Europe Day 2020

9/5/2020

 

Europe Day on 9 May is an occasion to celebrate peace and unity in Europe.

 

The date marks the anniversary of the historic 'Schuman declaration' that is considered to be the beginning of what is now the European Union.

 

Each year, the EU institutions in Brussels open their doors to the public for celebrations and activities, while EU Delegations around the world organise events throughout the whole month of May. Due to the Coronavirus crisis, there will be no open doors events in Brussels or in the Delegations to celebrate Europe Day this year, as the ongoing crisis leaves no room for social gatherings.

 

However, online events are organized all over the world. For more information follow the link https://eeas.europa.eu/headquarters/headquarters-homepage/77987/europe-day-2020-together-we-are-europe_en

 

Also, in order to demonstrate solidarity with those most affected by the current crisis and to honour Europe Day, the European Parliament calls upon all citizens to put the EU flag at their window this Saturday, 9 May and Join a special Facebook live event on https://www.facebook.com/events/236198284319637