ELEN Press Releases
ELEN calls for new European Strategic Framework for European endangered and minoritised languages..
ELEN has called for a new European Strategic Framework for European endangered and minoritised languages at the recent EESC Civil Society Week. ELEN Secretary-General Davyth Hicks called for new measures in the March 5th session on building resilience along with NGOs...
ELEN set for EESC Civil Society Week 2026
From Monday March 2nd to Thursday March 5th 2026, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) will bring together the main European civil society organisations from across Europe to discuss, debate and contribute to shaping the future of democracy and building...
UN Special Rapporteur for Minorities slams EU for its lack of protection of European minoritized languages.
Speaking in Brussels today, the UN Special Rapporteur for Minority Issues, Nicolas Levrat, strongly criticised the EU over its double standards regarding minority protection in general and the continuing lack of protection for European minoritized and endangered...
Events
These works tell powerful stories through Europe’s lesser-used languages, showing that linguistic diversity thrives not only in daily life, but also on stage. Theatre plays a key role in keeping these languages visible, relevant, and creatively alive, while highlighting unique cultural perspectives and histories. ELEN works with several theatre groups and helps to develop EU projects for them on the Creative Europe programme.
Have you seen any of these plays?
Are there others you would recommend in minoritised languages?
Share your suggestions in the comments! 👇
