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“If I had to describe EFA 2022 in a few words, I would call it inspiring and encouraging. Inspiring because I met so many interesting people who could inspire me with their struggles for justice. Encouraging, because these same people encouraged me that it is worthwhile to stand up for our future.”
“EFA is not just an ordinary conference, it’s what you make of it: during my time in Alpbach, I experienced new teaching styles, I broadened my horizons, and discovered new areas of interest. Alpbach truly made me aware of countless opportunities I had not yet taken into consideration. I feel very privileged to have had the opportunity to be a part of such an incredible forum and meet so many incredbile people.”
“From the very beginning, I felt like part of a welcoming family. What struck me most about Senza Confini is that despite our diverse backgrounds, representing three different countries, we seamlessly blended. Looking back, it feels like I’ve known my Senza Confini family for much longer than just two weeks.”
“My two weeks in Alpbach were full of unique opportunities, so I can’t really pinpoint what my personal highlight was. CASC’s Alpe Adria Reception and organizing a fireside chat with Cédric Villani were certainly among my favorite moments at EFA. Generally, I had a great time hanging out with all the scholarship holders from our club; I enjoyed being a part of such a vibrant group.”
“Nowhere else as in Alpbach have I encountered curiosity and respect from every person I have come into contact with. It is difficult to find another place where so many stories, cultures and thoughts are present, blending together in an atmosphere of absolute tolerance, respect and reciprocity.”
“For me, the entire seminar week was a fantastic concept: it provided a space to engage with young people in a more focused setting. Another highlight were the “Food for Thought” sessions, where I could discuss in safe spaces in which everyone felt empowered and had the chance to contribute. I was particularly impressed by how knowledgeable and confident many young participants were in their fields.”
“Fireside chats were among my highlights in Alpbach: talking to numerous people in an informal setting where it was not scary to ask naive questions was amazing. It was also surreal to meet the presidents of Kosovo, Slovenia, and Austria. Presidents are always so close and yet so far; meeting them was an absolute joy.”
“My personal highlight of the European Forum Alpbach 2024 was meeting incredible scholarship holders with diverse backgrounds and engaging in thought-provoking discussions, particularly during the first seminar week. The two intense weeks spent together offered a rich intellectual and cultural exchange that truly broadened my perspectives.”
“I signed up for the 4Cs4U seminar by the Austrian Military Academy to encounter a teaching style I would normally not find at university, and it was the best thing I could do. We could always be outside in nature and work in small groups, which allowed us to form very close bonds with our teams.”
