Tomorrow is #EESCPlenary day!
We will:
🗣️ debate on #SocialRights & #Belarus democratic future;
✅ adopt resolutions on @ec.europa.eu's work programme & Principles for a Gender-Equal Society;
🗳️ vote opinions on the Critical Medicines Act & rights of persons with disabilities.
More: europa.eu/!vfRtFD
At the 5th #EnergyAffordability Conference, we focus on concrete solutions to protect and empower citizens and businesses.
From pricing reform to local renewables, the @eesc.bsky.social is advocating for strong action to deliver sustainable, affordable, and reliable energy for all.
It was a pleasure to open the Social Europe Forum hosted by Confrontations Europe and @eesc.bsky.social discussing the role of social policy in shaping Europe's recovery and transformation.
For Europe's recovery to succeed, we must align social ambition with economic competitiveness.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for #EuropeDay!
Today, we opened our doors and welcomed hundreds of you to explore, engage & learn more about how we give a voice to #EUCivilSociety. 💬
Your enthusiasm made this day truly unforgettable.
Can't wait to see you next year!
While in Warsaw, I was thrilled to meet with journalist and filmmaker Andrey Gnyot to discuss Europe’s future and the urgent need to protect the freedom, safety, and creative rights of journalists like him across the EU.
Our March #EESCPlenary is live!
Follow the votes on the opinions about:
🇪🇺 competitiveness, economic security & Cohesion Fund;
🌍 EU-India Strategic Partnership & Moldova Growth Plan;
🌊 European Oceans Pact, among others.
Tune in: europa.eu/!qQ64Yc
Congratulations to the winners of the #CivilSocietyPrize! 👏
🥇Slovak Debate Association
🥈Reporters d'Espoirs
🥉FEC Diversité asbl
This year's edition rewards effective, innovative & creative initiatives in the EU that combat the harmful polarisation of European society.
💡 Day 2 of #CivSocWeek 2025! We wrapped up the High-level session with @eesc-plosceanu.bsky.social, @nicustefanuta.bsky.social, @marossefcovic.bsky.social, Teresa Anjinho & Daniela Vancic.
📌 Join the rest of #ECIDay2025
🔴 Follow live: europa.eu/!3qwk8C
Thank you @nicustefanuta.bsky.social, @marossefcovic.bsky.social, @ombudsman.europa.eu for joining our #ECIDay2025 at #CivSocWeek & sharing your views on how to strengthen democracy through cohesion & participation & the crucial role of the European Citizens’ Initiative in combating polarisation.
Had a valuable meeting with #YEYS2025 participants attending the #CivSocWeek this week.
Their dedication and passion to amplify the voices of young people and shape the future of the EU are truly inspiring.
The #YEYS2025 recommendations will be presented at #EESCPlenary next week!
Great to join @roxanaminzatu.bsky.social, FIEC and
@efbww.bsky.social at Antwerp's 'Oosterweel Link' site - one of Belgium’s largest infrastructure projects.
The visit kicked off an important dialogue on advancing fair and effective labour mobility in the EU.
The @eesc.bsky.social #FRRL Group is closely following the large scale protests in Serbia.
The FRRL Group reiterates the importance of freedom of association and assembly for a free and vibrant Serbian society.
Read the full statement here ⬇️
eesc.europa.eu/en/news-medi...
I shared my concerns with the #YEYS2025 participants about the upcoming mass protest of students in Belgrade on Saturday, the safety of all the participants and their right to peaceful assembly.
At the @eesc.bsky.social, we firmly believe that youth participation is essential in safeguarding a peaceful, just and sustainable European future.
This is why we are proud to host #YEYS2025 offering a space for creative engagement, constructive dialogue and cross-border collaboration.
Appreciated today's discussions at the @eesc.bsky.social REX section meeting on the draft opinion on the EU-India Strategic Partnership. Honoured by the presence of HE Ambassador Saurabh Kumar, adding valuable insights to the debate.
Hurry up! 1 week left to register for our Civil Society Week!
Join us from 17 to 20 March & help shape #EUCivilSociety's next steps towards more cohesive societies!
👉 europa.eu/!T9cV7P
#CivSocWeek #ECIDay2025!
Great pleasure to welcome again journalists from Romania to the @eesc.bsky.social! We had engaging discussions on the EESC's communication events and current political developments. Responsible journalism plays a vital role in the post-truth era and remains a cornerstone of democracy!
A privilege to attend the reception hosted by the diplomatic missions of Serbia in Brussels on the occasion of the Statehood Day and Armed Forces Day of the Republic of Serbia. Thank you for the warm welcome and my respect to the Serbian people.
Delighted to attend, alongside Dimitris Dimitriadis, the reception of the Embassy of India in Brussels celebrating the 76th Republic Day of India w/ a vibrant showcase of Indian culture & performing arts. It was a great opportunity to discuss closer EU-India relations w/ HE Ambassador Saurabh Kumar.
We were delighted to host the screening of #Flow by @gintszilbalodis.bsky.social at the EESC in partnership with LUX Audience Award. This compelling film resonates deeply with the challenges of our times. The screening was followed by a rich exchange of ideas with HE Ambassador Mārtiņš Kreitus.
Our #EESCPlenary debate on ensuring a sustainable and just transition through people-centred climate and biodiversity action with Humberto Delgado Rosa, Professor Hans Bruyninckx, Friedrich Wulf, Anabella Rosemberg and Pegah Moulana stressed the critical need for transformative action.
Honoured to have been received alongside @eesc-president.bsky.social by His Majesty King Philippe, King of the Belgians, at the Royal Palace.
Thank you Chantal for your 28 years of dedicated service at the EESC! It has been our privilege working with you!