Oliver Röpke

Commissioner @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social joined our @eesc.bsky.social Bureau for a forward-looking exchange on the future EU Civil Society Strategy.

The EESC is ready to help shape an ambitious strategy & co-create a strong, inclusive Civil Society Platform.

#CSOs are key to Europe’s democracy.

Today at #ECASDay2025 ⭐️We’re exploring how to strengthen rights & #Democracy after the #EUelections.

📣The @eesc-president.bsky.social, @ombudsman.europa.eu, @danielfreund.bsky.social & DG Just stress the need for a strong #EUCivilSociety & highlight the impact of #EESCLiaisonGroup & #EESCforECI‼️

In exile, Belarusian democratic forces deepen ties with the EU institutions Opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the European Economic and Social Committee to support the participation of exiled Belarusians in EU civil society networks. "We can reconsider our Enlargement Candidate Members’ Initiative. I'm willing to explore deeper cooperation," said EESC President Röpke

In exile, Belarusian democratic forces deepen ties with the EU institutions

Opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the European Economic and Social Committee to support the participation of exiled Belarusians in EU civil society networks.

I was honoured to speak at the International Labour Organization's Annual Forum in Geneva alongside ministers and partners of the Global Coalition for Social Justice.

A just transition is a shared journey, built on dialogue, civil society leadership & global solidarity.

#SocialJustice

📣 Our #CSO family is growing!

Last week, the Liaison Group co-chaired by @eesc-president.bsky.social & @brikenaxhomaqi.bsky.social unanimously welcomed @enareurope.bsky.social & @democracyintl.bsky.social as new members 🙌

Their work strengthens #CivilDialogue, #CivicSpace & #ParticipatoryDemocracy

🔄 “Strategic autonomy starts with people.”

At #EUGreenWeek, I stressed that the #CircularEconomy must be driven by civil society, local actors & businesses – grounded in real-life experience, innovation & collaboration.

Let’s shape a more resilient, circular 🇪🇺 together.

A new milestone for the #ECESP platform!

@eesc-president.bsky.social and jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu shook hands at #EUGreenWeek kick-off today, formally agreeing that their two institutions would keep working together on the ECESP platform. Excellent news for #CircularEconomy stakeholders 👏

It’s a privilege to kick off #EUGreenWeek 2025 with Commissioner @jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu, spotlighting how the #CircularEconomy boosts 🇪🇺 strategic autonomy, innovation & resilience.

Proud to launch the new Terms of Reference & the call for the @ecesp.bsky.social Coordination Group!

🟢 Kicking off #EUGreenWeek 2025!

Today at 13:45 CEST, I will join the opening session on how the #CircularEconomy can drive EU strategic autonomy & competitiveness.

Don’t miss it - follow the discussion LIVE 👇
europa.eu/!JxB8Gn

#GreenTransition

Great to meet with the Ukrainian Women’s Fund 🇺🇦, a driving force for gender equality, human rights and inclusive recovery in Ukraine.

We stand with those building peace and resilience, where women lead the way in security and reconstruction.

#StandWithUkraine

🏳️‍🌈 On #IDAHOBIT, we stand united against all forms of discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

No one should face hatred for who they are or whom they love.

At the @eesc.bsky.social, we stand for a Europe of dignity, equality and human rights for all.

YouTube video by European Economic and Social Committee EESC Open Days 2025 | Highlights & Key Moments from the European Economic and Social Committee

🎥 Relive the best moments from our 2025 Open Day!

Thank you to everyone who took part, exploring our work, asking bold questions and bringing civil society to life at the @eesc.bsky.social.

Your enthusiasm made this day unforgettable.

🎬 Watch the recap 👇
youtu.be/kHZmbY8MYZ0

On #InternationalWorkersDay, we stand in solidarity with all workers and call for fair wages and secure jobs.

Decent work is not just a goal — it’s the way out of poverty, the driver of sustainable growth, and the foundation of #SocialJustice.

#1May #SocialEurope

Great to exchange with ministers and social partners on how to shape #AI that serves people.

AI must respect workers’ rights, protect their privacy, and uphold the human-in-command principle.

Social dialogue and skills investment are essential to build trust.

#EPSCO

Today, we joined forces with ERYICA to champion youth empowerment across the 🇪🇺.

