The Role of the European Education Area in European Union Integration in Times of Crises

The European Union has faced many crises, such as populism, xenophobia, economic and political challenges, to name a few. This resulted in some questioning whether the EU will survive. Herein, neo-institutionalist perspective on crises integration frames an original timely inquiry into role of new initiative – Education Area supporting these challenging times. relies thematic analysis relevant key policy materials. findings highlight that while it is not surprising EEA example education convergence project EU, novelty other striking. It appears inspired authors utilize its tool for deepening, which aspect related strengthening relationships amongst Member States. Specifically, been driver development common identity economy, socially-just society continent progress. These address important gaps our knowledge about driving integration.