As part of the winter school, the youth participated in a special activity through the European Parliament Simulation Game. The event began with welcoming remarks from the organizers, who briefly presented the purpose of the activity and its importance for the participants. The simulation game of the European Parliament was explained in detail, emphasizing the learning of the structure and functions of the European Parliament. This session paved the way for a deeper discussion on the European Union and its role in global politics.
A discussion was held on the importance of the European Union, with a focus on understanding its constituent institutions. Participants engaged in an interactive conversation, where the key roles and functions of institutions such as the European Parliament, the European Commission, and the European Council were clarified. This session aimed to raise awareness and foster a thorough understanding of how these institutions influence policy-making and decision-making at the European and global levels.
Following the discussion, participants were divided into different roles within the structure of the European Parliament, according to the game instructions. Each participant was assigned a specific role representing a political or functional position within the EP, setting the stage for the simulation that will take place in the next session. This phase of the activity facilitated the active engagement of participants in the simulation game, helping them to better understand the inner dynamics of European legislation.
Participants were also informed about the next steps and the upcoming session, which will involve more complex simulations of the EU legislative process.
Today’s event served as an effective introduction for the participants, focusing on familiarizing them with the structures of the European Union and the various roles within the European Parliament. This preparatory session laid the foundation for a deeper and more active experience in future simulations of the EP.
