Inclusivity in policy-making - Power to the people? With the EU in the biggest crisis of its existence and European citizens’ trust in political institutions shrinking, what role should elements of direct democracy play in decision-making at national and EU level?
Inclusivity in childhood education and care: Considering the disparities in accessibility and quality of early childhood education and childcare as well as their importance for children’s future opportunities and development, what approach should the EU and its Member States take in this challenge to equal opportunities?
Computerisation of the labour market: With the US Bureau of Labour Statistics expecting a substantial decline of jobs in certain job sectors in 2022 because of computerisation, what direction should the EU head to in order to ensure a sustainable labour market?
Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM): Taking into account that female PhD students only represented 28% and 21% in Engineering and Computing respectively in 2015, to what extent should the EU make gender equality within STEM fields a priority?
The price of free online services: Taking into account the widespread use of behavioural targeting in advertising, making the selling of data a lucrative business model for companies, what stance should the EU take in the balance between the protection of online privacy for its citizens and the economic interests of the enterprises providing the data?
Sustainability in urban technology: In light of Europe’s ever-growing energy demands, what role should the concept of smart cities play in promoting a sustainable future for Europe?
People with disabilities in education: Considering the wide range of challenges faced by people with disabilities within national education systems, what approach should the EU and its Member States take towards inequalities in the classroom?
Welcoming the ‘newcomers’? Bearing in mind many citizens' growing concerns over the influx of refugees as well as Member States' commitment to the Common Basic Principles for Immigrant Integration, what stance should the EU take towards integrating recognised refugees in European societies and enhancing social cohesion?