FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Spain
Address
Carrer Sant Eusebi 48-50Country
City
BarcelonaProvince
BarcelonaMobile Phone
+34678609767Telephone
+ 34 93 2388932E-Mail (2)
dcamats@catalunyaeuropa.catWebsite
Click HereYear of Establishment
2007Contact Person1
Dolors CamatsJob Title 1
DirectorContact Person 2
Mireia SantacreuJob Title 2
CoordinatorOrganisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit FoundationFields of Activity
Democracy and community development, Environment/Sustainable development, Research, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Foundational Manifesto
Barcelona, 2 January 2008
Catalonia’s national personality is endowed with an undeniable European vocation. Catalonia is part of the history of Europe. Catalonia is and wants to continue being, a powerful region of Europe and one of its engines. Catalonia can contribute to the common European heritage its economic prosperity, its capacity for innovation, its social cohesion and its cultural and linguistic identity. And at the same time, Catalonia wants to learn and exchange ideas, models, proposals and projects with the rest of European regions and nationalities.
In the eyes of the rest of the world, Europe has become a benchmark of quality for its peaceful coexistence, despite having suffered two devastating wars, for its democratic political system, for its economic prosperity and for its social and multicultural model. Europe still needs to create an institutional system and a business and social framework that live up to its capabilities and ambitions.
Europe, however, is not an abstract entity in which we would have to reflect. Europe is a concrete living reality, forged by thousands and thousands of private, public and social initiatives that concur with its progress. Catalonia is part of this reality and, at the same time, contributes to forge it. This involves certain requirements: to achieve the standards of democratic quality, quality of life and excellence in work and in the creation of wealth that are characteristic of Europe.
The Fundació Catalunya Europa was born with the purpose of intervening in the search for the knowledge and good practices that make up this European ideal of democratic, civic, economic and social excellence. With the certainty that Catalonia can contribute a lot, but learn even more. The activity of the Foundation is guided by the conviction that the free circulation of ideas, projects and experiences is necessary to stimulate creativity and emulation.
Pasqual Maragall
Mission and Objectives
The Foundation aims to promote
The active involvement of Catalan society in a united Europe with more democratic quality and more social justice;
Strengthening the global role of urban agglomerations as spaces for social transformation, the struggle for environmental sustainability and democratic innovation;
The permanent dialogue between Catalonia and the other peoples of Spain and Europe, from the respect for their national personality, the recognition of their diversity and their necessary cooperation.
With the aim of becoming a social actor, the Fundació Catalunya Europa - Llegat Pasqual Maragall wants to activate citizen debate, research, publications and training activities, preparing proposals on its own initiative or in collaboration with other institutions and entities that share similar goals.
Main Projects / Activities
To develop these objectives, the FCE carries out the following activities:
Debates: regularly organizes cycles of conferences and round tables that host prominent speakers from the political, cultural and intellectual world at both Catalan and European level, in order to discuss different issues of Catalan and European reality while raising public awareness.
Studies, research and publications: From the Foundation’s team, through fellowships or in collaboration with other institutions and experts, the Foundation develops its research and analysis projects on the established axes and topics.
Seminars: to facilitate workspaces between professionals from various fields for the analysis and proposal of actions with a clear will to influence.
Awards and Scholarships: to promote research on key topics for Catalonia and Europe and to identify young talents in the academic and scientific field. Also, collaborate with academic institutions to facilitate bridges between the world of education and the professional.
See: https://www.catalunyaeuropa.net/en/agenda/
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
We are a leading reference in critical pro-European debate in Catalonia and Spain, encouraging public reflection and spreading knowledge about European affairs. Through conferences, publications, and educational initiatives, we help citizens — especially young people — engage with Europe’s challenges and opportunities, nurturing a sense of shared responsibility and belonging within the European project.
Our programs promote dialogue between academia, civil society, and institutions, addressing key issues such as democratic renewal, social cohesion, environmental sustainability, and territorial balance. We believe that informed, critical, and participatory citizenship is essential to building a more inclusive and resilient Europe.
By joining the Anna Lindh Foundation for Euro-Mediterranean Cooperation, we seek to contribute our experience in education, communication, and civic engagement to strengthen intercultural dialogue across the Mediterranean. We share the Foundation’s mission of promoting mutual understanding, peace, and collaboration between peoples and cultures.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
The Fundació Catalunya Europa (www.catalunyaeuropa.cat
) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting European values, social progress, and sustainable development through research, dialogue, and civic engagement. Founded in 2007 by Pasqual Maragall, former Mayor of Barcelona and President of the Government of Catalonia, the Foundation continues his legacy of fostering European integration, democracy, and intercultural understanding.
Our work focuses on building bridges between local and European perspectives, encouraging collaboration among citizens, institutions, and the academic world. We organize public debates, educational programs, and research projects that address key challenges such as social cohesion, environmental transition, and democratic renewal — all central themes to the Euro-Mediterranean partnership.
Becoming a member of the Anna Lindh Foundation would allow us to strengthen our commitment to dialogue and cooperation across the Mediterranean region. We share the Foundation’s mission of promoting mutual respect, cultural exchange, and peace through people-to-people collaboration. By contributing our experience and network, we aim to enhance synergies between Mediterranean and European actors working for a more inclusive and sustainable future.
In the spirit of Pasqual Maragall’s vision — a Europe built from its cities, regions, and citizens — the Fundació Catalunya Europa aspires to play an active role within the Anna Lindh Foundation, advancing shared values of solidarity, coexistence, and democracy.