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- [A missed opportunity: European Parliament upholds facial recognition ban, but fails to properly protect people’s rights in AI Act vote.](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/a-missed-opportunity-european-parliament-upholds-ban-on-facial-recognition-but-fails-to-properly-protect-peoples-rights-in-artificial-intelligence-act-vote) - In today’s AI Act vote, MEPs failed to protect society at large, not to mention vulnerable groups like migrants and refugees, and voted against measures to introduce proper complaints and representation systems for human rights violations.
- [Civic Pride Award Winners Announced: Reclaiming Civic Space](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/civic-pride-award-winners-announced-reclaiming-civic-space) - Photo credit for France visual: DR Alain P. We are delighted to announce the winners of our Civic Pride Awards for 2021! Our annual Civic Pride award recognises outstanding civic initiatives in Europe, showcasing the actions of civic actors, raising their visibility at the European level, and encouraging convergences between their struggles. To celebrate their
- [AI Act: Five steps to a truly rights-based law.](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/artificial-intelligence/ai-act-five-steps-to-a-truly-rights-based-law) - Ahead of the Artificial Intelligence Act in the European Parliament on 14 June, we're calling on MEPs to protect fundamental rights. Here's how to do so. MEPs should vote to: Uphold fundamental rights protections introduced by the committees Ban mass surveillance practices, including Remote Biometric Identification and social scoring Introduce a strong complaints and
- [Don't cut Europe's investment in democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/dont-cut-europes-investment-in-democracy) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Welcome to our Summer newsletter! In this edition: our joint call to the Council, urging them to safeguard civil society funding. Plus: don’t miss our webinar
- [Joint letter: Don't cut Europe's investment in democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-dont-cut-europes-investment-in-democracy) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.7″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Together with IPPF EN and 30 other European networks, we have written to leading figures in the Council of the European Union, urging them
- [We’re hiring: Communications Assistant (CIP)](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/were-hiring-communications-assistant-cip) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Looking to kickstart your career in communications? We’re hiring for a paid trainee position stating this September! [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Job-Ad-Communication-Assistant-CIP-ECF-June-2026-1.pdf” button_text=”Download the full job description!” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″
- [Greek Forum of Refugees: 20 June – World Refugee Day 2026](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-20-june-world-refugee-day-2026) - World Refugee Day (20 June) is dedicated to the strength, courage, and resilience of people who have been forced to leave their homes due to war and human rights violations. It is a day that calls on us to recognise not only the challenges refugees face, but also their contributions, capabilities, and aspirations for a
- [Iridia: Justice for Roger Español ahead of landmark trial over 1 October police violence](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/iridia-justice-for-roger-espanol-ahead-of-landmark-trial-over-1-october-police-violence) - More than a hundred human rights, social, cultural and media organisations, alongside over 50 public figures, have launched a campaign in support of Roger Español, mutilated by a police rubber bullet on 1 October 2017. The goal is to collect endorsements for the manifesto and secure funding for the trial that will take place on 16, 17 and 30 September and
- [LDCN: Ireland’s Local Development Model - Bridging Policy, People and Place](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ldcn-irelands-local-development-model-bridging-policy-people-and-place) - For more than 35 years, Ireland’s Local Development Companies have built the trusted relationships that help policy reach people’s everyday lives. EU and National policies and priorities are realised in rural and urban communities through frontline delivery using local knowledge, practical delivery and long-standing partnership. As Ireland holds the EU Presidency, this conference will spotlight Ireland’s local development model
- [LCDN: Local Development Companies are seeking ringfencing for LEADER funding as Ireland’s EU Presidency begins.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/lcdn-local-development-companies-are-seeking-ringfencing-for-leader-funding-as-irelands-eu-presidency-begins) - New publication highlights €286m investment and 6,800+ projects delivered through LEADER across Ireland Dublin, 26th June 2026 — The Local Development Companies Network (LDCN) today marked the start of Ireland’s EU Presidency with a call for the protection and ringfencing of LEADER funding, as senior representatives met with Members of the European Parliament at Europe
- [The latest from the Ligue de l'enseignement](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-latest-from-the-ligue-de-lenseignement) - Looking back on the Erasmus+ Mobility of the Engagement Department to Utrecht (Netherlands) From 9 to 11 June, the Engagement Department of the Ligue de l’enseignement took part in an Erasmus+ mobility visit to Utrecht, in the Netherlands. This mobility project is part of the department’s ongoing effort to deepen its reflection on how to
- [European Movement Italy: Europe's sleep and the strategic choices for its future](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-europes-sleep-and-the-strategic-choices-for-its-future) - There is broad consensus amongst the Heads of State and government of the Twenty-Seven, as well as within the European Commission, that the conditions are not in place to open the Pandora’s box of revising the Treaty of Lisbon – signed in the Portuguese capital in December 2007 – before the end of the 2024–2029
- [Office for sublet in the heart of Brussels](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/office-for-sublet-in-the-heart-of-brussels) - Are you looking for a small office in central Brussels? We are offering the sublet of a private room within our offices. This space is perfectly suited for a non-profit organisation (ASBL/NGO) operating at the Belgian or European level. Location: Rue du Congrés 13, 1000 Brussels, 5th floor. Situated right in the heart of Brussels,
- [Open letter: A slide away from better regulation, not progress towards it](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/open-letter-a-slide-away-from-better-regulation-not-progress-towards-it) - Dear President von der Leyen, dear Commissioners, We are writing to set out civil society’s concerns regarding the proposals to change the existing Better Regulation guidelines, and on other proposals in your communication dubbed “A Simpler, Clearer, and Better Enforced EU Rulebook.” The undersigned organisations believe, that the Commission is now taking steps that are unacceptable from
- [Civil Society to European Leaders: Deliver a Budget that is Up to the  Challenge!](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/civil-society-to-european-leaders-deliver-a-budget-that-is-up-to-the-challenge) - On 18 June 2026, as the European Council meeting in Brussels takes place, Civil Society Europe and a wide number of civil society, non-profit, education, research, culture, philanthropy, social services and social economy organisations have launched an open letter in support of a strong EU budget for the period 2028-2034. It has been signed by 316 EU-level, international,
- [Civic space in the spotlight](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/civic-space-in-the-spotlight) - Welcome to the latest ECF newsletter! In this edition: we look back at the launch of our Civic Space Report and our General Assembly. Plus: we introduce our new member organisations! Read the newsletter!
- [European Movement Italy - GOAL 1000: a project, a method, and a programme for a democratic and sovereign Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-goal-1000-a-project-a-method-and-a-programme-for-a-democratic-and-sovereign-europe) - Forty years after his death the 23 of May 1986, various events were held to discuss the legacy and relevance of Altiero Spinelli and his European struggle, which began as a fight for freedom whilst he was imprisoned as a young communist in fascist jails and became the main focus of his life from the
- [ECF members gather in Brussels for 2026 general assembly](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-members-gather-in-brussels-for-2026-general-assembly) - On 11-13 May, ECF members gathered in Brussels for our Annual General Assembly. At the general assembly, members discussed the activities of the previous year, a year of significant change for ECF, with the departure of long-time secretary general Alexandrina Najmowicz, but also one in which we made significant advances in our work. You can
- [ECF launches Civic Space Report 2026 at packed European Parliament event](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-launches-civic-space-report-2026-at-packed-european-parliament-event) - On 13 May, ECF launched our annual flagship Civic Space Report at a packed event in the European Parliament. We kicked off the event with a presentation of the findings, which demonstrate a clear trend: EU policies and rhetoric are reinforcing attacks on civil society across the continent. This is visible in migration policies that
- [New report documents continued decline in civic freedoms across Europe, with Brussels playing an ever-greater role](https://civic-forum.eu/press/new-report-documents-continued-decline-in-civic-freedoms-across-europe-with-brussels-playing-an-ever-greater-role) - Unfounded attacks on NGO funding growing in EU, national parliaments Civil society increasingly cast as “foreign agents” New anti-protest legislation proposed in 7 EU countries Civil society continued to come under attack in 2025, with EU policies now playing a key role, according to a leading European NGO. The report, written by the European Civic Forum
- [REGISTER NOW: The new Brussels effect - Why the EU increasingly shapes the space for civil society, and how to respond](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/register-now-the-new-brussels-effect-why-the-eu-increasingly-shapes-the-space-for-civil-society-and-how-to-respond) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Join us on 13 May for the launch of the European Civic Forum’s annual Civic Space Report at a cross-party event in the European Parliament! [/et_pb_text][ba_dual_button
- [What just happened in Hungary?](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/what-just-happened-in-hungary) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the latest ECF newsletter! In this edition: We hear from ECF Co-President Veronika Móra about the monumental election results in Hungary. Plus,
- [Stefan Batory Foundation: Foresight on Civil Society in Poland 2036](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/stefan-batory-foundation-foresight-on-civil-society-in-poland-2036) - The Concept Civil society in Poland is at a turning point. After years of operating under the pressure of various crises and within a funding system ill-suited to its needs—one that relies on public funds—the organisations within it are showing signs of fatigue. The working environment within organisations is unfavourable, working conditions are uncompetitive, and
- [Million Moments for Democracy launches signatory appeal in support of public service media and plans protest march.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/million-moments-for-democracy-launches-signatory-appeal-in-support-of-public-service-media-and-plans-protest-march) - 60,000 signatures in just a few hours! Million Moments for Democracy has launched a signatory appeal in support of public service media and is planning a protest march. On Tuesday evening, 21 April, Million Moments for Democracy began collecting signatures for an appeal titled Ruce pryč od médií (Hands Off Public Service Media). Within less
- [Collective Leadership Institute: Are we up for bringing peacebuilding concepts to a world that faces more and more conflicts?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/collective-leadership-institute-are-we-up-for-bringing-peacebuilding-concepts-to-a-world-that-faces-more-and-more-conflicts) - Guided by this question, more than 100 changemakers from different continents and sectors met online on 22 April for the 5th Transformation Literacy Conference. This flagship event from the Collective Leadership Institute presented six different perspectives on the topic of intergenerational collaborations for cultures of peace. “How do you deal with entrenched negative beliefs?”, “Is there
- [Ligue de l'enseignement: Franco-German Meeting and Cooperation: A Look Back at the Partners’ Meeting in Aachen](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ligue-de-lenseignement-franco-german-meeting-and-cooperation-a-look-back-at-the-partners-meeting-in-aachen) - Co-organized by BKJ (the German Federation for Cultural Education for Children and Young People) and La Ligue de l’enseignement, this meeting was aimed at German community stakeholders as well as organizations affiliated with La Ligue de l’enseignement wishing to set up cultural and artistic youth exchanges between the two countries. The meeting took place in
