European Economic and Social Committee

Heading abroad this summer outside the EU?

In an emergency, EU embassies and consulates are there to help keep you safe.

As an EU citizen, you can turn to any other EU country’s diplomatic services for assistance, if your home country is not represented.
↪️ europa.eu/!fCMxpd

#ConsularProtection

One year of the #AIAct. 🎂

While we support its implementation in the EU, the rules lack a workers' perspective.

Our members recommend to better regulate #AI at work by:
💡 adapting existing law;
💡 strengthening social dialogue;
💡 letting employees manage tools.

Our opinion: europa.eu/!gVD7pv

📚 E is for...? ↓

Lost in EU jargon? Don't worry, we’ve got you. 🤓✨

Follow along as we unpack our institution through key terms that define who we are, what we do and what we stand for.

Learn more about our structure, values and core concepts: eesc.europa.eu/en/about

#EUCivilSociety

On 30 July 2024, the #RightToRepair rules entered into force, including some of our recommendations like the ban on practices that hinder this right.

As a key advocate for this right, we keep encouraging repairability through awareness-raising activities & initiatives.

Read more: europa.eu/!GmBwdg

#HumanTrafficking is organised crime.

On the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, we reaffirm our commitment to fight it.

Before the adoption of stronger EU anti-trafficking law last year, we called for:
📢 gender focus;
📢 more attention to victims;
📢 better monitoring.

ℹ️ europa.eu/!N3KPpD

Heading abroad? Do not forget your European Health Insurance Card! 🇪🇺

You can get it for free & the card:
⚕️ gives access to emergency medical treatment;
⚕️ covers you in 27 EU countries, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and the UK.

Our work on health: europa.eu/!gbTyFf

#EUHealth

On #WorldHepatitisDay, we highlight the urgent need to boost vaccination against hepatitis B, as a key step in preventing cancer.

The @consilium.europa.eu adopted a recommendation to combat vaccine-preventable cancers, a move we strongly support.

Read more: europa.eu/!JVfbWJ

@who.int

It's time to conserve nature. From extreme temperatures to raging fires, our planet needs us.

On #NatureConservationDay, we reiterate our support for the Nature Restoration Law, adopted 1 year ago by the
@eucouncil.bsky.social, putting EU’s biodiversity on the path to recovery.
↪️europa.eu/!C36TY7

Our #YouthTest empowers youth!

At last #EESCPlenary, EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef praised our pioneering tool for bringing young people voices into EU policymaking.

Since its launch:
👍 40 opinions tested,
👍 27 opinions adopted;
👍 inspired the @ec.europa.eu Youth Check.

More: europa.eu/!tnvyfpbh

Europe must treat the #CostOfLiving crisis as an opportunity to reshape its economic and social future.

At our July #EESCplenary, we proposed a roadmap to ease cost-of-living pressures, showcasing key areas for reform to emerge stronger, fairer & more resilient from the crisis.
↪️ europa.eu/!Fwp6pD

Your #PassengerRights are protected.

Whatever your mode of transport, you are entitled to:
🧳 adequate traveller information;
🧳 non-discrimination and special protection for passengers with reduced mobility;
🧳 support from national bodies for handling complaints, & more!

More: europa.eu/!bg39vB

📚 C is for...? ↓

Lost in EU jargon? Don't worry, we've got you. 🤓✨

Follow along as we unpack our institution through key terms that define who we are, what we do and what we stand for.

Learn more about our structure, values and core concepts.

Learn more: europa.eu/!X4fJWg

#EUCivilSociety

Violence against women is a violation of #HumanRights. To combat it, we:
♀️helped shape the first EU law aiming to protect women from this abuse.
♀️ adopted a resolution supporting the Declaration of Principles for a Gender-Equal Society & the EU’s Roadmap for #WomensRights.

More: europa.eu/!TBfXCH

The #EUEnlargement is more than a geopolitical strategy, it is a democratic promise.

At our Enlargement Forum, we called for legal frameworks in candidate countries that empower civil society organisations and social partners to actively shape, monitor and implement reforms.
↪️ europa.eu/!Gy8MpB

Our #EESCPlenary continues today.

We are starting with our Enlargement Forum, helping to build bridges with EU candidate countries.

Tune in here → europa.eu/!Vcqtrx

#EUEnlargement

Our #EESCPlenary has started!

