduction to eucen’s Global seminar 2026.
 
Have Your Say: Contribute to the MESHE Project Complete our short survey and join us on 20 May on the online consultation to help shape the future of micro-credentials.  
eucen publishes its 12 Position Paper on ULLL funding Universities are key to LLL, yet funding systems still favour market-driven approaches. The new eucen position paper highlights the need to recognise LLL as a core public mission and the need to align funding accordingly.  
BELONG@HEI launches its staff survey Ready to help shaping more inclusive universities? As part of the BELONG@HEI project, HE staff is invited to complete a short survey on belonging in universities.  
eucen National Networks meet to strengthen collaboration across Europe A space for exchange and collaboration: National Networks reflect on progress and contribute to shaping the future of ULLL in Europe.
 
eucen Expands Collaboration with European Associations to Strengthen ULLL Dialogue eucen has expanded its formal alliances with key European NGOs, reinforcing transversal commitment in ULLL  
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