European values are more than principles, they are the foundation of inclusive, democratic, respectful, and connected university communities.
As part of the activities developed within WP6, the ACE2-EU European University Alliance is pleased to present two new practical resources: the ACE2-EU Values Brochure and the ACE2-EU Values Idea Box.
The ACE2-EU Values Brochure provides a clear and accessible overview of the fundamental values that guide our Alliance: democracy, human dignity, freedom, equality, the rule of law, human rights, peace, and solidarity. It also offers practical guidance on how these values can be integrated into teaching and learning, mobility programmes, governance, volunteering, research, innovation, and other Alliance activities.
Complementing the brochure, the ACE2-EU Values Idea Box transforms principles into action. It includes creative ideas and practical activities that partner universities can adapt and implement on their campuses, from workshops, debates, exhibitions, cultural events, and student-led initiatives to volunteering activities and community engagement projects.
Together, these resources encourage students, academic and administrative staff, and local communities to explore, discuss, promote, and actively apply European values in everyday university life.
Each ACE2-EU partner university will select and implement at least one activity dedicated to promoting European values. These initiatives will also contribute to the future ACE2-EU Values Week, bringing our university communities together through shared values, creativity, dialogue, and meaningful action.
Because European values are not only principles we share, they are values we learn, practise, and bring to life together.