The EU brings together people from 27 countries—each with its own history, traditions, and ways of thinking. But how do these differences play out inside the institutions that run the Union? Research in cross-cultural studies has long shown that cultural considerations influence communication, management, and teamwork within organizations. EUROTYPES investigates whether the same is true for EU institutions—and if so, how these dynamics shape the way the EU works in practice. 

We examine how public officials in Brussels and across Member States perceive different nationalities, regions, and religions—and whether these cultural perceptions influence how they speak, decide, or act in EU institutions. We are interested in both political elites engaged in policy-making and civil servants involved in multi-level policy implementation. 

Our research looks beyond political rhetoric to uncover the actual prevalence and impact of cultural considerations in EU governance. We aim to: 

EUROTYPES aims to open an honest conversation about the cultural undercurrents of European integration—a conversation rarely held openly, yet essential for understanding how the EU works every day. 

Team Members: