Experience European Politics: Model European Parliament Slovakia

What is the Model European Parliament?

Model European Parliament is a conference for the European Union's youth, with a tradition all over the continent dating back 25 years. The delegates at the conference convene in different committees, where they discuss the problems EU is facing and try to find solutions. Delegates work on their English, presentation and diplomacy skills. They get to know engaged peers, as well as seasoned politicians on the national or European level. Civic engagement in public affairs is stressed throughout the conferences, as well as the idea of awareness of current affairs. The first national round of MEP took place in Bratislava in June 2017. 80 participants from Slovakia and abroad attended and worked in 5 different committees.

When I first came to MEP, I was dumbstruck by the sheer fervor with which people dived into lengthy discussions on how to solve predicaments that the European Union struggles to cope with. Not too long after, I was not just an observer, but rather an active participant, accepted into acommunity of likewise people, who together look forward to a Better Europe.

Juraj Jursa

MEP was a special experience from the start. Seeing two hundred young Europeans in one place eager to make new friends, and not shying away from discussing difficult topics is something one doesn't experience every day. I realized that even though we Europeans all come from different cultures, there is more of what connects us, than what divides us.

Jasna Cifrová

I finally realized that I truly was a big fish in a small pond. The people I met showed me how much I don't know that I don't know, and that is a very valuable lesson, if you ask me. I I got to know lots of new people, which is always a good thing; I shouldn't exclude that these conferences always help me to feel more comfortable with public speaking and formulating my ideas clearly.

Rastislav Jonis

MEP motivated me to be active, to make a change, to engage and influence the world around me. That is also what I am taking from the conference. Not only all the new international friendships, but also the will to stay ambitious, the knowledge that I am able to contribute, and the sense of unity among the European Union (and beyond).

Kristína Smiešková

The event itself left me feeling more fullfilled and revealed to me more of who I truly am. I learned many things, including how to work with people, when to speak and what to say, and I also learned a great deal about the standards and principles of other member states.

Samuel Šafin

MEP convinced me that if one wants to persuade someone, they ought to listen to them first and do their best to comprehend their opponent’s doctrine. I will always remember to seek to understand my opponents’ perspective, and only afterwards will I try to change their minds. Thus, MEP truly helped me shape my approach towards the people whose views differ from mine.

Tomáš Ťapák

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