- [Ligue de l'enseignement: Welcoming a Group of Norwegian Teachers and Pedagogical Exchanges Around French as a Foreign Language (FLE)](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ligue-de-lenseignement-welcoming-a-group-of-norwegian-teachers-and-pedagogical-exchanges-around-french-as-a-foreign-language-fle) - On 18 and 19 March 2026, around ten Norwegian teachers working with adult migrants or adults with no formal education were welcomed in Paris. This mobility was organized with the Erasmus+ accreditation, coordinated by the Europe and International department of the confederal centre of La Ligue de l’enseignement. It included visits to La Ligue de
- [Ligue de l'enseignement: Ways of Europe Meeting in Barcelona: How Can We Tackle Discrimination and Promote the Inclusion of Roma Communities in Europe?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ligue-de-lenseignement-ways-of-europe-meeting-in-barcelona-how-can-we-tackle-discrimination-and-promote-the-inclusion-of-roma-communities-in-europe) - After two years of project, the final transnational meeting between participants of the Ways of Europe project took place in Barcelona from 17 to 19 March 2026. Coordinated by ARCI Solidarieta, the Ways of Europe project aims to bring together young people from across Europe to create a space for dialogue and reflection on several
- [European Movement Italy: Let's draft the MFF together](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-lets-draft-the-mff-together) - On 15 April, the European Parliament’s Committee on Budgets voted by a large majority in favour of the interim report on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), which is due to come into force on 1 January 2028 provided an agreement is reached between the governments and the European Parliament, following preparatory work that began on
- [Greek Forum of Refugees - From Visibility to Influence: A Next Step Towards Meaningful Participation](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-from-visibility-to-influence-a-next-step-towards-meaningful-participation) - The Greek Forum of Refugees (GFR), through the Democracy4All initiative, successfully completed the Better Politics Accelerator 2026, a six-month global programme supporting organisations working to strengthen leadership and meaningful democratic participation. For us, this was not just a training. It was an opportunity to reflect on our journey, to better understand what we have built so far, and
- [Europe's culture, media, and civil society sectors unite to call for increased AgoraEU budget](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/europes-culture-media-and-civil-society-sectors-unite-to-call-for-increased-agoraeu-budget) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]More than 500 organisations representing Europe’s cultural, media, and civil society sectors have signed a joint letter calling for a substantial increase in
- [European Civic Micro-Grants 2026: Introducing the selected projects!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-civic-micro-grants-2026-introducing-the-selected-projects) - The European Civic Forum (ECF) is constantly working to improve its support to local organisations and movements, especially within its membership. That’s why we established the European Civic Micro-Grants, a re-granting mechanism for member organisations, through its operating grant from the CERV programme. This is an instrument of micro-financial support to civic groups, local initiatives,
- [European Movement Italy: The unlikely mosaic of European leaders](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-the-unlikely-mosaic-of-european-leaders) - The Heads of State and government of the 27 members of the European Union, together with the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, parted ways outside the Justus Lipsius Building on the evening of 19 March, agreeing to meet on 23 and 24
- [The European Civic Micro-Grants 2026 are open for applications!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/micro-grants/the-european-civic-micro-grants-2026-are-open-for-applications) - The European Civic Forum (ECF) is pleased to announce that the European Civic Micro-Grants are returning in 2026! As a framework partner of the EU’s Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) Programme, we are re-granting a total of €50,000 to our member organisations to support civic groups, and movements across the European Union. The focus
- [ECF at Civil Society Week 2026](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-at-civil-society-week-2026) - The European Civic Forum took part in the 2026 edition of the Civil Society Week of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) which took place from 2-5 March in Brussels. We co-hosted two sessions during the week, each gathering more than 100 participants. The first covered the topic of Building an enabling environment for
- [270+ organisations sign Antwerp Counter-Declaration; call for summit with President von der Leyen](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/270-organisations-sign-antwerp-counter-declaration-call-for-summit-with-president-von-der-leyen) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The European Civic Forum has joined more than 270 civil society organisations, trade unions, and environmental groups in signing the Antwerp Counter-Declaration: Standing up
- [We are hiring: Finance and Administration Officer](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-finance-and-administration-officer) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Are you a professional in administrative and financial management, bilingual in French and English, and would like to put your skills to good use in an organisation working to
- [February 2026: ECF at Civil Society Week](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/february-2026-ecf-at-civil-society-week) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the latest ECF newsletter! February was a busy month and a big moment for our civic space monitoring. We launched the
- [REGISTER: Webinars for national civil society organisations on the MFF](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/register-webinars-for-national-civil-society-organisations-on-the-mff) - Civil Society Europe and the European Civic Forum are pleased to invite you to register for our upcoming MFF webinar series "From the Grassroots to the Peak: National Civil Society Organisations and the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)." We are organising these webinars (one per macro-region) to create a dedicated space for national CSOs to coordinate
- [European Movement Italy: And where is it heading?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-and-where-is-it-heading) - by Pier Virgilio Dastoli, European Movement Italy In recent days, the European Union, its institutions and its members have moved, but imperceptibly, because - beyond declarations of principle such as the speeches by Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron in Munich - fragmentation has reigned supreme, as appeared in the scattered order of Europeans around Donald
- [People.Power.Planet. - Two Days of Action on Democracy & Climate Justice](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/people-power-planet-two-days-of-action-on-democracy-climate-justice) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]02.03.2026 18:00 – 03.03.2026 19:00 Location Rue du Fortstraat 351060 BrusselsBelgium Across the world, citizens are stepping forward to shape climate action. They are reclaiming democratic space, challenging
- [Per Esempio ETS goes to Slovakia: Innovative Humour Therapy training under Erasmus+ Adult Education](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/per-esempio-ets-goes-to-slovakia-innovative-humour-therapy-training-under-erasmus-adult-education) - In January 2026, Per Esempio ETS participated in an international training activity in Žilina within the framework of the Erasmus+ Programme (Adult Education), as part of the project Comic Relief. The five-day in-person seminar brought together 22 participants, including project staff and external youth workers, for an intensive exchange of practices aimed at strengthening responses to youth mental health challenges, with a particular
- [EVENT: Find Your EU Project Partner: CERV Calls](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/event-find-your-eu-project-partner-cerv-calls) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Event Date: 11 March 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm (CET) Looking for partners to collaborate on your next CERV project? Get ready for
- [Okotars: New cycle of EEA Civil Soicety Fund](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-new-cycle-of-eea-civil-soicety-fund) - Following years of absence, the new cycle of the EEA Civil Society Fund in Hungary was launched on 11 February. The programme returns to deliver nearly 23 million euro funding to the Hungarian civil society sector in the years ahead. This is the fourth funding cycle of the EEA Civil Society Fund, with a total
- [Greek Forum of Refugees: Neither an accident nor an incident - Another brutal crime in the Aegean](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-neither-an-accident-nor-an-incident-another-brutal-crime-in-the-aegean) - This time we count 15 dead and 24 injured. Children, women, men – including two pregnant women who miscarried. No further “justification” is needed. There is no room for self-deception. And we are not afraid to speak the truth: this is a brutal crime. For us, there is one and only one truth: the one told
- [Safe Spaces: Safeguarding is a crucial aspect of all European projects.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/safe-spaces-safeguarding-is-a-crucial-aspect-of-all-european-projects) - Volonteurope is really pleased to be part of a new project called ‘Safe Spaces’ funded by the EU. Our Romanian partner Association Colour Your Dreams is in the lead, working with us, another Romanian organisation and a Lithuanian organisation. Together we are designing a range of tools which can be used by youth workers all
- [European CSOs publish seven new country reports on civic space trends across the EU](https://civic-forum.eu/press/european-csos-publish-seven-new-country-reports-on-civic-space-trends-across-the-eu) - Today, we are launching seven new country reports that provide fresh, country-level insights into the environment for civil society across the EU in 2025. Each report highlights key national trends and points to the actions needed to better protect civic freedoms in Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Hungary, the Netherlands, Poland and Romania. The reports are part
- [Welcome to the new Civic Space Watch: From monitoring to action](https://civic-forum.eu/press/welcome-to-the-new-civic-space-watch-from-monitoring-to-action) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The European Civic Forum (ECF) is excited to finally share the new Civic Space Watch website, which goes live today! The new, refreshed site includes several new features, including a
- [250+ Civil Society Organisations Call on the European Commission to Allow Cross-Border Collaboration for Non-Profits](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/250-civil-society-organisations-call-on-the-european-commission-to-allow-cross-border-collaboration-for-non-profits) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Non-profits should be able to operate across borders. The European Cross-Border Associations (ECBA) Directive would allow exactly that – non-profits with members
- [EDITO: Civil society must remain in the avant-garde of democratic life](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-civil-society-must-remain-in-the-avant-garde-of-democratic-life) - by Natacha Kazatchkine, ECF secretary general When asked about the crackdown on student mobilisation for Palestine on US campuses during a live debate in Brussels in January, the historian Timothy Snyder reminded us that history shows that student protests — and more broadly civic mobilisation — are, more often than not, the avant-garde. Civil society
- [Civil society must remain in the avant-garde of democratic life](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/civil-society-must-remain-in-the-avant-garde-of-democratic-life) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the first ECF Newsletter of the new year! In this edition, we hear from new ECF Secretary General Natacha Kazatchkine. Plus: why the European
- [HRCN: DECiDE project demonstrates how civic participation and human rights monitoring can be institutionalised at local level](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/hrcn-decide-project-demonstrates-how-civic-participation-and-human-rights-monitoring-can-be-institutionalised-at-local-level) - The EU-funded DECiDE – Boost Democratic Participation in Cities to Recharge Democracy in Europe project is now well underway, supporting 9 pilot cities across 9 European countries to strengthen local democracy through participatory and human rights-based governance. Led by the Human Rights Cities Network and the Global Parliament of Mayors, the project brings together municipalities
- [Glopolis: Czech Republic - The new government wants to change the financing of the CSO More than 140 organisations unite to defend civil society ](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/glopolis-czech-republic-the-new-government-wants-to-change-the-financing-of-the-cso-more-than-140-organisations-unite-to-defend-civil-society) - The beginning of 2026 brought a sharp shift in the political climate for Czech civil society. Shortly after taking office, the new government presented proposals that would restrict public funding for CSOs, introduce mandatory labelling of foreign funding, and limit civil society’s access to schools and environmental policymaking. These measures closely resemble steps taken in
- [European Movement Italy: Europeans at the polls](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-europeans-at-the-polls) - According to Chinese constitutionalists, one of the causes of instability in the European political system is linked to the proliferation of local, regional, national and European elections, the results of which often change the balance of power at the state level or, for what it is worth in European decision-making mechanisms, at the community level.
