ICE - Institute for Central Europe

For years we’ve warned that air and missile defence is one of NATO’s biggest vulnerabilities on its eastern flank. In this mini-brief, Miro Sedlák explains why the Iran conflict is a wake-up call for Europe and why Central Europe must accelerate action. iceoz.eu/what-the-iran-…

How have European attitudes toward migration changed over the past decade? Our new analysis compares France, Germany and the Visegrad countries using Eurobarometer data (2014–2024). 📊 New research from the ACRONYM project: iceoz.eu/how-have-europ… #PublicOpinion #Publication

🆕 New interviews on our website François Gemenne and Anneliese Depoux reflect on their research mobilities in Bratislava and how collaboration within #ACRONYMProject enhanced our capabilities. 👉🏻 Read the interviews: iceoz.eu/reflections-fr…

We’re excited to welcome Miro Sedlák to our team 👏🏼 His new mini-brief – The Iran Conflict and European Energy Security – cuts through the noise on what the conflict means for Europe and the policy choices ahead. Read more: iceoz.eu/11576/

🎥 François reflects on his mobility in Bratislava 🇸🇰 From joint writing sessions to comparative insights on migration, collaboration remains at the heart of the #ACRONYMproject. Watch the interview ⬇️

Great to meet again with the team from the Migration Office and the Center of Services for Foreigners👏🏼 We presented our ACRONYM policy paper, key ptoject findings and discussed possible future cooperation✨ #Research #Policy

🌍 How are Europe’s leaders responding to climate migration? In our last educational video, Dina Ionesco (UN Refugee Agency) reflects on Europe’s response to climate-induced mobility and why progress must go hand in hand with empathy and deeper understanding. #ACRONYMexplains

We often assume that if people just know the facts, they will act💡 But climate inaction and democratic polarization show that information alone doesn’t drive change. Read our new article 📖: iceoz.eu/why-facts-are-… #ClimateAction #ICEperspective

Migration debates in Europe aren't just about numbers 📊 They're about narratives, trust and moral frameworks. 📘 Our new ACRONYM policy paper explores why cooperation on migration so often fails and what could make it possible. #PolicyPaper iceoz.eu/new-policy-pap…

🗺️ What is radical cartography and how can maps reshape migrant journeys? Lucie Bacon (Migrinter) explores how maps can go beyond borders and statistics to represent lived experiences of migration. 🎬 Our channel: @acronymproject?si=80e1WnD0HYfAS0Ei" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@acronymprojec… #ACRONYMproject #ACRONYMexplains

🎓 New from #ACRONYMProject 🥳 Our Educational Package on Migration brings together: 📘 classroom teaching activities 🎬 short expert videos Designed for secondary schools & universities. ➡️ Explore & download on our website: iceoz.eu/introducing-th… #MigrationEducation

5️⃣ teaching activities address key dimensions of migration studies, including migration categories and terminology, migration theories, media and film analysis, integration policies, and narrative approaches through literature. #TeachingResources

📰 How do media language and journalists shape migration narratives? In this educational video, @CharlesAutheman explains why balanced, fact-based reporting matters in a context of misinformation and polarised debate. 🎬 Check our #YouTube channel: @acronymproject?si=OqJkKutmCWA_zTH7" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@acronymprojec…

One word to describe the ACRONYM project? ➡️ #connection : read an #interview with Clarissa Tabosa, our Chair in #migration and #asylum studies, now on our website 🙌🏼 🔗 iceoz.eu/an-interview-w…

🎙️ Zahraničná politika sa za posledných 5–6 rokov zmenila viac než za tri dekády po roku 1989. „Mier už nemôžeme považovať za samozrejmosť.“ 🎥 Ukážka z podcastu Slovensko a svet očami diplomatov 🎧 Celý diel: m.youtube.com/watch?v=AQRfSV…

Same spot, different mobilities 🌍✨ François, Névyne & Anneliese with the Old Town Hall in the background 🏰📸 #ACRONYMproject #Bratislava #Mobilities

What does integration really mean? 🌍 Başak Yavçan (@migpolgroup) explores integration as a two-way process, with responsibilities for both migrants and host communities & shares examples of effective policies worldwide. ▶️ Watch more: @acronymproject?si=l8a9jBaVNRP84_RP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@acronymprojec… #ACRONYMexplains

🎙️ Prečo vzniklo ICE? Začiatok roka je ideálnym momentom pripomenúť si našu víziu. 🎥 Video úryvok z podcastu Slovensko a svet očami diplomatov. 🎧 Celá epizóda: youtu.be/AQRfSVwtXK8?si… #ICE #ThinkTank

As the year ends, we thank our partners and supporters for your trust and collaboration. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a successful, inspiring New Year🎄 We look forward to continuing our work together in 2026. — The Team at the Institute for Central Europe

Happy Holidays from the Acronym Project Team! 🎄 We wish all members of the ACRONYM community a peaceful holiday season and a warm start to the New Year✨ Thank you for being part of this journey with us and we look forward to sharing the project’s final outcomes soon! 🥳