President of Eurovia
Leadership for a more connected Europe.
Biography
Oguzhan B. ARI
He graduated from KU Leuven with a Bachelor of Business Administration and completed a minor in European Studies. Throughout his studies, he focused particularly on education, international student representation and European affairs. For three years, he served as president of an international student association at KU Leuven, organising numerous academic, cultural and community events, including a university solidarity initiative involving the university's former rector.
His academic thesis centred on the European Union's Horizon Europe programme. He later authored Guide to EU Funds and contributed to several Horizon Europe initiatives in coordinating and organisational roles.
After gaining experience as a founder, CEO and consultant in the private sector, he established Eurovia in 2024, guided by his belief in European cooperation and the value of bringing citizens closer to institutions. Since then, he has represented Eurovia as the Head Interest Group Representative at the European Parliament.
President's Message
"Europe's future should not be shaped for people, but with them."
Eurovia was founded on a clear conviction: European opportunities should not remain distant, complex or accessible only to a few. They should be understood, reached and shaped by people across borders.
Our role is to bring young people, professionals, institutions and civil-society leaders closer to the spaces where ideas become cooperation, policy and progress. We create pathways into EU programmes, education, international partnerships and public dialogue, while encouraging our members to contribute with knowledge, responsibility and ambition. Eurovia will work to strengthen Flanders and Europe as global centres of knowledge, innovation and enterprise, attracting exceptional students, entrepreneurs, researchers and scientific talent from around the world.
As Eurovia continues to grow, our direction remains firm. We will keep opening doors, building meaningful partnerships and ensuring that more people have the confidence, access and representation needed to make their voices heard.
Presidency Priorities
Where the presidency is focused.
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Opening doors to EU programmes
Making Erasmus+, Horizon Europe and European funding understandable and reachable for the people and partners Eurovia serves.
02
Policy dialogue and lobbying at the heart of Europe
Convening high-level roundtables, strategic conferences and honest dialogue — and lobbying transparently on behalf of members — inside the European Parliament and European Commission. People’s voice shape Europe’s future.
03
Educational pathways
Building bridges into learning, mobility and Erasmus+ opportunities that let students and young professionals grow across borders.
04
International cooperation
Strengthening partnerships across Europe and building toward one truly pan-European voice. Eurovia centers Flanders and the European Union as the centre for business, education, research and talent.
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A youth-led team of experts
Empowering a new generation, backed by domain experts across many fields, to lead projects with knowledge and responsibility.
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A stronger, safer Europe
Advancing Eurovia’s mission for a more inspired and prosperous Europe — where ambition finds a home and potential knows no borders.
Flagship Engagements
The work behind the presidency.
From the European Parliament to global forums, every Eurovia event is brought to life through the dedication and collective effort of its members. By creating spaces for dialogue and meaningful participation, Eurovia empowers European citizens to help shape Europe's future.
Explore the work
Presidential Emblem
Presidential Standard
The Eurovia Presidential Seal represents a presidency rooted in European values and committed to shaping Europe's future. Its sixteen outer stars bring together twelve core European values with four principles central to Eurovia, symbolising unity, solidarity, harmony and cooperation across borders.
The seven inner stars represent Eurovia's key priorities: education, defence, technology, integration, prosperity, sustainability and democratic cooperation.
The four ascending lines reflect Europe's progress through innovation, collaboration, integration; these three values together shape the fourth line — Eurovia.
Build the next chapter of Europe with us.
Institutions, universities, partners and future members are invited to connect with the presidency and Eurovia's team.