Follow our debates showcasing #EUCivilSociety's perspectives on:
🇩🇰 the @eu2025dk.bsky.social;
✨ youth.

Tune in for live discussions here → europa.eu/!Vcqtrx

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.

Don't miss our #EESCPlenary tomorrow!

Our members will:
🗣️ debate on the 🇩🇰 @eu2025dk.bsky.social priorities, trade, climate, youth;
🗳️ vote opinions on the #CostOfLiving crisis, climate change, peace, defence;
🇪🇺 take part in the #EUEnlargement Forum.

More info: europa.eu/!FgCxGv

#EUCivilSociety

On #WorldYouthSkillsDay, we underline the importance of equipping youth with #AI & digital skills, while they have a voice in EU policymaking.

Our initiatives:
⭐ #YouthTest;
⭐ #EUYouthRoundTables;
⭐ "Your Europe, Your Say!" youth event;
⭐ Youth delegate to #COP.

Read more: europa.eu/!g6nmc9

A major step in strengthening EU–Indonesia ties and deepening engagement in ASEAN has been made with the political agreement to advance the free trade agreement.

We believe civil society plays a pivotal role in fostering interregional cooperation.
↪️ europa.eu/!QNHwpG

The EU Migration Forum returns on 27–28 November 2025, bringing together #EUCivilSociety and EU institutions to shape the future of #migrationEU.

Want to join the conversation? Participation is by invitation, and the call is now open.

🗳️ Apply by 8 September 2025: europa.eu/!cWtMHc

We call for a more ambitious & binding approach to the next phase of the Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021–2030, including:
♿️ a Disability Employment & Skills Guarantee;
♿️ an EU Accessibility Agency, among others.

Read more: europa.eu/!WjY3Df

#EUDisabilityRights

Fairer taxes across the EU? We say YES!

We call for:
✅ simpler tax rules;
✅ clearer guidance & digital solutions;
✅ an EU-level court for advance tax rulings;
✅ an EU-wide platform for cross-border workers & investors to reclaim taxes on dividends.

More info: europa.eu/!HNxGtM

#EUCompetitiveness

The next #EESCPlenary is just around the corner!

Mark your calendars for 16-17 July & don't miss:
5️⃣debates on 🇩🇰 @eu2025dk.bsky.social priorities, trade, climate;
1️⃣ #EUEnlargement Forum with candidate countries;
♾ opinions on cost of living, peace, defence,& more.

europa.eu/!FgCxGv

#EUCivilSociety

Supporting #EUEnlargement is one of our top priorities.

Through our Enlargement Candidate Members initiative, 147 civil society representatives from candidate countries now shape EU policy with us.

Next stop: #EESCPlenary Enlargement Summit on 17 July.

Read more: europa.eu/!PtkvXF

#EESCinAction

In six months, the euro area will welcome its 21st member: Bulgaria.

The country received the green light from the @ec.europa.eu a month ago to adopt the #euro on 1 January 2026.

We regularly issue recommendations to support a sustainable and resilient #eurozone.

Check out more: europa.eu/!tDfBRx

On #PlasticBagFreeDay & always, let’s protect our planet by choosing sustainable alternatives.

Microplastics are harming ecosystems and human health.

We call for global cooperation and stronger scientific research to tackle plastic pollution.

Our recommendations: europa.eu/!K4MTRb

Just apply!

We offer:
🇪🇺 a 5-month paid traineeship in Brussels;
🇪🇺 starting 16 February 2026;
🇪🇺 the chance to experience the EU from within;
🇪🇺 two days off per month;
🇪🇺 a travel allowance;
🇪🇺 no age limit.

Apply by 30 September 2025 → europa.eu/!BrjpJW

#EUTraineeship

Denmark is taking over the presidency of the @eucouncil.bsky.social! 🇩🇰 🇪🇺

Under its leadership, two priorities will take centre stage: a secure Europe & a competitive, green Europe.

We are looking forward to continuing our good cooperation.

@eu2025dk.bsky.social #eu2025dk

Artificial intelligence must help workers, not replace them.

As current EU law lacks a labour market perspective, our members have developed recommendations:
💡 adapt existing law;
💡 strengthen social dialogue;
💡 involve workers;
💡 let employees manage #AI tools.

Read more: europa.eu/!gVD7pv