- [Civil Society Strategy: How to move from words to action](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/civil-society-strategy-how-to-move-from-words-to-action) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Welcome to the latest ECF Newsletter! As we head towards the end of the year, we’re focusing on the new Civil Society Strategy, and why
- [Participation Under Pressure – GFR Annual Review 2025](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/participation-under-pressure-gfr-annual-review-2025) - GFR’s Annual Review 2025 is now available. As in previous years, 2025 was not easy, but it was even harder to be a refugee- and migrant-led organisation in Greece. Policies hardened toward deterrence. Public debate turned more hostile, with rising hate speech and scapegoating, while mainstream media largely shut out refugee and migrant representatives speaking
- [Natacha Kazatchkine appointed as new ECF Secretary General](https://civic-forum.eu/press/natacha-kazatchkine-appointed-as-new-ecf-secretary-general) - Brussels, 12 January 2026 – Natacha Kazatchkine has been appointed as the new secretary general of the European Civic Forum. She began her position on 7 January. Natacha brings a wealth of experience to the role, having spent years as championing fundamental rights and civil society empowerment, including most recently at the Open Society Foundations
- [We are in an era of massive mobilisation and growing attacks on civic freedoms. Europe’s democrats must now back civil society — or live to regret it.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/we-are-in-an-era-of-massive-mobilisation-and-growing-attacks-on-civic-freedoms-europes-democrats-must-now-back-civil-society-or-live-to-regret-it) - By Giada Negri, acting co-secretary general and Benjamin Goodwin, communications officer, with input from the Steering Committee. History is not only shaped by political leaders, but by moments when ordinary people come together to push for change. The 1960s were dominated by civil rights marches, anti-war protests and major working-class struggles. In the early 2000s, we saw mass demonstrations, including the
- [We are hiring: Policy Officer](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-policy-officer) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We are seeking a Policy Officer to strengthen our European policy work and support members in engaging with EU institutions and processes. The Policy Officer will
- [European Civic Academy at the Nonviolence Factory & the Unsilence Forum in Barcelona​ ](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-at-the-nonviolence-factory-the-unsilence-forum-in-barcelona) - In mid-November, ECF co-organised two important Euro-Mediterranean civil society gatherings in Barcelona, bringing together hundreds of leading activists, human rights defenders, and civil society organisations working on human rights, peace, justice, democracy, and anti-authoritarianism. The Nonviolence Factory (12-14 November), now in its third edition, convened representatives from social movements and communities under threat from across
- [Civic Alliance Latvia: Latvia’s Civil Society Under Threat Amid Attempts to Undermine Democratic Processes](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-in-the-spotlight-of-civil-society-threats-to-the-society-integration-foundation-and-attempts-to-weaken-democratic-processes-in-latvia) - In October and November, Latvia’s civil society was confronted with a series of political attacks aimed at undermining independent media and civil society organizations, weakening public participation, and eroding democratic processes. Protests and a Near Withdrawal from the EU Convention On 23 October, after several hours of debate, the Saeima supported at first reading a
- [Conference – Improving European youngsters’ employability in the audiovisual sector and their active citizenship](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/conference-improving-european-youngsters-employability-in-the-audiovisual-sector-and-their-active-citizenship) - How can audiovisual media become a driver of employment and engagement for young Europeans? On the 4th of December 2025, Pour la Solidarité invites you to explore the connections between creativity, inclusion, and citizenship. Audiovisual Media: A Driver of Employment, Skills, and Engagement for Young Europeans The world of audiovisual media, in constant evolution, holds
- [Western Balkan Civil Society Groups Sign Regional Declaration on Social Dimension of EU Pact for Growth](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/western-balkan-civil-society-groups-sign-regional-declaration-on-social-dimension-of-eu-pact-for-growth) - Civil society organizations from across the Western Balkans have formally endorsed a joint declaration calling for stronger social safeguards within the European Union’s Pact for Growth. The declaration was adopted today in Tetovo, reaffirming a shared regional commitment to ensuring that economic reforms go hand in hand with social inclusion and protection of vulnerable groups.
- [BCSDN Research Maps Alarming Contraction of Donor Support and Threats to Civic Space in the Western Balkans](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/bcsdn-research-maps-alarming-contraction-of-donor-support-and-threats-to-civic-space-in-the-western-balkans) - The Indispensable Lifeline is Fraying: Civil Society at a Crossroads Civil society in the Western Balkans (WB) is currently at a critical juncture. While independent organizations remain vital actors for democratic accountability and rights protection, their very survival is becoming precarious. Political hostility, smear campaigns, and restrictive laws are eroding the space in which CSOs
- [European Movement Italy: Italy, Rule of law and the primacy of European law - an act of parliamentary stupidity?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-italy-rule-of-law-and-the-primacy-of-european-law-an-act-of-parliamentary-stupidity) - On November 21, 2025, the European Commission announced that it had opened infringement proceedings against the government led by Robert Fico for the constitutional amendments adopted on September 26 with 90 votes out of 150 members by the Slovak Parliament on the government's proposal, which violate the rule of law and call into question the
- [Civic Alliance Latvia: A new fund to strengthen democracy and human rights is being established in Latvia –Civil Society Fund](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-a-new-fund-to-strengthen-democracy-and-human-rights-is-being-established-in-latvia-civil-society-fund) - In November, work began on preparing an agreement between the European Economic Area (EEA) and Norway Grants Financial Mechanism Office and the Civic Alliance – Latvia to launch the establishment of the Civil Society Fund in Latvia. The fund is being created with the support of Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. The Civic Alliance – Latvia,
- [Civic Alliance – Latvia, together with civil society and media organizations, warns about the weakening of public participation](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-together-with-civil-society-and-media-organizations-warns-about-the-weakening-of-public-participation) - On November 5, representatives of civil society and media organizations, in a joint letter, called on the President of Latvia not to allow the exclusion of the public representative from the Public Electronic Media Council (SEPLP). The proposals submitted to the Saeima to remove the society-nominated representative contradicted the essence of the law and would have endangered
- [Ligue de l'enseignement: Invitation – EcoReactEU the Grand Finale! Film projection and Debate at the Juliette Récamier Theatre   ](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ligue-de-lenseignement-invitation-ecoreacteu-the-grand-finale-film-projection-and-debate-at-the-juliette-recamier-theatre) - Summary: The European project EcoReactEU ends in December 2025. To celebrate the project and its results, the Ligue is organising a film screening and debate at the Juliette Récamier Theatre, featuring the documentary “Même pas peur, l'éco-anxiété comme moteur”, in the presence of its director, Vinz Kanté. The Ligue de l’enseignement is pleased to invite
- [Ways of Europe: Reflecting on the Calais and Dunkirk meeting](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ways-of-europe-reflecting-on-the-calais-and-dunkirk-meeting) - After Lampedusa in June, the “Ways of Europe” project stopped off in Calais and Dunkirk on September 29 and 30. Coordinated by the Ligue de l'enseignement with the support of the local departmental Fédération 59, this meeting brought together young people from France, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Hungary, and Cyprus to discuss issues related to respect
- [Ligue de l'enseignement: End of the Just4All project](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ligue-de-lenseignement-end-of-the-just4all-project) - Summary: The final roundtable discussion of the Just4All project on European policies was held in Brussels on September 24, 2025. It concluded with the development of a roadmap for sustainable and inclusive communities, as well as a toolkit highlighting the role of education and adult learning in a green transition that is fair for all.
- [Joint civil society letter calling for boycott of NGO scrutiny working group](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-civil-society-letter-calling-for-boycott-of-ngo-scrutiny-working-group) - This letter was originally published by Transparency International EU. Dear Presidents, dear Vice-Presidents, As organisations dedicated to protecting the crucial role civil society plays in democratic policymaking, we are writing to express our grave concerns regarding the newly created Scrutiny Working Group on NGOs (SWG). As this body becomes operational within the Budgetary Control Committee
- [Joint letter: The EU must uphold hard-won protections for digital human rights](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-the-eu-must-uphold-hard-won-protections-for-digital-human-rights) - We 127 civil society organisations, trade unions and defenders of the public interest write to emphasise our serious alarm at the forthcoming EU Digital Omnibus proposals, part of a wide deregulation agenda. What is being presented as a “technical streamlining” of EU digital laws is, in reality, an attempt to covertly dismantle Europe's strongest protections
- [European Commission publishes long-awaited Civil Society Strategy, in positive step forward](https://civic-forum.eu/press/european-commission-publishes-long-awaited-civil-society-strategy-in-positive-step-forward) - Brussels, 12 November 2025 — The European Commission has today published its Civil Society Strategy, which aims to support, protect, and empower civil society organisations and activists. The document, which civil society has long campaigned for, comes amid repeated political attacks on the very foundations of democracy, including on non-profit organisations and human rights defenders.
