El-Hiwar: Training and Information course on Euro-Arab Relations

01/09/2026

انطلقت في الأمس أعمال الدورة الصيفية السادسة لمبادرة الحوار حول العلاقات الأوروبية العربية، وذلك في إطار مشروع الحوار، في نسخته الثالثة، الممول من الاتحاد الأوروبي. تجمع هذه الدورة بين مشاركين من مختلف أنحاء أوروبا والمنطقة العربية لبحث وتدارس عدة مواضيع ذات صلة بالوساطة لإحلال السلام والوقاية من النزاعات.
وبدأت أعمال هذا الأسبوع بـتقييم أسس التعاون الأوروبي العربي، واستعراض الرؤى ووجهات النظر الصادرة عن الاتحاد الأوروبي، وجامعة الدول العربية، ونخبة من خبراء الوساطة الدولية. ومن خلال نقاشات تفاعلية تتناول اتجاهات النزاعات الراهنة، ومظاهر التشرذم السياسي، والسمات الفاعلة لـصناع السلام، بدأ المشاركون في اكتساب وبناء المهارات اللازمة لتعزيز مسارات الحوار في السياقات والقضايا الراهنة.

Yesterday we launched the 6th El-Hiwar Summer School on Euro-Arab Relations, in the framework of the EU-funded project El-Hiwar III. The Summer School brings together participants from across Europe and the Arab region to explore peace mediation and conflict prevention

The week began by examining the foundations of Euro-Arab cooperation, hearing perspectives from the EU, the League of Arab States, and leading peace mediation experts. Through interactive discussions on conflict trends, fragmentation, and the qualities of effective peacemakers, participants have started building the skills needed to foster dialogue in challenging contexts

06/05/2026

You still have time to apply for the 6th Summer School on Euro-Arab Relations. This year focused on peace mediation and peacebuilding. The deadline closes next May 20th. Don't miss this great opportunity!
https://www.coleurope.eu/elhiwar/summerschool-2026?fbclid=IwY2xjawRnyphleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETE2RWJYb3lyd3NQSjRmRWVjc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsMZc-1lrWekx9jvYO64oKV6z2J5gRRXsSDUX_vHQuD6UnGHlyS3Uxkaje6-_aem_P9lFdakgRdt9UEone2vy7A

31 August - 4 September 2026 | Bruges & Brussels (Belgium)العربية – Download (Information in Arabic will be provided soon)

22/04/2026

Call for applications to the 6th El-Hiwar Summer School on Euro-Arab Relations, focused on Peace Building.

31 August - 4 September 2026 | Bruges & Brussels (Belgium)العربية – Download (Information in Arabic will be provided soon)

22/04/2026

Our Sixth El-Hiwar Summer School is out! Do not miss the call for applicationa!

25/02/2026

El-Hiwar Team wishes Ramadan Mubarak to those celebrating. May this holy month bring you and your families peace, joy, and countless blessings!

03/03/2025

As the month of Ramadan begins, we extend our best wishes to all those observing this special time. It is an opportunity to reflect, connect, and embrace the values of empathy, understanding, and solidarity. Ramadan Kareem!

05/06/2024

El-Hiwar launches the call for applications for its Summer School 2024. Are you an early carreer professional, are you interested in Euro-Arab relations? We are looking for changemakers 🚀 Would you help us spread the word?
In Bruges this September, we will explore how women can lead in conflict resolution and post-conflict reconstruction. Applications are open until 24 June! Apply now!
More info:

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19/09/2023

The El-Hiwar Team would like to express our support to all Moroccan and Libyan friends. Our hearts and thoughts are with all those who struggle today to overcome the consequences of the tragedies they suffered. Nature can be cruel sometimes, but Moroccan and Libyan people will prove their strengh, value and resilience in facing these terrible catastrophes. We wish you a quick recovery. Our prayers are with you.

28/04/2023

SPREAD THE WORD!
📁 The-El-Hiwar project is very pleased to announce that the call for applications for its third summer school on Euro-Arab relations is open!
📅 Five days to learn, connect, network, and make your voice heard by contributing to the discussion on Euro-Arab relations!
🌐 The Summer School aims at enhancing knowledge of Euro-Arab relations, strengthen skills and explore avenues to promote cooperation in anticipating challenges and resilience-building.
More information & application: https://www.coleurope.eu/el-hiwar/summerschool

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20/03/2023

Today, 20 March 2023, the College of Europe organised in Brussels the Launching Event and Steering Committee of the third phase of the EU-funded project “El-Hiwar III: Training and Information Course on Euro-Arab Relations”.

The Launching Event brought together participants from the project stakeholders: EU staff (DG NEAR, EEAS), the League of Arab States (LAS Secretariat, LAS Mission in Brussels) and ECLASLO (European Commission – League of Arab States Liaison Office), with a special focus on those involved in the EU-LAS working groups. It was an opportunity to discuss how the changing international and regional contexts are impacting on Euro-Arab relations, to share common approaches on issues of mutual interest among all relevant actors, and to further promote ongoing cooperation.

The opening of the Launching Ceremony was presented by:
- Hélène Le Gal, Managing Director Middle East and North Africa (MENA), European External Action Service
- Rania Aurag, Director European Affairs Department, League of Arab State
- Ingrid Schwaiger, Deputy Head of Unit, Directorate-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations, European Commission

The three speakers highlighted the value of the El-Hiwar project, not only due to the new opportunities for cooperation between the EU and the LAS that this new phase offers, but also because of the great work accomplished in the project’s previous phases.

The Steering Committee gathered key project stakeholders to identify priority thematic areas and activities that contribute to achieving the project's expected results. The session was successful in pre-setting the Annual Work Programme, establishing a stable framework of tentative activities resulting from a consultation process initiated at the beginning of the project.