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
Today we celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, honouring Ireland’s patron saint and the vibrant culture that surrounds this day. From parades and music to sport and community celebrations, it has become a global moment to celebrate Irish heritage.
Gaeilge (Irish) is a minoritised language, spoken across the island but mainly in Gaeltacht areas. It is experiencing a huge upsurge in use and support among young Irish people. Celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day is a perfect moment to use, promote, and learn Irish.
Sláinte!
#SaintPatricksDay #Gaeilge #IrishLanguage #IrishCulture #LáFhéilePádraig 🍀
"ELEN members are making a significant contribution to taking this debate further: bringing research and activism together, so that we can make better policies, better initiatives and be that winning team!"
ELEN President Elin Haf Gruffydd Jones opening the #SGÔR conference today organised by Plataforma per la Llengua and European Centre for Minority Issues (ECMI), with Mirjam Vellinga (Afûk, ELEN Vice-President), Craig Willis and Sergiusz Bober (ECMI), Oscar Escuder and Maria Lluc (Plataforma).
Details: https://www.plataforma-llengua.cat/simposi-internacional-esport/
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