- [Why the EU must invest in AgoraEU](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/why-the-eu-must-invest-in-agoraeu) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the latest ECF Newsletter! In this edition: why the EU must invest in the proposed AgoraEU programme, how to make the Civil Society Strategy a success,
- [European Movement Italy: How and why to plan the future of European finances](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-how-and-why-to-plan-the-future-of-european-finances) - In most countries around the world, a financial planning tool has been in place for over forty years in the form of multi-year budgets which, according to Richard Musgrave's theoretical model for allocative, redistributive and stabilisation functions, should aim to - improve macroeconomic balances, - ensure the effective allocation of resources, - ensure the predictability
- [Gong’s Recommendations: How to Protect Civil Society from Attacks and Disinformation Campaigns](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/gongs-recommendations-how-to-protect-civil-society-from-attacks-and-disinformation-campaigns) - Gong presented to Croatia’s civil society its analysis of attacks on civil society organizations during the 2025 local election campaign. Following the analysis of these attacks and the consequences of such smear campaigns, Gong also developed a set of civil society recommendations for institutions in Croatia and the EU. The goal of these recommendations is
- [NEW BRIEFING: Strengthening democracy in times of crisis - Why the EU must invest in AgoraEU.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/new-briefing-strengthening-democracy-in-times-of-crisis-why-the-eu-must-invest-in-agoraeu) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Europe faces a number of crises and challenges from climate change to growing precarity and inequality, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and
- [Repression on protests in solidarity with Flotilla and Palestinian people: NGOs demand EU Council action](https://civic-forum.eu/press/repression-on-protests-in-solidarity-with-flotilla-and-palestinian-people-ngos-demand-eu-council-action) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Brussels, 16 October 2025 — A coalition of NGOs, including the European Civic Forum,[1] and the International Federation of Human Rights (FIDH) have condemned the violent
- [A message from the Secretary General](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/a-message-from-the-secretary-general) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]In this edition of the ECF Newsletter, we bring you an important message from our secretary general, Alexandrina Najmowicz as she announces her departure from
- [Alexandrina Najmowicz steps down as ECF Secretary General after 17 years](https://civic-forum.eu/press/alexandrina-najmowicz-steps-down-as-ecf-secretary-general-after-17-years) - Alexandrina Najmowicz has stepped down as secretary general of the European Civic Forum after 17 years in the role. During her tenure, Alexandrina oversaw the dramatic expansion of the organisation from a young network with no permanent staff to a pillar of European civil society, with 8 full-time members of staff and over 100 member
- [Fundacion CIVES: Peace Education - Stories and Films to Counter Hate](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/fundacion-cives-peace-education-stories-and-films-to-counter-hate) - “Against Your Hate, Our Voices” – Interculturality Peace is much more than the absence of war. It means diversity, respect, empathy, active listening, solidarity, and the peaceful resolution of conflicts. These are all skills that can be nurtured throughout the year, both in the classroom and at home. That’s why, as part of the programme
- [Fundacion CIVES: HUB DIYW-ROAD - European Educators and Experts Gather in Madrid to Discuss Digitalisation and Democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/fundacion-cives-hub-diyw-road-european-educators-and-experts-gather-in-madrid-to-discuss-digitalisation-and-democracy) - This Tuesday marked the start of the international HUB of the European project DIYW-ROAD, hosted and organized by Fundación CIVES. From September 23 to 25, education professionals, experts, and civil society representatives from across Europe are gathering in Madrid to reflect on the role of digital technologies as a space for inclusion, creativity, and democratic
- [Fundacion CIVES: The Contribution of Democratic Citizenship Education and Youth Work to Digital Pedagogies and Digital Empowerment](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/fundacion-cives-the-contribution-of-democratic-citizenship-education-and-youth-work-to-digital-pedagogies-and-digital-empowerment) - The Contribution of Democratic Citizenship Education and Youth Work to Digital Pedagogies and Digital Empowerment Young people experience digitalisation as a reality, not as something "new." This perception contrasts with that of older generations, who have witnessed the transition or lived through several waves of digitalisation across different areas of life—professional, personal, and social. In
- [From financial inaction to political action - European Movement Italy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/from-financial-inaction-to-political-action-european-movement-italy) - In last year's report on competitiveness, Mario Draghi reminded us that the ECB had estimated that Europe's investment needs amounted to €800 billion per year to stimulate growth, reduce dependencies and achieve the twin environmental and digital transition objectives, together with defence and security. A year later, Mario Draghi issued some dramatic warnings, summarised in
- [The latest from GONG](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-latest-from-gong) - Civic education for all students in vocational schools Civic education plays a key role in preventing radicalization and extremism among young people, particularly within vocational schools that are exposed to strong socio-economic and cultural pressures. This was one of the key conclusions of Gong’s discussion on civic education in vocational schools. In times marked by
- [The Greek Forum of Refugees celebrates International Day of Democracy with the official launch of the Democracy4All initiative](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-greek-forum-of-refugees-celebrates-international-day-of-democracy-with-the-official-launch-of-the-democracy4all-initiative) - The Greek Forum of Refugees (GFR) announces the official launch of Democracy4All: an initiative for active and meaningful participation advocating to turn community voices into real inclusion and participation in decision-making processes that shape our lives. The initiative is the result of many years of organizing and the continuation/evolution of our Self-Advocacy efforts together with communities. On 13/9, the Board of
- [La ligue de l'enseignement: The Lampedusa Manifesto — Towards a Europe of Solidarity and Dignity](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/la-ligue-de-lenseignement-the-lampedusa-manifesto-towards-a-europe-of-solidarity-and-dignity) - The Lampedusa Manifesto is the outcome of a European gathering held in June 2025 as part of the Ways of Europe project. This text outlines a vision for a fairer, more democratic, and freer Europe, drawing on the voices of young people at the heart of Europe’s challenges. Discover it in this article! The Ways
- [New Briefing: Towards a bold and meaningful Civil Society Strategy](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/new-briefing-towards-a-bold-and-meaningful-civil-society-strategy) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Yesterday, Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the importance of boosting democratic resilience and trust during her annual State of the Union speech in the European Parliament
- [Joint Letter: The EU weakens the rules that safeguard people and the environment](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-the-eu-weakens-the-rules-that-safeguard-people-and-the-environment) - 470 civil society, trade unions and public interest groups tell President von der Leyen, European Commissioners and EU Member States that our rights, planet, health and justice are not for sale The statement is also available in French, German, Spanish, and Dutch. The EU risks a new race to the bottom. Under President Ursula von der Leyen, the
- [Summer 2025: It's time for concrete action on civic space ](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/summer-2025-its-time-for-concrete-action-on-civic-space) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to ECF’s summer newsletter. In this edition: why this is a crucial moment for civic space in Europe, and the latest from our
- [Okotars: Hungarian Parliament postpones vote on law against civil society](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-hungarian-parliament-postpones-vote-on-law-against-civil-society) - We won an important battle: the Hungarian Parliament postponed the vote on its law against independent civil society and media at least until autumn! This incredibly dark-age proposal is off the table - for now. In recent weeks, millions of people have heard about the draft proposal, which was condemned by three-quarters of the population
- [La Ligue de l'enseignement: Lampedusa, Starting Point of the "Ways of Europe" Project – A Journey to the Heart of Europe’s Challenges](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/la-ligue-de-lenseignement-lampedusa-starting-point-of-the-ways-of-europe-project-a-journey-to-the-heart-of-europes-challenges) - A highly symbolic location, Lampedusa embodies Europe’s contemporary challenges, particularly those related to migration and solidarity. It is therefore fitting that this place was chosen as the starting point of the “Ways of Europe” project, led by Arci Solidarietà, the Italian partner of La Ligue de l’enseignement, in collaboration with nine other European organisations. This
- [European Movement Italy: How and why Europe needs a constitutional path](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-how-and-why-europe-needs-a-constitutional-path) - The European Council of 27 June 2024 had invited the European Commission to present by spring 2025 an EU reform plan before the new accessions containing four operational pillars: The rule of law European policies to ensure competitiveness, prosperity, global leadership and strategic autonomy The budget on the basis of a draft MFF to be
- [OFOP: From Warsaw to Europe: Investing in Civil Society, Safeguarding Democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-from-warsaw-to-europe-investing-in-civil-society-safeguarding-democracy) - Strengthening Internal Capacity: OFOP's Assembly and Sejm Conference On 16 June the Polish Federation of Non-Governmental Organizations (OFOP) co-hosted a pivotal conference in the Polish Parliament titled "Building Capacity and Social Resilience of NGOs." Organized together with the Parliamentary Group on NGOs and Civil Society, the event formed part of OFOP’s General Assembly activities. The
- [ECF launches Civic Space Report 2025 at European Parliament policy roundtable](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-launches-civic-space-report-2025-at-european-parliament-policy-roundtable) - On 4 June, the European Civic Forum (ECF) launched its annual flagship Civic Space Report at a cross-party event in the European Parliament on 4 June 2025. The event brought together 25 civil society organisation representatives and Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) from across Europe, Brussels-based networks and policymakers from the EU Institutions. The event, co-hosted
- [Polish Civil EU presidency: strengthening democracy and the Rule of Law in Europe in the face of polycrises](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/polish-civil-eu-presidency-strengthening-democracy-and-the-rule-of-law-in-europe-in-the-face-of-polycrises) - On 17 June, the European Civic Forum hosted its annual policy debate, in cooperation with the National Federation of Polish NGOs (OFOP), and the Stefan Batory Foundation. The conference, which took place in Warsaw, was titled “Strengthening democracy and the Rule of Law in Europe in the face of polycrises: Polish EU civil presidency”, and
- [ECF celebrates 20th anniversary at general assembly in Warsaw](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-celebrates-20th-anniversary-at-general-assembly-in-warsaw) - On 17-18 June, ECF members and staff gathered in Warsaw for our Annual General Assembly. This year’s AGA was particularly special as in 2025, we are celebrating our 20th anniversary as a network. Back in late 2005, representatives of associations and NGOs from across the continent gathered at the Council of Europe in Strasbourg to
- [EVENT: Strengthening democracy and the rule of law in Europe in the face of polycrises](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/event-strengthening-democracy-and-the-rule-of-law-in-europe-in-the-face-of-polycrises) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Today, Europe is grappling with complex and interconnected crises, including climate change, growing economic precarity, and an increased sense of insecurity following the Russian
- [Joint letter: Urgent call to address democratic backsliding, civic space and rule of law deterioration in Italy](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-urgent-call-to-address-democratic-backsliding-civic-space-and-rule-of-law-deterioration-in-italy) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||20px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_button button_url=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Civil-Society-Letter-to-Commissioner-McGrath-concerning-the-Italian-Security-Decree.pdf” button_text=”Download the letter” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] To: Michael McGrath, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of
- [Europe experiencing “dangerous rollback of civic freedoms”, warns damning new report in “wake-up call” to EU leaders](https://civic-forum.eu/press/europe-experiencing-dangerous-rollback-of-civic-freedoms-warns-damning-new-report-in-wake-up-call-to-eu-leaders) - Rise of far-right accompanied by a deliberate strategy to delegitimise civil society, through smear campaigns, SLAPPs, and restrictive “foreign agents” legislation Right to protest increasingly under attack, with Palestine solidarity and environmental justice campaigners targeted Government ministers in several states question international human rights law Europe is experiencing a dangerous rollback of civic freedoms,
- [NGOs sound alarm over Italian Security Decree; urge action from EU Commission ](https://civic-forum.eu/press/ngos-sound-alarm-over-italian-security-decree-urge-action-from-eu-commission) - More than 70 NGOs have sounded the alarm over Italy’s new Security Decree, warning it poses a serious threat to democracy amid a systemic deterioration of the rule of law. In a letter[1] to Michael McGrath, the EU Commissioner responsible for democracy and the rule of law, the organisations urge the Commission to act immediately
- [European Movement Italy: An innovative partnership between Europe and Africa is needed](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-an-innovative-partnership-between-europe-and-africa-is-needed) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]On 21 May, the third meeting between the EU foreign ministers coordinated by the High Representative for EU Foreign Policy and the foreign Ministers of the African Union coordinated by the Minister of Angola takes place in Brussels in preparation for the sixth EU-AU summit to be held in
- [The latest from Civic Alliance - Latvia](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-latest-from-civic-alliance-latvia) - Civic Alliance – Latvia calls for increased funding for civil society in the state budget The Civic Alliance – Latvia has compiled information on the opportunities for non-governmental organisations to contribute to the development of the state budget. Security and demography are priorities in this year’s Latvian state budget, and ministries are therefore expected to
- [Pour La Solidarité: the social economy in danger: let's mobilise to defend its future in Europe!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/pour-la-solidarite-the-social-economy-in-danger-lets-mobilise-to-defend-its-future-in-europe) - (translation from the original French) Europe's social economy is under serious threat. A month ago, the Directorate-General for the Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs (DG GROW) announced the abolition of the unit responsible for the social economy as of 1 May 2025. At the same time, the COSME call for projects dedicated to the
- [Ökotárs Alapítvány: No Country Was Built On Blacklists - joint statement of independent civil society organisations and media outlets](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-alapitvany-no-country-was-built-on-blacklists-joint-statement-of-independent-civil-society-organisations-and-media-outlets) - 14 May 2025 - The draft law submitted by the ruling party on Tuesday is nothing but an authoritarian attempt to hold on to their power. Its aim is to silence all critical voices and eliminate what remains of Hungarian democracy once and for all. The draft is an attack on remaining independent organisations more
- [La Ligue de L'Enseignement: Say Photography competition in France](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/la-ligue-de-lenseignement-say-photography-competition-in-france) - Last April, within the framework of the European project SAY – Solidarity is About Youth- a photography competition was organised for students aged 12 and above. This competition allowed for students to express themselves by portraying the values enshrined in this project which are solidarity, social cohesion, involvement through various photographs they took. In France, three different institutions took part in this competition,
- [Ligue de L'Engseignement: JUST4ALL – Ecological Transition and Social Justice: The Perspective of Education](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ligue-de-lengseignement-just4all-ecological-transition-and-social-justice-the-perspective-of-education) - JUST4ALL is a European project coordinated by SOLIDAR, European partner of La Ligue de l’enseignement, in collaboration with three other organisations: AONTAS (Ireland), ABF (Sweden), and ICAR (Cyprus). Its goal is to support and promote an ecological transition that is both just and inclusive, using adult education as the main driving force. Stemming from an
- [Open letter on the Hungarian bill entitled “Transparency of Public Life”](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/open-letter-on-the-hungarian-bill-entitled-transparency-of-public-life) - President Ursula von der Leyen President of the European Commission European Commission Commissioner Michael McGrath Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law, and Consumer Protection 22 May 2025 Dear President von der Leyen, Dear Commissioner McGrath, On 13 May, 2025, a member of Hungary’s ruling Fidesz party, submitted a new bill entitled the Transparency
- [570+ CSOs call for an end to the attacks on civil society](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/570-csos-call-for-an-end-to-the-attacks-on-civil-society) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the latest ECF newsletter. In this edition: over 570 NGOs call for an end to the attacks on
- [European Movement Italy: If European foreign policy frees us from fears and needs](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-if-european-foreign-policy-frees-us-from-fears-and-needs) - On the role of the European Union as an international actor, much has been written even recently where the (apparent) economic strength, the unquestionable political weakness and the dramatic military inconsistency have most often been emphasised, as Mario Draghi, Enrico Letta and Sauli Niinistö have done in their three reports that focus more on diagnoses
- [The Next Rule of Law Report: More Action, Less Reaction](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/rule-of-law/the-next-rule-of-law-report-more-action-less-reaction) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||20px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The undersigned civil society, human rights, journalist and media support organisations call on the European Commission to strengthen the rule of law dialogue, improve the impact
- [Joint letter: Strengthening and shielding European democracy with the upcoming MFF ](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-strengthening-and-shielding-european-democracy-with-the-upcoming-mff) - More than 330 organisations write to EU leaders, urging them to increase support to civil society in the next multiannual financial framework.
