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
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
How to get there
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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VPA Open Air Holidays
9.45-10.30: Open Air Holidays
Open session
Theme: ■ Youth
Description: Our mission is to offer holidays to children aged 6 to 14, from modest families, in order to bring them change of scenery and joy of life. Learn more »
Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Coubertin
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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 elections
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: Advisory panel LEO and LIONS, serving and growing
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
How to get there
Lions SEN
14.00-15.30: SEN 2000, Tablets PC for seniors in Europe
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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Privacy Protection
16.45-17.30: Lions Europe Privacy Protection
Closed session
Theme: ■ Service Activities / International Cooperation
Description:
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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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MD 107 Finland
16.00-16.45: MD 107 Finland
Open …
Theme: ■ Thematic Meetings
Description:
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Location: Palais 2 l’Atlantique
Room: Rodin
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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
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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
