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“A democratic future depends on collective resistance and accountability for war crimes and repressions by the Russian state."- Ekaterina Khazina, Platforma International

Ekaterina Khazina is a researcher and activist who coordinates projects, crowdfunding efforts, and media campaigns in support of political prisoners in Russia. She is a member of Memorial France and Platforma International — an alliance of Russian anti-war and pro-democracy organisations, activists and research initiatives active on a wide range of issues including human rights, humanitarian law, education, culture, decolonisation, LGBTQ+ rights and feminism.

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“Our role as communicators is crucial in making sure the voices of civil society are heard.”- Dylan Power, Civil Society Europe (CSE)

Dylan Power is the Communications and Outreach Officer at Civil Society Europe (CSE), the platform for civil society organisations at EU level. It brings together 24 European networks composed of European and national civil society organisations in different areas of citizens' concerns. CSE promotes a space for structured civil dialogue and citizens’ participation at all levels

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“Find the balance between communications and policy and shape the message together from the very beginning.”- Oriana Henry, The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC)

Oriana Henry is Communications Officer at BEUC-The European Consumers Organisation, which represents independent consumer organisations to the EU institutions. It defends the interests of European consumers across a range of topics including digital rights, energy, food, health, safety, sustainability and trade policy.    

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“The education system should enable children and young people to become agents of change” – Gabrielle Franck – QUEST

Gabrielle Franck is a Policy Officer for Quality Education in Europe for Sustainable Social Transformation (QUEST), a European network that brings together civil society organisations, schools, universities and public bodies advocating for change in education and lifelong learning.

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“It is up to the individual to decide whether or not to have a family” – Johanna Tassot - ESHRE

Johanna Tassot works as a policy officer for the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE). Her organisation promotes study and research in the field of reproduction. She advocates for better policies for people affected by infertility and for the medical professionals helping them.

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“You cannot have a circular economy without the social element at its core” – Marie-Jeanne Gaertner – RREUSE

Marie-Jeanne Gaertner joined RREUSE almost 2 years ago. RREUSE is an international network of social enterprises working in the circular economy. She works on textiles policies and coordinates RREUSE’s participation in a Horizon Europe funded project that aims to increase circularity and sustainability in textiles and clothing in Europe: Circular & Sustainable Textiles & Clothing (CISUTAC).

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