THURSDAY PROGRAM

Discover the Thursday programme of the Europa Forum 2024.

All interventions in the amphitheatre (official interventions) will be in 4 languages: French, English, Italian and German, with simultaneous translations (helmet required), depending on the language spoken during the intervention. The opening and closing ceremonies will be in French, with simultaneous translation into English, Italian and German (helmet required). The interventions during the sessions in the commissions and the speaker corner will be in one of these 4 languages, and for some, translated into English by a Lions.

Program subject to change

Sessions open to the public

Closed sessions, reserved for committees

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Opening and Presentation

9.00-9.45: Presentations, delegations and orientation of newcomers
Open session

Theme: Plenary Session
Description:
Language: French + simultaneous translation English, Italian, German
Location: Palais 2 l’Altantique
Room: Auditorium
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Thomas Kuti Music Competition

9.00-9.45: Jury meeting
Closed session

9.45-16.15: 1st passage of candidates
Open session

17.15-17.30: Jury results
Open session

Theme: Youth
Description: The music prize is awarded annually to the Lions Europa Forum to encourage talented young European musicians. This year, the instrument selected is the Clarinet. Learn more »
Location: Conservatoire Jacques Thibaud
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YCE youth camps

9.00-12.30: Meeting of Presidents
Closed session

14.00-16.00: Presidents’ workshops
Open session

Theme: Youth
Description: The Youth Camp and Exchange Program (YCE) gives thousands of young people from around the world the opportunity to experience life in other cultures and gain a new understanding of the world while traveling abroad. Learn more »
Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Clément Ader
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European Council

9.45-10.30: Meeting I – presentation of resolutions
Open session

Theme: Plenary Session
Description: The agenda for Board meetings will be determined by the Forum Chair based on the draft resolutions received. Read more and see the resolutions tabled »
Language: French + simultaneous translation English, Italian, German
Location: Palais 2 l’Altantique
Room: Auditorium
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1st Vice-President and Vice-Governors

11.00-12.30: Meeting with the Vice-Governors
Closed session

Theme: Membership Motivation
Description: A. P. Singh 1st International Vice President 2024-2025 meets with the Vice-Governors. Read more »
Language: all languages
Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Auditorium
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WaSH

11.00-12.30: WaSH
Closed session

Theme: Thematic Meetings
Description: (Water Sanitation Hygiene) Lions contribute to sustainable global water management projects in cooperation with partner organizations around the world.  WaSH projects are synonymous with a more conscious use of water and hygiene – and therefore a sustainable improvement in the health situation of the population. 
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Coubertin
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Refugee Committee

11.00-12.30: Refugee Committee
Session…

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Jules Verne
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LEO Advisory Panel

11.00-12.30: LEO Advisory Panel
Open session

Theme: Youth
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Marie Curie
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EML 103 France

11.00-12.30: EML MD 103 France
Open session

Theme: Leadership Development
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Victor Hugo
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Peace Poster

11.00-12.30: Seminar on the peace poster contest
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Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Rodin
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President International and Governors

14.00-15.30: Meeting with the International Directors
Closed session

Theme: Membership Motivation
Description: Fabricio Olivera International President 2024-2025 meets district governors.
Language: Simultaneous translation French, English, Italian, German
Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Auditorium
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Kili 4 Kids

14.00-15.30: Kili 4 kids
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description: This extraordinary adventure is not only a test of physical endurance and mental strength, but also a sincere initiative to raise funds and raise awareness among children with albinism. Learn more »
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Coubertin
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Malaika centers

14.00-15.30: Malaika centers
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description: Treatment centres for children with Down syndrome from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds.
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Jules Verne
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Lions Quest Europe

14.00-15.30: Lions Quest Europe
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description: LCIF’s flagship youth education program, Lions Quest is a socio-emotional curriculum that equips youth with the skills to immerse themselves in life, prevent harassment and substance abuse.
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Marie Curie
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Lions SEN

14.00-15.30: Lions SEN
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description: To promote the great potential of meaningful voluntary involvement in Lions Clubs after the end of professional activity. Learn more »
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Victor Hugo
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Euro Africa Committee

14.00-15.30: Euro Africa Committee
Closed session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description: Deepen and stimulate Lions service activities in Africa, provide information for contacts through Lions of Europe and Lions of Africa and hear African needs
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Rodin
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Bert Mason Young Ambassador Award

14.45-16.00: Committee meeting
Open session

Theme: Youth
Description: The Lions Young Ambassador Award recognizes youth between the ages of 15 and 19 for outstanding community service, leadership achievements and communication skills. Learn more »
Language: English
Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: to be defined
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European CC

16.00-17.30: Meeting of the European CC
Closed session

Theme: Thematic Meetings
Description
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Coubertin
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Meet friends

16.00-17.30: Meet friends
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Jules Verne
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Saving the oceans

16.00-17.30: Saving the Mediterranean Sea and the oceans
Open session

Theme: Thematic Meetings
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Victor Hugo
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Vision

16.00-16.45: Visual health
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Marie Curie
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European ambassador for the environment

16.45-17.30: European ambassador for the environment
Open session

Theme: Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description:
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Location:  Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Marie Curie
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Opening ceremony

17.30-19.00: Opening ceremony
Open session

Theme: Plenary Session
Description: Opening ceremony attended by all nations
Language: French + simultaneous translation English, Italian, German
Location: Palais 2 l’Altantique
Room: Auditorium
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Get together

19.00-20.30: Welcome evening – Cocktail “Get Together”
On registration

20.30-21.30: Opening of the bar
On registration

Theme: Extra Convention Centre
Description
Language: all nations
Location: Palais 2 l’Altantique
Room: Agora
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BREAK & RELAXATION AREA

THE PLACE TO RELAX