European Federation for Intercultural Learning
Contributing to peace and justice in a diverse world by promoting intercultural understanding and sensitivity among European and other countries, organisations and citizens
The European Federation for Intercultural Learning (EFIL) is the umbrella platform for AFS organisations in Europe and the Mediterranean.
Our work
We work to expand access to inclusive and high-quality intercultural mobility through advocacy, increasing inclusivity, diversification and quality of intercultural learning opportunities and fostering active citizenship through volunteerism and intercultural learning experiences while supporting national and international organisations with similar purposes.
Our areas of impact
Under EFIL's Strategic Plan 2022-2025, our key strategic statements are structured within three areas of impact: Advocacy, Intercultural Learning, and Active Citizenship.
Advocacy
Engaging in advocacy to contribute to expand access to inclusive and high quality intercultural mobility
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Intercultural learning
Working to increase inclusivity, diversification and quality of intercultural learning opportunities.
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Active citizenship
Fostering active citizenship through volunteerism and intercultural learning experiences.
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EFIL Member Organisations
EFIL is the umbrella organisation of AFS organisations in Europe and the Mediterranean. As of 2024, EFIL comprises 26 member organisations in Europe and beyond.
Latest news
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2024 EU ELECTION CAMPAIGN #ActiveAFSers
The European Federation for Intercultural Learning contributes to Europe’s future by providing intercultural education and promoting the active participation of… -
EFIL’s endorsed reaction to Europe on the Move
The reaction of EFIL to the Proposal for a Council recommendation ‘Europe on the Move’ is out (March 2024)! By… -
Teacher Training: Individual Pupil Mobility and recognition of its learning outcomes – focus on intercultural competence
Go to registration form Location: Thessaloniki, Greece Dates: 31/10/2024 – 3/11/2024 Duration: 3 days of training course + 1…
EYF annual theme
In 2024, EFIL’s annual theme under EYF, “Advancing Volunteer-based Youth Work for better ICL, learning mobility and citizenship education” aims at promoting the importance and recognition of youth work by enhancing the capacity building of youth organisations and workers, improving support for young people, fostering intercultural learning, mobility, and active citizenship, and contributing to a more just and peaceful world.
Our story
It has been over 50 years since the European Federation for Intercultural Learning (EFIL) started working towards promoting intercultural understanding and sensitivity among European Organisations, citizens and beyond.
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