The international conference will gather around 60 participants, including representatives of governments and line ministries, development agencies, academia, NGOs, businesses, media, and international experts. Travel and accommodation are foreseen for participants from V4 countries, Moldova, and the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, North Macedonia). The conference will present the final results of joint research, including the e-book on mobilizing green investment, and focus on policy recommendations for Montenegro and Moldova as they align with Chapter 27 - Environment and Climate Change. Comparative lessons from the Visegrad countries will be highlighted, drawing on accession and post-accession experience with wastewater treatment, waste management, renewable energy, and industrial adaptation. Each thematic block will be introduced by speakers from V4, Montenegro, and Moldova, followed by panel debates with WB stakeholders. Interpretation will be provided to ensure inclusive debate. The conference will conclude with a set of policy recommendations, distributed to ministries and agencies in Montenegro and Moldova and disseminated via partner networks and media. As the final project event, it will combine outputs with policy dialogue, awareness raising, and evaluation of results, strengthening cooperation between V4, Montenegro, Moldova, and WB6 on meeting EU environmental obligations through innovative financing.

As part of the project, the materials collected, the data and the analysis conducted will be used to develop advanced software that will simulate the operation of the power grid in the context of electric car chargers. This software, together with the results obtained during the research, will provide a solid basis for writing a scientific publication. This publication will describe in detail the methodology, results and proposed solutions, which will contribute to the enrichment of knowledge in the energy field. In addition, the project results and key findings will be presented at an international scientific conference organized by the Polish Society of Theoretical and Applied Electrical Engineering. The presentation, which will be available online, will enable the project to reach a wide audience, including experts, practitioners and students interested in the topics of renewable energy sources and grid load. As a result, the project will gain greater visibility and its results can be widely discussed and implemented in practice.

A field excursion in the Bratislava area (Bratislava City Forests - Lesopark). The excursion will start before sunset (19:45) near the First pond (Železná studnička). Visitors will be introduced to bat ecology and biology (first part) by an experienced expert on bats. In the second part, visitors will observe bats with detectors for echolocating signals; the expert will also show the trapping of bats using specialised nets.

A joint V4 youth meeting (PL–HU–SK) focused on developing sports skills, promoting healthy lifestyles, and strengthening practical competences. The one‑week program includes an international water polo tournament (round‑robin format) on 28–29 August 2026, complemented by educational workshops supporting both physical and personal development. Participants will take part in a stress‑management workshop led by a sports psychologist, a balanced‑nutrition workshop for youth athletes, and a session on proper warm‑up techniques before training and matches—activities directly reinforcing the “Health and active lifestyle” priority through evidence‑based sports routines and well‑being practices. In addition, the program builds “Practical competences and entrepreneurship” by encouraging teamwork, self‑discipline, responsibility, decision‑making, and proactive goal‑setting during both sports and workshop activities. A cultural visit to the Warsaw Old Town and a visit to the Embassy of Hungary further broaden the participants’ social and intercultural skills. The event is open to the public, and results, photos, and materials will be shared via organizers’ websites and social media.

Launch of the Anthology in Poland. Each partner will organize their own book launch, so the authors will have an other kind of experience too, and they also can meet with some local readers. It helps us to reach more people to introduce them our project in a national level too. The organizer of the event will introduce the project, the Visegrad Fund and the authors too, then the authors will read their texts to the audience and they also can talk about their experiences.

During these days, the main football tournament will take place, and everything will be carefully organized. A total of four playing fields will be prepared and divided according to the match schedule. Each of the 20 participating teams will have access to its own changing room, as will the referees and organizing staff. A dedicated room will also be available for lectures and accompanying activities.In the changing rooms, teams will receive all necessary materials for the smooth running of the tournament—team sheets, match schedules, bulletins, and a supply of drinking water. Around the fields, tents will be set up for guests, meal distribution, and for announcers and technical support. Sound equipment will be in place, and the event will be hosted by a live commentator throughout the tournament.The venue will be decorated with sponsor banners and flags of all participating countries, emphasizing the international character of the tournament. Referees, medical staff, and organizers will be on-site to ensure everything runs smoothly. There will also be refreshment stands for visitors and additional activities that are typically part of such a sports event.