- [Unprecedented Attacks on NGOs in the EU - We Call on All Democratic Forces To Act for a Strong and Independent Civil Society](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/unprecedented-attacks-on-ngos-in-the-eu-we-call-on-all-democratic-forces-to-act-for-a-strong-and-independent-civil-society) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]European civil society organisations (CSOs) are currently facing an unprecedented attack coming from certain Members of the European Parliament. The attack, spearheaded by some MEPs
- [March 2025: EU leaders must make a historic commitment to democracy in the MFF](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/march-2025-eu-leaders-must-make-a-historic-commitment-to-democracy-in-the-mff) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Welcome to the latest ECF newsletter! In this edition: our joint letter from over 330 CSOs and organisations, the launch of the Early Warning
- [European CSOs announce Early Warning System for civic space restrictions as part of the MACS project.](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/european-csos-announce-early-warning-system-for-civic-space-restrictions-as-part-of-the-macs-project) - Today, we are launching the Early Warning and Alert System, aimed at systematising the collection of civic space developments, reporting on early signs of civic space deterioration, and calling on EU institutions to act before the situation further deteriorates. The system is part of the Monitoring Action for Civic Space (MACS) project, co-funded by CERV.
- [Webinar: Early Warning and Alert System as part of civic space protection in Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/webinar-early-warning-and-alert-system-as-part-of-civic-space-protection-in-europe) - 10 April at 11:00-12:30 CET Organised by ECF and ECNL within the MACS project Across Europe, civic space is under increasing pressure. Fundamental rights such as the freedoms of association, peaceful assembly, and expression are being challenged by repressive trends and authoritarianism. Civil society across Europe has long advocated for mechanisms that detect and
- [Collective Leadership Institute: Invitation Transformation Literacy Conference 2025 - Empowering Metrics and Enlivening Narratives for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/collective-leadership-institute-invitation-transformation-literacy-conference-2025-empowering-metrics-and-enlivening-narratives-for-achieving-sustainable-development-goals) - International collaboration is facing challenging times. Metrics that foster resource extraction instead of regeneration and narratives that highlight dominance and glorify past achievements instead of partnerships and future possibilities are still commonplace in many areas. As a result of the obvious gap between what is needed for people and planet, and what is done, polarization
- [Ökotárs Alapítvány: What's Happening in Hungary](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-alapitvany-whats-happening-hungary) - A little more than a year before the next general elections scheduled to take place in April 2026, emboldened by the developments in the US, the Orbán government once again is stepping up its campaign against civil society (and independent media) with the apparent purpose to further demonise and deter organisations and activists. Since January,
- [Movimento Europeo: From welfare to warfare via the war transition economy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/movimento-europeo-from-welfare-to-warfare-via-the-war-transition-economy-2) - There is much, and perhaps too much, enthusiasm in the now variegated network of pro-Europeans that has spilled over from the ‘Ursula majority’ by embarking a part of conservatives and reformists and even a few federalists on Ursula von der Leyen's proposal to ‘rearm Europe’. Or rather: to rearm the national armies in the European
- [RECLAIM: 15 countries and European Parliament joined forces with Commission against Hungary](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/reclaim-15-countries-and-european-parliament-joined-forces-with-commission-against-hungary) - Orban's attack on civil society won't go unanswered. After months of hard work, we are proud to announce a historic victory: the Hungarian government will face a united front consisting of 15 countries, the European Parliament, and the European Commission, in the largest legal battle for civic freedoms in the history of the EU. This
- [Greek Forum of Refugees:  Joint Statement: Neither an accident nor an incident – A brutal crime in the Aegean Sea](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-joint-statement-neither-an-accident-nor-an-incident-a-brutal-crime-in-the-aegean-sea) - The Greek Forum of Refugees (GFR) and the RISE Network[1] (Refugees Ideas and Solutions for Europe) express their outrage, profound concern, and deep sorrow over yet another brutal crime against refugees in the Aegean Sea. On December 20, 2024, near Rhodes Island, the Hellenic Coast Guard deliberately rammed a boat carrying 27 refugees, including women and children, leaving eight dead, three of whom were decapitated
- [La Ligue de l’enseignement: Launch of the 2025 edition of Social Rights Monitor](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/la-ligue-de-lenseignement-launch-of-the-2025-edition-of-social-rights-monitor) - La Ligue renews its contribution to the annual survey on the state of social rights carried out by its European partner Solidar On Friday 21 February, La Ligue de l'enseignement took part in the Social Right Monitor 2024 evaluation meeting organised by Solidar, the European network of civil society organisations. This network, which counts over
- [We are hiring: Office Manager](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-office-manager) - ECF is hiring! Could you be our next Office Manager? Apply now to join our dynamic, multicultural team!
- [European civil society stands in solidarity with the people of Serbia](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/european-civil-society-stands-in-solidarity-with-the-people-of-serbia) - Representatives of European civil society express their solidarity with the people of Serbia amid escalting repression.
- [EU: Stop criminalising migration in the Facilitator’s Package law](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/eu-stop-criminalising-migration-in-the-facilitators-package-law) - Civil society condemns Facilitation Directive’s failure to protect migrants and call for rejection of Europol Regulation. When the European Commission published the Facilitator’s Package in 2023, its stated goal was to protect migrants from being exploited by “professional smugglers” and undertaking dangerous journeys to Europe. In reality, the Package’s proposed Facilitation Directive criminalises migrants and human
- [Serbia repression: EU's failure to act undermines trust in EU path, say NGOs in solidarity statement](https://civic-forum.eu/press/serbia-repression-eus-failure-to-act-undermines-trust-in-eu-path-say-ngos-in-solidarity-statement) - Over 100 European NGOs have signed a statement expressing solidarity with the Serbian people and criticising the EU's response to the escalating repression of the anti-corruption movement. In the statement, coordinated by the European Civic Forum and the Balkan Civil Society Development Network (BCSDN), the NGOs argue that the EU’s failure to act decisively has
- [Call for signatures: Statement in solidarity with the Serbian people](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/call-for-signatures-statement-in-solidarity-with-the-serbian-people) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][ba_dual_button btn_a_text=”Read the statement!” btn_a_link=”#statement” btn_b_text=”Sign the statement!” btn_b_link=”https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oeZz0uvarkmzKHurjwOX4jJc7DbpiPJKvN2amQ3OpipUQzQ4UDIwSzRUSUxCQ0tNSUpaV1lXNU5EQi4u” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/ba_dual_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Across Serbia, citizens are standing up against repression, corruption, and attacks on fundamental freedoms.
- [February 2025: Is the Commission's work programme really driven by democracy, solidarity and equality?](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/february-2025) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the February edition of our newsletter. Inside, you will find our reaction to the European Commission’s work programme, updates from
- [We are hiring: Civic Space Assistant (trainee)](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-civic-space-assistant-2) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We’re looking for a politically savvy, sociable and passionate person at the start of their career to support and contribute to our research and advocacy on
- [The Commission claims its work programme is driven by democracy, solidarity and equality. But its content seems to be dictated by different objectives.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/the-commission-claims-its-work-programme-is-driven-by-democracy-solidarity-and-equality-but-its-content-seems-to-be-dictated-by-different-objectives) - This month, the European Commission published its 2025 work programme, the first of a five-year period. It claims to respond to the challenges facing the European project and to meet the needs and aspirations of Europeans, in line with the values enshrined in the Lisbon Treaty. The work programme notably pledges a “strategy to support,
- [Greek Forum of Refugees: Neither an accident nor an incident – A brutal crime in the Aegean Sea](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-neither-an-accident-nor-an-incident-a-brutal-crime-in-the-aegean-sea) - The Greek Forum of Refugees expresses its deep sorrow and concern over the tragic “incident” that occurred on 20 December 2024, in Greek waters near the island of Rhodes. According to survivors’ testimonies, a Coast Guard vessel violently rammed a boat carrying 27 people, of which 25 were refugees from Afghanistan, among them women and
- [Novact: Defender a Quien Defiende Launches its Annual Report about the state of protest in Spain](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/novact-defender-a-quien-defiende-launchs-its-annual-report-about-the-state-of-protest-in-spain) - From the platform Defender a quien Defiende we present the annual report on the state of the right to protest in Spain, which reveals an alarming increase in repression. In 2024, 1,140 rights violations were recorded in 228 documented cases, a figure equivalent to the sum of the violations recorded in 2022 and 2023 combined.
