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About the Organization

The Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA) is Europe’s oldest transnational research network in the field of European affairs. TEPSA aims to stimulate discussion on key European issues and influence European policy-making through academic excellence and collaboration.

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About the Event

TEPSA is launching the RECLAIM Student Paper Contest, inviting university students and young researchers to contribute to the pressing global discussion on strengthening liberal democracies in an age dominated by post-truth politics. Participants are encouraged to propose innovative strategies and recommendations aimed at countering misinformation and populism while safeguarding democratic values.

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Event Dates

Particulars	Details
Paper Submission Deadline	18 May 2025 (Midnight)
Results Announcement	26 May 2025
Final Conference	27 June 2025, Brussels

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Format/Structure

Participants must submit:

• A paper or policy brief (max 2000 words without spaces).
• Focus: Response to one or more given prompts about liberal democracy resilience, regulation of misinformation, and lessons from countries resisting populism.
• Mandatory: Include a set of actionable policy recommendations for (EU) policymakers.

Eligibility:

• University students (Bachelor, Master, or PhD) above 18 years old.
• Young researchers under 30 years of age.
• Open to all nationalities.

Submission Guidelines:

• Format papers according to the latest APA guidelines.
• Email submissions to: eva.ribera@tepsa.eu
• Email Subject Line: RECLAIM Student contest_LAST NAME

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Location

• Mode: Online submission and review.
• Event Location: Final conference in Brussels (for winners).

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Additional Details

Prizes and Recognition:

• Two winning papers will be published on TEPSA’s website and promoted through TEPSA’s social media channels.
• Winners will receive:
  • Free participation at the RECLAIM Final Conference on 27 June 2025.
  • Travel and accommodation reimbursement up to €500.
  • Presentation opportunity of their policy recommendations to RECLAIM researchers.

This contest offers students a remarkable chance to influence policy discussions and expand their professional network at the European level.

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