New Publications
We introduce the following new publications: (more…)
Key figures on education in Europe published
Ulrike Wisser, Brussels (EU, Belgium)
Eurydice, a European network on information about education systems in Europe recently published key figures on education 2009 in 31 European countries. (more…)
Petition: Adequate Income for all
International human rights instruments commit Governments to respect human dignity. The 2008 EU Commission Recommendation on Active Inclusion recognises “the individual’s basic right to resources and social assistance sufficient to lead a life that is compatible with human dignity”.
On this background the European Anti Poverty Network has launched a campaign for adequate income across Europe. (more…)
Promoting learning of mobility for all young people
Ulrike Wisser, Brussels (EU, Belgium)
Promoting geographical and professional mobility is a core business of the European Union. Nevertheless its significance for employment issues has become obvious in times of crisis. With a new initiative the European Commission wants to further strengthen awareness about mobility as a learning module in education settings. (more…)
Eurochild invites for annual conference on monitoring child well-being
Ulrike Wisser, Brussels (EU, Belgium)
In its 6th annual conference between the 11th and 13th of November in Limasol, Cyprus, Eurochild, the European network on child and youth welfare focuses on the issue of monitoring child well-being with special attention to more quality in policy and practice. (more…)
Commission proposes a European year 2011 of volunteering
Ulrike Wisser, Brussels (EU, Belgium)
After a long period of lobbying and promotion from NGO side in Brussels the European Commission finally presented a formal proposal to the Council of the EU and the European Parliament to launch a “European Year of Volunteering” for 2011. (more…)
Manifeste pour une croissance durable et solidaire : un succès grandissant sur la toile
A French Think Tank for European ideas has launched a manifesto for sustainable and solidary growth. (more…)