- [Gong: Political and media education on the eve of the election](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/gong-political-and-media-education-on-the-eve-of-the-election) - At the start of 2025, Gong organized a media literacy workshop for a group of interested citizens in Zagreb, where local elections will soon take place. This program provided an opportunity for citizens to raise awareness about digital challenges and threats to unbiased and accurate information during the election campaign. Participants discussed the difference between misinformation
- [Euroean Movement Italy: Call for Militant Humanism](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/euroean-movement-italy-call-for-militant-europeanism) - ‘What is needed today is a militant humanism, one that is saturated with the conviction that the principle of freedom, tolerance and doubt must not allow itself to be exploited and overtaken by a fanaticism that is without shame and without doubt. If European humanism has become incapable of a vigorous revival of its ideas;
- [European Civic Micro-Grants fund projects across Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/micro-grants/european-civic-micro-grants-fund-projects-across-europe) - The European Civic Micro-Grants, an initiative led by ECF, plays a pivotal role in strengthening democracy and civic engagement across Europe. By providing crucial financial support to organisations, the micro-grants empower local movements to address pressing societal and political challenges, build engaged communities, and actively participate in shaping European policies. Last year’s projects, funded by
- [Net4Defenders — Project partners advance work on civic space and protection of human rights defenders](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/net4defenders-project-partners-advance-work-on-civic-space-and-protection-of-human-rights-defenders) - Over the past few months, ECF has been enhancing the work on the protection of civil society and human rights defenders across Europe, including through the Net4Defenders project. As civic space continues to face growing challenges, strengthening advocacy, coordination, and support mechanisms is one of our key priorities. On 12 February, we organised a capacity
- [In historic decision, European Commission promises strategy to support, protect, and empower civil society](https://civic-forum.eu/press/in-historic-decision-european-commission-promises-strategy-to-support-protect-and-empower-civil-society) - The European Commission has today published its 2025 work programme, including a pledge to introduce a Civil Society Strategy — a historic decision that follows years of campaigning by the European Civic Forum and organisations across the EU. In the context of widespread attacks on the non-profit sector, the announcement could not come at a
- [We are hiring: Administrative and Financial Manager](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-administrative-and-financial-manager) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Are you a professional in administrative and financial management, bilingual in French and English, and would like to put your skills to good use in an
- [Joint statement — AI as it is being developed is fuelling a global system of exploitation](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/joint-statement-ai-as-it-is-being-developed-is-fuelling-a-global-system-of-exploitation) - In an op-ed published in Le Monde, a coalition of organisations including Amnesty International and LDH (Ligue des droits de l'Homme) recommends placing human rights and environmental justice at the heart of the regulation of artificial intelligence.
- [January 2025: 20 years of ECF](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/january-2025-20-years-of-ecf) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to our first newsletter of 2025! In this edition: ECF celebrates its 20th anniversary, Civil Society Europe’s statement on the NGO
- [As ECF celebrates its 20th anniversary, its mission is more important than ever](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/as-ecf-celebrates-its-20th-anniversary-its-mission-is-more-important-than-ever) - 2025 will mark the 20th anniversary of ECF’s founding. In 2005, representatives from civil society organisations across the continent gathered at the Council of Europe in Strasbourg to set up a network of CSOs. Their aim was to address the gap between citizens and EU institutions by bringing the voice of associations and NGOs to
- [National NGO Coalition: Lithuanian NGOs to Equip for Civil Resilience](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/national-ngo-coalition-lithuanian-ngos-to-equip-for-civil-resilience) - The Lithuanian National Coalition of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and the Nordic Council of Ministers, is launching a project to enhance NGO involvement in crisis management systems. With growing expectations for NGOs to actively respond to various crises — pandemics, natural disasters, social issues, and more — additional preparation
- [Gong: Is the Prime Minister signaling a willingness to penalise organisations that insists on free and fair elections?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/gong-is-the-prime-minister-signaling-a-willingness-to-penalise-organisations-that-insists-on-free-and-fair-elections) - Recently, Gong has been subjected to a smear campaign on social media, which was further fueled by Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. He questioned the independence of our work and the future funding of our organization, referencing key national bodies such as the Government’s Office for the Cooperation of NGOs and the National Foundation for Civil
- [Balkan Civil Society Development Network: Sebian Regime Crackdown Crossing Borders - European Civil Society Aler Against Oppression!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/balkan-civil-society-development-network-sebian-regime-crackdown-crossing-borders-european-civil-society-aler-against-oppression) - Serbia entered 2025 amid the echoes of a turbulent year marked by civic resistance against severe authorities’ restrictions on fundamental rights. Sparked by the Novi Sad tragedy, which unveiled systemic corruption and government repression, civic protests were met with police brutality, mass arrests, and intimidation by pro-government groups. These events underscored Serbia's alarming democratic decline,
- [Ökotárs Alapítvány: Policy proposal on comprehensive EU civil society strategy + conference videos](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-alapitvany-policy-proposal-on-comprehensive-eu-civil-society-strategy-conference-videos) - EU civil society strategy - conference summary Goal Although civil society matters fall outside the EU’s competence, in response to signs of a shrinking civic space observed in an increasing number of Member States, EU institutions have launched a number of important initiatives, partly as a result of civic advocacy, during the 2019-24 mandate aimed
- [The Wheel: Find Your EU Project Partner - CERV Calls](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-wheel-find-your-eu-project-partner-cerv-calls) - Looking for partners to collaborate on your next CERV project? Join this online event on 5 February! Would you like to gear up for the new EU’s Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV) funding opportunities and meet potential partners? Join this free online event to connect with organisations from IRELAND for networking and discussing project
- [Euroean Movement Italy: Antidote Needed as a Response to Nationalist Degeneration](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/euroean-movement-italy-antidote-needed-as-a-response-to-nationalist-degeneration) - ‘We are not an accident of History, but the children and grandchildren of those who managed to find the antidote to the nationalist degeneration that has poisoned our History. If we are Europeans, it is also because we are in love with our countries. But nationalism that becomes ideology and idolatry produces viruses that stimulate
- [La Ligue de l'Enseignement: Vocational Training to Include All Workers in the Ecological Transition](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/la-ligue-de-lenseignement-vocational-training-to-include-all-workers-in-the-ecological-transition) - Launch of the Second Year of the European Project Just4ALL From November 12 to 15, the Europe and International department of La Ligue de l’Enseignement, represented by Océane Danieli and Adrien Grillot, traveled to Nicosia, Cyprus, for the European launch meeting of the second year of the Just4All project, coordinated by the European network Solidar.
- [The EU must ensure the conditions for an open public debate on EU policies](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/the-eu-must-ensure-the-conditions-for-an-open-public-debate-on-eu-policies) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]This statement was published by Civil Society Europe. As the coordination of civil society organisations (CSOs) representing citizens, we believe that the EU must ensure the
- [ECF suspends activity on Twitter/X](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/ecf-suspends-activity-on-twitter-x) - After more than a decade on the platform, ECF has decided to suspend its activity on Twitter/X with immediate effect.
