ABOUT THE INSTITUTE FOR DANUBE REGION AND CENTRAL EUROPE
The Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (IDM) is a regional think tank registered as an association and predominantly financed by public funds.
Founded in 1953, the Vienna-based institute carries out research with a geographical focus on Central, East and South East Europe, particularly focusing on the Danube Region.
Through events, publications and educational activities, the experts of the IDM aim to transfer knowledge and initiate debates that revolve around the central questions of our time:
• How can we strengthen and guarantee a democratic, peaceful and resilient future of (Central) Europe?
• What policies will improve processes of EU enlargement and further integration?
• Which concrete actions enhance cross-border cooperation in the region?
More about our institute’s mission and vision can be found here.
COOPERATION WITH UNIVERSITY FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION KREMS
Since January 1, 2022, there has been a cooperation agreement with the University for Continuing Education Krems – Danube University. The objective is the development and implementation of joint activities for the implementation of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR) as well as the further development of scientific and technical competence at the IDM and the University for Continuing Education Krems in research and teaching within the framework of the overall university research priorities according to the development plan of the University for further education Krems.
As part of the new cooperation between the University for Continuing Education Krems and the IDM, joint projects such as events and the publication of scientific articles related to the neighboring Central and Southeastern European countries are being carried out. It also includes activities within the framework of the EUSDR. The IDM also oversees the secretariat for the Danube Rectors’ Conference (DRC).
EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVES – REGIONAL ACTIONS. COOPERATION AND EXPERTISE SINCE 1953
In line with our slogan, the IDM will in future focus more on questions relating to the future of the European Union, with a particular focus on Central and South-Eastern Europe.
Our areas of responsibility are constantly expanding, because the development of the region is of eminent importance for peace and stability throughout Europe. Of course, this presents us with new challenges every day. We can only master this together with our network of cooperation partners, companions, friends and sponsors! A very special thank you goes to our members!
You can find an overview of our sponsors and supporters here.
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