The presentation of the most outstanding documentary projects in post-production will take place at the prestigious Sarajevo Film Festival, with the aim of drawing international attention to promising works from V4 and V4+ countries. The event has long served as a launchpad for many successful documentaries from the region. Docu Talents features concise eight-minute presentations by each project’s director and producer, enabling them to introduce their work to key international stakeholders attending the festival. In addition, we facilitate a series of tailored meetings between participating filmmakers and selected decision-makers from across the global industry present in Sarajevo. An international jury will identify and award the most promising projects. Building on the strong results of previous editions—which have supported numerous V4 co-productions in gaining selection at major international film festivals—the event continues to enhance the visibility of the region’s documentary filmmaking. Additional industry experts from the V4 region are invited to participate, and Emerging Producers alumni are traditionally present, further strengthening opportunities for networking, exchange, and collaboration.

The summer school will be a three-day, interdisciplinary educational event bringing together students, researchers, activists, and artists from the Visegrad countries. It will combine lectures, workshops, discussions, and creative sessions focused on motherhood, women's rights, care, and democratic participation in post-socialist contexts. Led by members of the project team and invited participants, the program will integrate academic knowledge, practical activism, and cultural expression. This output directly supports the project's objectives by fostering critical engagement with gendered social structures, building regional networks, and equipping participants with tools for analysis, advocacy, and public communication. It strengthens intergenerational and cross-sectoral dialogue, promotes critical knowledge exchange, and supports the long-term goal of creating sustainable, regionally grounded infrastructure for addressing gender inequalities and democratic challenges.

The 24. VSS will implement a 10-day educational program at Villa Decius under the theme “The Future of Information.” The program will integrate lectures, expert debates, and practical workshops addressing information as a technological resource, a democratic cornerstone, and a security challenge requiring counter-disinformation education. Topics will include the influence of Big Tech, artificial intelligence, ethical dilemmas, media freedom and regulation, polarization, disinformation, digital competences, and the future of journalism. Lectures will provide theoretical and inspirational input, while workshops will equip participants with methodological tools to operationalize knowledge and design group projects proposing innovative solutions to regional challenges. Integration activities will promote cultural exchange and strengthen cooperation among participants from the V4, the Western Balkans, the Eastern Partnership, and other European countries. A key component will be at least two study visits in Kraków and the Małopolska region, enabling participants to explore sites of historical and cultural importance, linking the role of information with Europe’s heritage and democratic values. By combining expert knowledge, peer learning, and experiential visits, the School will create a dynamic environment that empowers participants to critically reflect on the future of information and its impact on Europe’s democratic and social landscape.

This event builds on the success of the inaugural Visegrad Jazz Summit 2024, held in Přerov, Czech Republic. The successful realization of the second edition requires thorough individual and collective preparation. All performers will gather two days before the opening concert for intensive rehearsals of the selected repertoire. The rehearsal process will include at least two focused sessions aimed at fine-tuning the ensemble’s performance to ensure a memorable, cohesive, and artistically rich experience for the audience. Concert Programme Structure: Part 1: Premiere of the three winning compositions by young composers. Part 2: Announcement of the competition results, presentation of the winners, and awarding of financial prizes. Part 3: Performance of five original compositions by members of the orchestra. This dramaturgical structure ensures that young composers receive a prominent platform at the beginning of the concert to showcase their new works. The second part celebrates their achievements, while the final section highlights the creativity and virtuosity of the orchestra's professional members through their own compositions. This balanced format fosters intergenerational dialogue and artistic exchange, offering the audience a diverse and compelling musical experience.

The 3-day (15 hours in total) Institutional Capacity Building Training and Strategic Retreat, held in Dilijan, Armenia, will strengthen the institutional, governance, and strategic capacities of the Armenian National LEADER Network (ARMLAG) and its member Local Action Groups. The activity will involve 24 participants, consisting of three representatives from each of the eight Armenian Local Action Groups, 8 of whom are active members of ARMLAG. Participants will include LAG managers, board members, and key coordinators responsible for governance, strategy, and advocacy. The programme will combine expert-led training sessions with a facilitated strategic retreat, ensuring that learning is directly translated into institutional development. Core training topics will include LEADER governance models, EU rural development policies and funding mechanisms, organizational development, strategic planning, and the advocacy role of national LEADER networks. The Hungarian partner will lead training modules on LEADER governance, network management and community-led local development, strategic planning, institutional sustainability, and cooperation between LAGs and public authorities, and will provide ongoing coaching during the strategic retreat for ARMLAG's Strategic Plan based on Hungary’s long-term LEADER implementation experience. The Czech partner will contribute to advocacy, scaling LEADER initiatives, and supporting discussions on visibility and policy dialogue.