After today, ARENAS will no longer post updates and content on X. We believe the X platform no longer suits the objectives of the project or our communication needs. After careful consideration,  ARENAS has decided to open an account on Bluesky and we look forward to welcoming our followers at @arenasproject.bsky.social #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

🎧 The final episode of this ARENAS Podcast is now available! The ARENAS Podcast concludes its first eight-part series, The Historical Roots of Extremist Narratives in Europe, presented by Firdaous Alaoui and produced by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (@UABBarcelona). This series explores the roots of extremism across ten European countries, featuring expert analysis and thought-provoking discussions with leading specialists in the field. In the final episode, "Slovenia: Confronting the Ghosts of the Past", Tjaša Konovšek from the Institute of Contemporary History of Ljubljana (@inz_lj) shares her expertise. 🎧Listen here: youtube.com/watch?v=gArbCx2g… 📻 Catch up on previous episodes here: arenasproject.eu/arenas-podc… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

Join us on 11 February for a roundtable hosted by The Institute of Contemporary History in Ljubljana - @inz_lj , Slovenia, as part of the ARENAS project. This event will explore the historical roots of extremist narratives in current European debates. Moderated by Senior Research Fellow Jure Gašparič, the panel will feature Claudia Jareno-Gila (@UniversiteCergy), @KatalinMiklossy (@helsinkiuni), and @StevenForti (@UABBarcelona). 🕑 Time: 2–3 pm CET 🗣️ Language: English 📍 Lecture room, @inz_lj 💻 Online: Join via link us06web.zoom.us/j/8985507833… Learn more about the the event in our new blog post: arenasproject.eu/invitation-… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

Have you downloaded the latest ARENAS e-zine? Over the past six months, the project has reached key milestones—publishing major reports, presenting results at conferences, and hosting events, including a significant international conference. With media coverage across Europe and recognition through a prestigious EU award, there's a lot to catch up on. The e-zine covers all these updates and introduces the amazing Partners behind the achievements. Get your FREE copy now: arenasproject.eu/download/19… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

The ARENAS Work Package Leaders held their first meeting of 2025 this week. After a very successful 2024, plans are already well-advanced to build on that success. The consortium already has several events scheduled over the coming months where our latest research will be shared. For the most up-to-date information please follow our social media channels, subscribe to our ezine and visit our website. #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

🎧 A new episode of the ARENAS Podcast is now live! The ARENAS Podcast continues its engaging eight-part series, The Historical Roots of Extremist Narratives in Europe, hosted by Firdaous Alaoui and produced by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (@UABBarcelona). This thought-provoking series examines the rise of extremism across 10 European countries, featuring in-depth discussions with leading experts in the field. In this episode, "Serbia and Croatia: Nationalism, Religion, and the Struggle for Identity", @GrubackiIsidora from the Institute of Contemporary History in Ljubljana joins the conversation. 🎧 Listen now: youtube.com/watch?v=OD3fpqme… 📻 Explore the previous episodes here: arenasproject.eu/arenas-podc… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

Our @HorizonEU sister project @SmidgeProject is tackling online extremism among middle-aged audiences with a new platform to identify and analyseharmful content in videos. This innovative platform supports researchers and policymakers in addressing extremist narratives across platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X, including topics such as anti-vax misinformation, far-right ideologies, and religious extremism. The ARENAS team is proud to highlight this important work by SMIDGE and invites you to explore this valuable resource to help build digital resilience and safer online spaces. 🔗 Explore the platform: qkss.smidgeproject.eu/ #OnlineExtremism #DigitalResilience #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

TOMORROW: 📢 Reflecting on the Charlie Hebdo Attacks: 10 Years After Join us on Tuesday, 7th January, as the University of Düsseldorf – @HHU_de hosts an afternoon of insightful talks to mark the 10th anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo shootings. Speakers include: 🎙️ @RolfKailuweit – Professor of Romance Linguistics at @HHU_de. 🎙️ Wanignon Aidjinou – PhD student exploring media representations of collective tragedies. 🎙️ Gérôme Truc – Sociologist and @CNRS research fellow, specialising in social reactions to terrorist attacks. The event will be conducted in French and can be attended online. Full details and programme available in our new blog post: arenasproject.eu/udus-hosts-… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