- [JOINT STATEMENT - Against criminalisation of environmental activism and right to protest in Italy, and in support of national mobilisation against draft bill 1236](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-statement-against-criminalisation-of-environmental-activism-and-right-to-protest-in-italy-and-in-support-of-national-mobilisation-against-draft-bill-1236) - This statement was originally published by In Difensa Di on 12/12/2024 Europe, December 12, 2024 We, the undersigning organizations, groups and collectives working on human rights, climate justice and environment and in support of environmental rights defenders in Europe hereby express our concern about the draft bill 1236 (ex 1660) on security currently in discussion at
- [Register now: Webinar - Micro-Grants in Action - Results and qualitative reporting from the European Civic Micro-Grants 2024 Projects](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/register-now-webinar-micro-grants-in-action-results-and-qualitative-reporting-from-the-european-civic-micro-grants-2024-projects) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]On 10 December, from 11:00 to 13:30 CET, join us for a webinar presenting the qualitative impact of the projects funded this year by
- [November 2024: Celebrating civic activism](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/november-2024) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to the ECF November Newsletter. In this edition, we take you through our busy end to the
- [Human Rights Cities Network: Recomendations for the participatory monitoring of Human Rights in Cities](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/human-rights-cities-network-recomendations-for-the-participatory-monitoring-of-human-rights-in-cities) - Together for rights! ..but how?! The Human Rights Cities Network released the publication “Together for rights! ..but how?! Recommendations for the participatory monitoring of human rights in cities”. The publication is the output of the activities realised in the framework of the Civic Action for Rights and Equality in Cities - CAREinCities project, supported by
- [Democracy International: A Stronger EU for the World](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/democracy-international-a-stronger-eu-for-the-world) - The A Stronger EU for the World Consultation seeks to collect views and opinions of people living in the European Union, especially on the participatory mechanisms it is equipped with and on the role the Union can have in the world. With this Consultation, we would like to understand what you think on global issues related to participation and democracy. In
- [Civic Pride Month - Celebrating Civic Activism!](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/civic-pride/civic-pride-month-celebrating-civic-activism) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]For several years, ECF has been running the Civic Pride campaign – turning our attention away from policymaking and institutional
- [European House: Second Macro-Regional Citizen Agora](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-second-macro-regional-citizen-agora) - European House (EH) is a Budapest-based pro-European civil society organisation set up in 1990. Its main objective is to develop active European citizenship and identity based on shared values, foster EU ownership among citizens and promote participatory democracy. EH is an active player on European level: it promotes awareness-raising debates, contributes to EU agenda setting
- [Volonteurope:  Water-smart and resilient Europe: active citizens driving change through the ECI](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/volonteurope-water-smart-and-resilient-europe-active-citizens-driving-change-through-the-eci) - Water is a universal connector: it sustains life, drives economies, and shapes societies. Yet, the challenges surrounding water management in Europe have reached a critical point. From droughts and floods to pollution and dwindling resources, water insecurity is no longer a distant threat; it is a present reality. This issue has long been close to
- [European Movement Italy: Which European antibodies if Ursula von der Leyen and manfred Weber board nationalists](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-which-european-antibodies-if-ursula-von-der-leyen-and-manfred-weber-board-nationalists) - If there are no surprises in the chamber, the Ursula-bis European Commission will have the confidence with a simple majority of voters in the Assembly in Strasbourg on 27 November 2024 and the new commissioners will enter the Berlaymont Palace on 1 December after formal approval by the European Council by qualified majority. Ursula von
- [With the rule of law in decline, the Commission’s reporting is not fit for purpose](https://civic-forum.eu/press/with-the-rule-of-law-in-decline-the-commissions-reporting-is-not-fit-for-purpose) - The European Commission’s Rule of Law monitoring process is not fit for purpose, according to a leading European NGO, as the body publishes its annual report on the issue. In a statement published today assessing the reporting process over the last five years the European Civic Forum (ECF) argues that it is far too limited
- [Repression of Palestine solidarity in Europe widespread, according to new briefing](https://civic-forum.eu/press/repression-of-palestine-solidarity-in-europe-widespread-according-to-new-briefing) - The repression of solidarity with Palestine continues in Europe, with the use of excessive force, intimidation and censorship among the most common restrictions, according to a new briefing from the European Civic Forum (ECF). One year on from the Hamas attacks against Israel and the start of Israel’s ongoing bombardment of Gaza, and with violence
- [September 2024: It’s been a busy rentrée in Brussels](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/its-been-a-busy-rentree-in-brussels) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]It’s been a busy rentrée in Brussels, and it shows no signs of letting up! In this edition, you can hear about some of our plans for
- [October 2024: The new Commission could be an opportunity for action on civic space.](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/october-2024) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]​With the parliamentary hearings for the Commissioners-designate coming up next week, we explain why the new European Commission could be an opportunity for action on
- [RECLAIM Confronts Kremlin-Style Legislation in Bulgaria.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/reclaim-confronts-kremlin-style-legislation-in-bulgaria) - From the moment Bulgaria hastily passed its ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law this summer, ECF member RECLAIM has made it a top priority to challenge it. The law is part of a broader and disturbing trend across Europe, where reactionary forces simultaneously advance Kremlin-inspired anti-LGBTIQ+ propaganda and foreign agent laws. These moves, aimed at curbing civic
- [EDITO: The renewed European Commission could be an opportunity for action on civic space. We must ensure that it delivers on its potential.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-the-renewed-european-commission-could-be-an-opportunity-for-action-on-civic-space-we-must-ensure-that-it-delivers-on-its-potential) - Last month, Ursula von der Leyen presented her new team of Commissioners-designate, including Commissioner-designate for Democracy, Justice, and the Rule of Law Michael McGrath. At ECF, we’re pleased to see that, in these mandates, the Commission recognises protecting civic space as an essential aspect of defending democracy. Over the coming weeks and months and with
- [IPA: Central Europe Civic Forum 2024 – civil society advocates for a better and stronger democracy!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/central-europe-civic-forum-2024-civil-society-advocates-for-a-better-and-stronger-democracy) - 3 days of intensive work, exchange of experiences and networking are behind us within the annual Central Europe Civic Forum, which took place this year in Warsaw on September 11-13. The Central Europe Civic Forum is an annual venue for civil society leaders from the Central and Eastern Europe to share their experiences leading organizing
- [HRCN: Padua and Ghent together to overcome challenges and pave the way for monitoring rights and equality in local policies and services](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/padua-and-ghent-together-to-overcome-challenges-and-pave-the-way-for-monitoring-rights-and-equality-in-local-policies-and-services) - The Civic Action for Rights and Equality in Cities (CAREinCities) project brings together a diverse community of civil society members and local authorities from the cities of Ghent (Belgium) and Padua (Italy). The purpose is to design a collaborative system to monitor the human rights impacts and inclusivity of their social policies and services. In
- [European Movement Italy: Let Us Write Together A New Narrative on Migrants](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/let-us-write-together-a-new-narrative-on-migrants) - Ever since the birth of the Conte-I Government in June 2018, when Matteo Salvini ruled for fourteen months unchallenged at the building of the Internal Affairs Ministry (the Viminale) in disregard of all rules and with the complicity of the Five Stars ministers, we have intensified on our newsletter (www.movimentoeuropeo.it) the counter-information action on migration
- [Initiative for Development and Cooperation shares news about its projects – IRIS network and Reintegrate II](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/initiative-for-development-and-cooperation-shares-news-about-its-projects-iris-network-and-reintegrate-i) - IRIS NETWORK: Regional Benchmark Study for Western Balkans coming soon! Social progress - Regional Benchmark Study provides an overview of the progress made in the framework of the EU accession process regarding the following policy areas: social services, human rights protection, anti-discrimination policies, employment and social economy. This study will offer a snapshot of the
- [EDITO: Taking stock of the last five years, looking ahead to the next.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-taking-stock-of-the-last-five-years-looking-ahead-to-the-next) - This month saw big steps in the renewal of the European institutions for the next five years. The new cohort of MEPs took up their seats, committee chairs were elected, and on 18 July, Ursula von der Leyen was confirmed as the President of the European Commission for another term. Days later, the Commission published
- [Register now: How do we uphold the Charter of Fundamental Rights?](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/register-now-how-do-we-uphold-the-charter-of-fundamental-rights) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Nyt Europa and the European Civic Forum are pleased to invite you to a high-level conference focused on the state of fundamental rights and the
- [European NGOs publish papers on a protection mechanism for human rights defenders and CSOs](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/european-ngos-publish-papers-on-a-protection-mechanism-for-human-rights-defenders-and-csos) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ custom_margin=”0px||20px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Today, the European Civic Forum and Civil Society Europe, leading an informal coalition of Civil Society Organisations, present the Mapping paper and the Pathways paper for
- [Polish Women's Strike protests’ organisers on trial - verdict on 03.10.2024](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/polish-womens-strike-protests-organisers-on-trial-verdict-on-03-10-2024) - Date: 3.10.2024 Time: 12.00 Courtroom: 224 Location: District Court in Warsaw, Solidarności 127 Press briefing after the verdict. The criminal case against Polish Women's Strike pro abortion protests’ (2020) leaders is finally coming to an end in the District Court in Warsaw, Poland. Marta Lempart, Agnieszka Czerederecka and Klementyna Suchanow are charged under Article 165
- [BCSDN Calls for an End to Crackdown on Serbian Civic Freedoms, Urging the EU and International Community to Join in Support](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/bcsdn-calls-for-an-end-to-crackdown-on-serbian-civic-freedoms-urging-the-eu-and-international-community-to-join-in-support) - In solidarity with Serbian civil society, BCSDN stands firmly with those facing increasing pressure to defend democratic values and fundamental rights. We support their right to protest and demand an accountable government. BCSDN urges the Serbian government to respect civic freedoms and immediately end the crackdown on civil society. The rise of protests In recent
- [IDC: Balkan caravan – Journey through the Western Balkan region](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/idc-balkan-caravan-journey-through-the-western-balkan-region) - The IRIS network organized the Balkan Caravan from July 8 to 13, 2024 in six countries of the region - Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo*, North Macedonia and Serbia. The purpose of the Balkan Caravan is the promotion and exchange of good practices in the field of human rights and social inclusion in the
- [European Movement Italy - European Commission:  A glass half empty, significant contradictions and silences](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-european-commission-a-glass-half-empty-significant-contradictions-and-silences) - We will divide our reflections into three points: the first concerns the institutional aspects, which are obviously also political, the second concerns what could be called a half-full glass, the third concerns what is instead a glass half empty with many contradictions and silences. As far as the political and institutional aspects are concerned, we
- [Greek Forum of Refugees: More than a book presentation](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-more-than-a-book-presentation) - The presentation of the book “Yonous”, on September 19, was not just a book launch event. It was the opportunity for a meaningful discussion on the current issues of asylum and migration, which directly concern Greece, especially at this critical moment. The discussion focused on global challenges, wars and the root causes that force millions
- [Greek Forum of Refugees: Food for All](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-food-for-all) - The Greek Forum of Refugees in collaboration with INTERSOS HELLAS is starting the implementation of the FOOD FOR ALL program, which is supported by Stichting Vluchteling – SV (https://www.intersos.gr/). The program aims to help as much as possible to cover the most basic human need, food. It is directed towards the most vulnerable groups of
- [HRCN: Padova and Gent together for human rights to promote equality in social services](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/hrcn-padova-and-gent-together-for-human-rights-to-promote-equality-in-social-services) - How can we bring together civil society organisations, academic researchers, and municipal officials to monitor the human rights impacts and the level of inclusion of their social policies and services? The Civic Action for Rights and Equality in Cities (CAREinCities) project is trying to answer this question through a set of activities involving two cities,
- [Academia Cidadã: Groups from 9 countries knitted Red Lines for the climate and took them to the European Parliament](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/academia-cidada-groups-from-9-countries-knitted-red-lines-for-the-climate-and-took-them-to-the-european-parliament) - The “knitting for climate” movement, which brings together people and groups from nine countries, demonstrated at the European Parliament with 1.5 km of Red Lines. These Red Lines symbolize the 1.5 ºC limit of global warming, which climate science indicates we should not exceed. The movement met at Place Du Luxembourg, in front of the
- [EDITO: A busy rentrée in Brussels](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-a-busy-rentree-in-brussels) - September is always a busy month in Brussels. Every year la rentrée ensures that summer holidays are soon forgotten about. This year, this is especially true. Speculation (and political drama) surrounding the unveiling of the new European Commission portfolios dominated the first half of the month. In the end, the announcement went down to the
