CloseThis event has ended. European citizenship Tuesday 28 November 2023, 19:00 - 20:05 (CET)Online onlyLive streaming available Practical information WhenTuesday 28 November 2023, 19:00 - 20:05 (CET)WhereOnline onlyLanguagesEnglish, French, GermanOrganisersDirectorate-General for Justice and ConsumersSocial media linksFacebookYoutube Description Join us to celebrate 30 years of EU citizenship rights on November 28. From freedom of movement to the right to vote in European Parliament elections, we'll go over all the benefits that come with being an EU citizen in an engaging one-hour live show. Director of Rule of Law, Fundamental Rights and Democracy, DG Justice and Consumers, Julien Mousnier, will join to discuss EU citizenship rights and the EU’s future agenda. Other guests include Claire Morot-Sir, EU Rights Manager ECAS, and Angeliki Aristomenopoulou, Director of Citizen Europe. The event will combine in-depth interviews, entertainment, and audience interaction.Throughout the event there will be a quiz to test your EU knowledge. And the winners will take away a prize! 2 tickets to attend the kick-off event of the 2024 European Youth Week in the European Parliament in Brussels, on 12 April 2024 including transport and accommodation, and one interrail pass.Hosted by two youth engagement leaders, Jochem Jordaan and Hajar Yagkoubi, this event is a unique opportunity to explore the significance of EU citizenship rights. #EURightsOnFollow the livestreamAbout the hostsJochem Jordaan - Founder of De KiesmannenJochem is a political scientist, presenter, and founder of De Kiesmannen. De Kiesmannen is dedicated to increasing civic engagement among young people through creative productions such as theatre shows, podcasts, and campaigns. With over 50,000 young attendees at Kiesmannen shows across Europe, Jochem has made a significant impact.Find out more about Jochem on LinkedInHajar Yagkoubi - Former Dutch Youth Representative to the United NationsHajar is a former UN Youth Representative for the Netherlands, and she is experienced in hosting and presenting various events where she has interviewed prominent figures, including (prime) ministers, legislators, and politicians. She is passionate about societal issues and actively engages in youth participation, climate action, and human rights.As a co-founder of Network 2100, Hajar advocates for the inclusion of young people on corporate boards and promotes sustainability, climate action, and a broad definition of prosperity.Find out more about Hajar on LinkedInSlido Related links Democracy, EU citizenship, anti-corruptionNationals of EU countries automatically become EU citizens, wherefore they enjoy additional rights. This includes the participation in the democratic process. As corruption undermines democracy, it should be combatted and prevented. Related events18Dec2025Public debatesDebate on the 12th successful European citizens’ initiative in the plenary session of the European ParliamentLive streaming available12Dec2025Expert meetingsMeeting of the organisers of the European citizens’ initiative ‘Ban on Conversion Practices in the EU' with the European Commission02Dec2025Public debatesHearing in the European Parliament on the ‘My Voice, My Choice: For Safe And Accessible Abortion’ European Citizens’ InitiativeOnline onlySee all
Join us to celebrate 30 years of EU citizenship rights on November 28. From freedom of movement to the right to vote in European Parliament elections, we'll go over all the benefits that come with being an EU citizen in an engaging one-hour live show. Director of Rule of Law, Fundamental Rights and Democracy, DG Justice and Consumers, Julien Mousnier, will join to discuss EU citizenship rights and the EU’s future agenda. Other guests include Claire Morot-Sir, EU Rights Manager ECAS, and Angeliki Aristomenopoulou, Director of Citizen Europe. The event will combine in-depth interviews, entertainment, and audience interaction.Throughout the event there will be a quiz to test your EU knowledge. And the winners will take away a prize! 2 tickets to attend the kick-off event of the 2024 European Youth Week in the European Parliament in Brussels, on 12 April 2024 including transport and accommodation, and one interrail pass.Hosted by two youth engagement leaders, Jochem Jordaan and Hajar Yagkoubi, this event is a unique opportunity to explore the significance of EU citizenship rights. #EURightsOnFollow the livestreamAbout the hostsJochem Jordaan - Founder of De KiesmannenJochem is a political scientist, presenter, and founder of De Kiesmannen. De Kiesmannen is dedicated to increasing civic engagement among young people through creative productions such as theatre shows, podcasts, and campaigns. With over 50,000 young attendees at Kiesmannen shows across Europe, Jochem has made a significant impact.Find out more about Jochem on LinkedInHajar Yagkoubi - Former Dutch Youth Representative to the United NationsHajar is a former UN Youth Representative for the Netherlands, and she is experienced in hosting and presenting various events where she has interviewed prominent figures, including (prime) ministers, legislators, and politicians. She is passionate about societal issues and actively engages in youth participation, climate action, and human rights.As a co-founder of Network 2100, Hajar advocates for the inclusion of young people on corporate boards and promotes sustainability, climate action, and a broad definition of prosperity.Find out more about Hajar on LinkedInSlido
Democracy, EU citizenship, anti-corruptionNationals of EU countries automatically become EU citizens, wherefore they enjoy additional rights. This includes the participation in the democratic process. As corruption undermines democracy, it should be combatted and prevented.
18Dec2025Public debatesDebate on the 12th successful European citizens’ initiative in the plenary session of the European ParliamentLive streaming available
12Dec2025Expert meetingsMeeting of the organisers of the European citizens’ initiative ‘Ban on Conversion Practices in the EU' with the European Commission
02Dec2025Public debatesHearing in the European Parliament on the ‘My Voice, My Choice: For Safe And Accessible Abortion’ European Citizens’ InitiativeOnline only