Together with ERYICA President Dr. Patrick Burke, we signed a partnership agreement to uphold young people’s right to clear, reliable information and boost youth participation in shaping Europe’s future.

Productive trilateral with Commissioner Jozef Síkela & Louis Cheick Sissoko on boosting #CivilSociety’s voice in #EUAfrica partnership.

We proposed a joint mechanism to ensure meaningful dialogue, aligned with the Joint Africa-EU Strategy.

Looking forward to continued collaboration.

Kicking off today’s #CircularEconomy Stakeholder Dialogue at the @eesc.bsky.social, my message was clear: it’s time to move from plans to action.

Circularity must make sense for people, businesses & the planet – and we must shape policies that deliver real impact.

#ECESP

Inspiring meeting with a delegation from the Chamber of Labour of Lower Austria 🇦🇹, today.

We exchanged views on how civil society can drive fairer social policies, protect workers’ rights and help shape a more social Europe.

Looking forward to our continued collaboration.

Fruitful exchange with a delegation from the Burgenland Parliament. 🇦🇹

We discussed my mandate priorities, the work of the @eesc.bsky.social, #EUEnlargement and more.

Bringing 🇪🇺 institutions & regional actors closer together is key to building a more participatory & democratic Europe.

Glad to join the debate on Spotlight on the #ECI, alongside Commissioner @marossefcovic.bsky.social
& @europarl.europa.eu VP Katarina Barley.

I reaffirmed @eesc.bsky.social commitment to promoting #ECI across the EU, by going local, empowering youth & ensuring meaningful follow-up.

YouTube video by European Economic and Social Committee EESC Plenary Recap - March 2025

#Throwback to our March #EESCPlenary!

From defending democracy to rethinking food & farming and setting the EU’s future priorities 🇪🇺, we tackled key challenges shaping Europe's future.

Watch the highlights 👇
🎥 youtu.be/FllmlLKtygE

Health is a right, not a privilege!

On #WorldHealthDay, we reaffirm our commitment to accessible, quality healthcare for all.

Let’s continue working together to advocate for inclusive policies that leave no one behind.

#HealthForAll #OneHealth

An honour to open the 🇺🇦 International Volunteer Summit "Unity" at the @eesc.bsky.social, today!

Since day one of Russia’s invasion, we’ve stood with Ukraine’s #CivilSociety - hosting the 🇺🇦 Ukraine Hub & turning solidarity into action.

As the attacks persist, so will our unwavering support.

Honoured to address the EU-Serbia Joint Consultative Committee meeting!

In these challenging times, fearless, genuine dialogue between #CivilSociety & authorities is not optional, it’s non-negotiable

Serbia’s path to the 🇪🇺 must be anchored in democracy, trust & the #RuleofLaw.

As we celebrate 25 years of EU-Africa partnership, we reaffirm our support for African civil society organisations working to build resilient democracies, as reflected in our Memorandum of Understanding with the African Union ECOSOCC.

More: europa.eu/!pWvJ7d

Our @eesc-president.bsky.social's exchange with @europarl.europa.eu's Committee Chairs was met with broad support & enthusiasm.

MEPs welcomed progress made under the new cooperation agreement & showed ambition to shape EU policies that truly matter to citizens.
➡️ europa.eu/!p7Mjdk

#EUCivilSociety

A big thank you to CNSMMD President Igor Zubcu for the warm invitation to speak at today’s National Trade Union Forum in Chișinău!

It was a privilege to join leaders from trade unions and #CivilSociety & contribute to vital conversations on workers’ rights & 🇲🇩’s path to the 🇪🇺.

Great meeting with Alexei Buzu, Minister of Labour & Social Protection of Moldova!

We discussed 🇲🇩’s EU journey, our #ECMs initiative, fair wages & the indispensable involvement of social partners.

Looking forward to continued collaboration!

It was an honour to address the National Trade Union Forum in Chișinău today, alongside 🇲🇩 President Maia Sandu, CNSM President Igor Zubcu and ITUC SG Luc Triangle!

We remain steadfast in supporting Modova’s path to EU accession, championing fair wages and robust social protections for all workers.

I was honoured to meet with Maia Sandu, President of Moldova, today in Chișinău. 🇲🇩

We had an engaging discussion on Moldova’s 🇪🇺 path, democratic resilience & the key role of civil society.

I welcomed Moldova’s progress in its EU accession & reaffirmed the @eesc.bsky.social support on this journey.