The past six months have been an exciting journey for the ARENAS project – publishing key reports, sharing results at conferences and seminars, hosting major events, and receiving recognition through a prestigious EU award. Our latest e-zine captures these milestones and celebrates the hard work of our Partners across Europe. Take a lookinside and download your free copy today: arenasproject.eu/e-zine/. Here’s to an even moresuccessful and inspiring 2025! 🎉 #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

Listen back to the ARENAS Podcast Series 🎧 This eight-part series, hosted by Firdaous Alaoui and produced by @UABBarcelona team, explores the Historical Roots of Extremist Narratives in Europe. Featuring expert members of the ARENAS consortium, the episodes explore unique experiences and contexts across 10 European countries. Catch up on all six episodes that have been published so far, and stay tuned as the series continues in 2025! 🎧 Listen here: arenasproject.eu/arenas-podc… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, happiness, and well-deserved rest. Happy Holidays from the entire ARENAS team! #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

📢 Reflecting on the Charlie Hebdo Attacks: 10 Years After Join us on Tuesday, 7th January, as the University of Düsseldorf – @HHU_de hosts an afternoon of insightful talks to mark the 10th anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo shootings. Speakers include: 🎙️ @RolfKailuweit – Professor of Romance Linguistics at @HHU_de. 🎙️ Wanignon Aidjinou – PhD student exploring media representations of collective tragedies. 🎙️ Gérôme Truc – Sociologist and @CNRS research fellow, specialising in social reactions to terrorist attacks. The event will be conducted in French and can be attended online. Full details and programme available in our new blog post: arenasproject.eu/udus-hosts-… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

🎧 A new episode of the ARENAS Podcast is now available! The ARENAS Podcast continues its eight-part series, The Historical Roots of Extremist Narratives in Europe, hosted by Firdaous Alaoui and produced by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB). This series explores the emergence of extremism in 10 different countries across Europe, offering unique insights from leading experts in the field. In the sixth episode, “Italy: Pride, Patriotism, and the Politics of Extremism”, Dri. @StevenForti joins the conversation to unpack the dynamics shaping extremist narratives in Italy. Don’t miss out—new episodes are released every two weeks. 🎧 Listen to the latest episode here: youtube.com/watch?v=4yruVyvA… 📻 Catch up on previous episodes here: arenasproject.eu/arenas-podc… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

The past six months have seen the ARENAS project publish key reports, present project results at conferences and seminars and host several events, including a major international conference. The project has also received considerable profile in media across Europe as well as its contribution recognised in the awarding of a major EU prize. Our latest e-zine reports on all of this activity and introduces the Partners who have worked hard to achieve these outcomes. Download your FREE copy here: arenasproject.eu/download/19…. #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

Dr. @StevenForti, researcher at @UABBarcelona and a Work Package Leader in the @ArenasEu project, has been interviewed by a leading Spanish newspaper @el_pais. The article explores the growing transnational networks of the far right, underscoring the importance of our research in this critical area. The full article in Spanish is available here: elpais.com/espana/2024-12-15… #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

The ARENAS Work Package 5 team, led by Béatrice Fracchiolla (@CNRS), has authored a comprehensive report on gender equality across Europe. It aims to provide a concise overview of gender equality activities in the partner countries over the past decade, in order to understand the current situation. Download the Report on Gender Equality in European Countries for free at arenasproject.eu/resources/. #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_

We are preparing our next e-zine, which will be sent to subscribers shortly. Be the first to receive updates on ARENAS project’s work by subscribing today. Our bi-annual digital newsletters provide exclusive insights and updates straight to your inbox. 📩 Subscribe now: arenasproject.eu/e-zine/ #ARENASproject #HorizonEU #ResponsestoExtremistNarratives @UniversiteCergy @UABBarcelona @inz_lj @InstitutICPS @helsinkiuni @CNRS @HHU_de @UniGenova @UCYOfficial @MomentumInnov @Water_On_Mars_