December 2024

December 29, 2024
The last word: Time to reinvent education, not just tweak it

The future of education in emerging Europe—and everywhere—demands a radical shift. A revolution, not reform. The question is: will we have the courage to start over?

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December 22, 2024
The Last Word: Reinventing attitudes towards mental health in emerging Europe

While attitudes are slowly changing, many people with mental health issues in the emerging Europe region still hesitate to seek help, fearing judgment or misunderstanding.

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December 15, 2024
The last word: How emerging Europe can reinvent democracy

Just as the region has leapfrogged in areas like economic transition, technology and digital governance, it can also become a global leader in political stability and democratic innovation. 

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December 8, 2024
The last word: Reinventing the Regional Innovation Scheme for a new decade

The next chapter of RIS must be bold. The programme needs a reinvention that addresses its most persistent challenges and embraces opportunities for meaningful transformation. 

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December 4, 2024
Improving Entrepreneurial Journey Initiative

Starting out as an entrepreneur is tough. No amount of reading can truly prepare you for what to expect. I said what advice I would give myself if I were starting my entrepreneurial journey all over again, armed with the knowledge and experiences I have today.

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December 1, 2024
The last word: Reinventing rural development in emerging Europe

For emerging Europe, rural development is a blank canvas. What it becomes will depend on the vision we’re willing to imagine and the courage we have to question everything we assume about it. 

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