The #CAPIS Spring Seminar Series 2023 offers a stimulating set of discussions on EU politics, policies, and lobbying. Organized under the scientific coordination of Prof. Laura Polverari (University of Padua), the seminars bring together distinguished scholars and practitioners to explore key themes shaping the European Union today.

All sessions will take place at Aula B, Ca’ Dottori, from 10:30 to 13:30.

Seminar Program

• 2 May 2023
  Types of interest representation in the EU and the role of the European Economic and Social Committee
  Guest Speaker: Pierluigi Brombo (European Economic and Social Committee)

• 4 May 2023
  EU migration and anti-poverty strategies: challenges and opportunities
  Guest Speakers:

  – Simone Baglioni (University of Parma)
  – Stephen Sinclair (Glasgow Caledonian University)

• 9 May 2023
  What does it take to be a successful lobbyist in Brussels?
  Guest Speaker: Francesco Briganti (Secretary General, CBBA-Europe; President, ItalyUntold)

• 25 May 2023
  The EU Recovery Instrument Next Generation EU: state of play and outlook
  Guest Speaker: Justus Schönlau (European Committee of the Regions)

• 8 June 2023
  Business lobbying in the EU
  Guest Speaker: David Coen (University College London)

The CAPIS seminar series provides a unique opportunity for students, researchers, and the wider public to engage with pressing issues and current debates in European governance.

Participation is open to all those interested.

#CAPIS Spring Seminar Series 2023 – Programme Overview