The meaning of Lifelong Learning 2014

“ The 2014 European elections will provide the right moment to think about the future of learning in Europe ”.

This is the opening statement of the manifesto ‘Building together the future of learning‘ of the European Civil Society Platform on Lifelong Learning (EUCIS-LLL).

The acknowledgement of the role played by European organizations in education and training by implementing an open, transparent and regular dialogue with representative associations and civil society is one of the priorities mentioned in this manifesto.

By choosing Lifelong Learning as key element in the theme of her 26^th annual conference ECNAIS wants to express her willingness to participate actively in the ongoing dialogue about the future of learning in Europe.

How can we find the right balance between the modern demands to education from the more and more international orientated labour market and the growing importance of civic and social participation with respect for the parent’s rights to raise their children in correspondence with their personal convictions and pedagogical values?

As representatives of a vital part of Europe’s civil society ECNAIS wants to clarify the contribution of independent schools to the diversity in each national education system.

Sharing knowledge and experience from the everyday school life and as well from the policy level can lead to a better understanding of how to connect the ideals of Lifelong Learning with the pedagogical values and culture of independent schools.