Contributes to the development of society, innovation and knowledge.
Help develop measures to counter violence and discrimination.
Supports adults in enhancing skills to promote their professional growth and participation in social and civic life.
Promotes intercultural dialogue among individuals from all parts of the world to build bridges of knowledge and sharing.
Promotes quality and efficiency in education.
Supports and promotes educational activities, training courses and mobility projects aimed at young people.
CESIE ETS is a European center for studies and initiatives based in Palermo, Sicily.
The war in Ukraine continues to have a profound impact on the higher education system.Research conducted by FreeAc analyses the impact of the conflict on higher education and the role of academic freedom in building resilient and democratic education systems.
Are you attending a Master’s or PhD course? Do you want to explore the topic of academic freedom in times of war and exchange views with European studentз and lecturers? We are looking for you for FreeAc’s free Summer School in Poznań in June. Read more.
Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, universities worldwide have mobilized initiatives to support Ukrainian students and academics, providing housing, scholarships, and integration services. These efforts, often in collaboration with governments and organizations, aim to ensure academic continuity and promote solidarity and international cooperation.
The conflict in Ukraine has damaged higher education, but some universities have remained operational. FreeAc seeks to mitigate the damage by promoting academic freedom and supporting the reconstruction of the education sector. International partnerships seek solutions to counter brain drain and keep research free.