- [Joint letter: CSOs react to downgrading of the Equality portfolio](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-csos-react-to-downgrading-of-the-equality-portfolio) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” button_text=”Download the letter” button_url=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Open-Letter-Equality-Portfolio-230924-pdf.pdf” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] In light of the recent unveiling of the new European Commission, European and national equality civil
- [Joint letter: Ensuring a vibrant civic space in the European Union – civil society’s expectations for the next five years](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-ensuring-a-vibrant-civic-space-in-the-european-union-civil-societys-expectations-for-the-next-five-years) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The following letter, signed by 416 civil society organisations across Europe, was launched at the Civil Society Forum in in June 2024 Warsaw by ECF and its
- [Call for the re-establishment of the European Parliament Anti-racism and Diversity Intergroup](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/call-for-the-re-establishment-of-the-european-parliament-anti-racism-and-diversity-intergroup) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]11 September 2024 — We, the undersigned human rights and civil society organisations, urgently call upon the newly elected Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and their
- [Joint letter: We Stand With Transparency International Hungary and Átlátszó](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-letter-we-stand-with-transparency-international-hungary-and-atlatszo) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] The EU Needs To Urgently Protect Civic Space in Hungary The undersigned organisations call on the European Commission and EU Member States to take immediate action to protect civic space in Hungary and express our unwavering support for and solidarity with Transparency International Hungary and Átlátszó, who have recently been targeted for investigation by Hungary’s
- [June 2024: Finding hope after the European elections](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/june-2024-finding-hope-after-the-european-elections) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]In this edition, we reflect on the European election results. Plus, we bring you the latest episode of our Civic Spaces podcast[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://sh1.sendinblue.com/ah95o18epxpfe.html?t=1722416208″ button_text=”Read the
- [Summer 2024: Taking stock of the last five years and looking ahead to the next.](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/summer-2024-taking-stock-of-the-last-five-years-and-looking-ahead-to-the-next) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]In this edition we reflect on the Rule of Law process and look ahead to the next. Plus we bring you the completed Civic Spaces podcast series
- [Volonteurope: ECI for a water-smart and resilient Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/volonteurope-eci-for-a-water-smart-and-resilient-europe) - Following on our commitment from the workshop ‘A Blue Deal through citizenship and stewardship’, which we organised during Civil Society Week in March 2024, together with the European Environmental Bureau and the CCMI (Consultative Commission on Industrial Change) Section of the EESC, on 17 July 2024 we submitted a proposal for a ‘European Citizens Initiative
- [Civil Society Development Foundation (FDSC): Romania 2024 - The Non-Governmental Sector. Profile, Trends, Challenges](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civil-society-development-foundation-fdsc-romania-2024-the-non-governmental-sector-profile-trends-challenges) - This study provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of the NGO sector in Romania and offers valuable insights for stakeholders interested in the development and support of civil society. The report, now available in English, highlights key aspects of the sector, including its growth, economic impact, and the challenges it faces. We believe that the findings will be of great interest and use to
- [Institute for Public Affairs: "Time for Changes. What Poles Expect on Selected Social Issues and How to Reach the Undecided" - opinion poll results](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/institute-for-public-affairs-time-for-changes-what-poles-expect-on-selected-social-issues-and-how-to-reach-the-undecided-opinion-poll-results) - What are the most important problems to be solved in Poland? What are Poles opinions on education, the protection of the rights of various marginalized groups, women, the situation of rivers and urban greenery, and preventing discrimination against and supporting people with refugee experiences? ‍♀️ ➡ We asked Poles about these issues in a quantitative
- [European Movement Italy: A Constituent Pact for the Future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-a-constituent-pact-for-the-future-of-europe) - The most significant element of Ursula von der Leyen's re-election appears to us to be the consolidation of the pro-European parliamentary majority that voted for her and that included Christian universalism, Socialist internationalism Liberal cosmopolitanism and Transnational environmentalism by rejecting the Euro-hostile extremism of the conservatives led by Giorgia Meloni whose choices have isolated her
- [Gong: Analysis of Political Narratives on TikTok during the 2024 Election Campaign](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/gong-analysis-of-political-narratives-on-tiktok-during-the-2024-election-campaign) - Gong published the “Analysis of Political Narratives on TikTok during the 2024 Election Campaign” - research with an aim to explor the political narratives and political environment of TikTok in the pre-campaign and campaign period for the Croatian parliamentary elections. TikTok is the fastest growing social network in the world, preferred by users between the ages of 16
- [Five years into the EU Rule of Law policy: taking stock, looking forward](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/five-years-into-the-eu-rule-of-law-policy-taking-stock-looking-forward) - 2024 marks the fifth year of the European Commission's annual Rule of Law Report cycle. Aside from assessing this year’s report, this moment is an opportunity to reflect on the tangible outcomes of these reports and how to address their shortcomings in the future. At the European Civic Forum (ECF), we feel particularly legitimate to
- [January 2024: There is another way.](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/january-2024-there-is-another-way) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]In our first newsletter of the year, we share our EU elections manifesto, and explain why we need a Europe of
- [To defend democracy and fundamental rights, civil society must be considered as a key partner](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/to-defend-democracy-and-fundamental-rights-civil-society-must-be-considered-as-a-key-partner) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]On 18 July 2024, the European Parliament re-elected Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission,
- [Okotars: Hungarian CSOs launch the Civil EU Presidency](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-hungarian-csos-launch-the-civil-eu-presidency) - Hungary holds the presidency of the Council of the EU between 1 July and 31 December 2024. Two CSO networks - the Great Lakes and Wetlands Alliance and the Civilisation Coalition - launch the Civil EU Presidency together to amplify the voice of civil society during these six months on issues that are not properly
- [European Movement Italy: New Game Changers in a Reshaped World Order, and the EU agenda 2024-2029.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-new-game-changers-in-a-reshaped-world-order-and-the-eu-agenda-2024-2029) - July 9, 2024 from 14:30 to 18:30 (CET) Hybrid event. A Think tank meeting hosted by the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of Regions (Room JDE 53) and facilitated by the European Movement-Italy and The-EPE. Europe, the EU institutions as well as all the financial, economic, and social actors need to design
- [Libera: Our new space opens in Rome](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/libera-our-new-space-opens-in-rome) - In April, began another chapter of the Italian organization Libera against mafias's nearly thirty-year history: ExtraLibera is our new space, open in Rome at Via Stamira 5. A multimedia journey, a documentation center, a study hall, and a place for associations: this is how a confiscated bingo hall becomes a place of aggregation and culture
- [Gong: Activities ahead of the EU elections](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/gong-activities-ahead-of-the-eu-elections) - Gong published the paper "The State of Democracy in Europe and the Democratization of the European Union after the 2024 Elections" on the eve of the elections for the European Parliament. The author of the paper is Dario Čepo, a professor from the Faculty of Law in Zagreb and a member of Gong. The report focuses on
- [Press Release: Civic freedoms declined over past five years despite EU democracy agenda, new report finds](https://civic-forum.eu/press/press-release-civic-freedoms-declined-over-past-five-years-despite-eu-democracy-agenda-new-report-finds) - Civic freedoms in decline in the EU and Western Balkans EU policies contributes to shrinking space for civil society Restrictions against protests showing solidarity with the Palestinian people across the EU Ahead of the EU elections, a new report released by the European Civic Forum finds that overall, civic freedoms have deteriorated in Europe during
- [European House Budapest: The first MRS Civil Yearbook is out!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-budapest-the-first-mrs-civil-yearbook-is-out) - The first Macro-Regional Civil Yearbook covering in a comprehensive manner the achievements and major developments of civil society stakeholders of the four macro-regions has been published by European House Budapest. This new and non-traditional initiative aims to underline the value added nature of civil society involvement in shaping and implementing the EU macro -regional strategies. As
- [May 2024: Elections approach](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/may-2024-elections-approach) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]In this edition, we present our Civic Space Report and look ahead to next week’s EU elections. Plus, we bring you the latest episode of our
- [EDITO: As the EU elections approach, civic space continues to shrink](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-as-the-eu-elections-approach-civic-space-continues-to-shrink) - The European elections kick off in just one week. Over four days, millions of voters will go to the polls to elect new members of the European Parliament, at a crucial moment for Europe. These elections come after a difficult five years, with many feeling anxious for their futures. But while some seek to capitalise
- [LDH: Bordeaux 2024, the LDH launches into the battle to unite against the far right](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ldh-bordeaux-2024-the-ldh-launches-into-the-battle-to-unite-against-the-far-right) - Translated and edited by ECF from LDH Newsletter From 18-20 May 2024, the LDH brought together its delegates, representing sections, federations and regional committees, for its 92nd national congress in Bordeaux. We would like to thank you all for taking part, and in particular the activists from the Bordeaux section and the wider Nouvelle-Aquitaine region
- [European Movement Italy: Viktor Orbán must not chair the Council of the European Union](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-viktor-orban-must-not-chair-the-council-of-the-european-union) - Based on the schedule of presidencies of the Council of the European Union, the Hungarian government of the autocrat Viktor Orbán is set to chair the intergovernmental meetings—from July 1st to December 31st, 2024 — in the framework of the program of the current "trio" consisting of the Spanish, Belgian, and Hungarian governments, with the
- [JOINT LETTER: Hungary's Defence of Sovereignty Law - accelerating the infringement procedure and requesting interim measures](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-letter-hungarys-defence-of-sovereignty-law-accelerating-the-infringement-procedure-and-requesting-interim-measures) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Dear Ms. von der Leyen and Ms. Jourová, As representatives of a coalition of international civil rights groups dedicated to upholding democracy, the rule of
- [European Civic Micro-Grants: Announcing the selected projects!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-civic-micro-grants-announcing-the-selected-projects) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The European Civic Forum is constantly working to improve its support to local organisations and movements, especially within its membership. That’s why we established the
- [Petition: Put people, democracy and the planet at the heart of our digital futures!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/petition-put-people-democracy-and-the-planet-at-the-heart-of-our-digital-futures) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dear EU lawmaker, We – as individuals, collectives, communities, and societies – have the agency, and responsibility to shape the future of a digitalised world. In 2024 and beyond,
- [Joint letter - Georgia: Last chance to stop Russian-style crackdown on civil society](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-georgia-last-chance-to-stop-russian-style-crackdown-on-civil-society) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]International human rights organizations, civil society groups, and election observers are urging European and national leaders to promptly address the Georgian government’s attempt to crackdown on civil
- [April 2024: Reflecting on 2023, preparing for the next five years](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/april-2024) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Welcome to ECF’s April newsletter! In this edition, we bring you the latest from our General Assembly, our new report on
- [ECF co-organises roundtable on a protection mechanism](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-co-organises-roundtable-on-a-protection-mechanism) - On 18 and 19 April, ECF and an informal coalition of civil society organisations hosted by Civil Society Europe, including our members Nyt Europe, CNVOS, Batory Foundation and FDSC hosted a roundtable on a protection mechanism for human rights defenders and CSOs in Europe. The event took place in the context of the European elections and
- [EDITO: Reflecting on 2023, preparing for the next five years](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-reflecting-on-2023-preparing-for-the-next-five-years) - Last week, ECF members and staff gathered in Marseille for our General Assembly. There, we discussed many topics, including reflecting on our achievements and lessons from 2023 and looking ahead to the European elections and beyond! 2023 was indeed an active year, with several extremely important EU policy dossiers to follow: the draft European Cross-Border
- [ECF holds Annual General Assembly in Marseille](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/ecf-holds-annual-general-assembly-in-marseille) - On 25-26 April, ECF members and staff gathered in Marseille (and online, due to strikes that disrupted many members’ flights) for our Annual General Assembly. The meeting, which took place alongside the Marseille Encounters – the European Common Space for Alternatives – highlighted the growth and maturity of the network as it approaches its 20th anniversary.
- [Fundacion Cives - The CIVES Foundation supports educators in integrating democratic memory into the curriculum by traveling around Spain](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/fundacion-cives-the-cives-foundation-supports-educators-in-integrating-democratic-memory-into-the-curriculum-by-traveling-around-spain) - Since last February, the CIVES Foundation has been hosting conferences in several cities in Spain with the goal of supporting teachers in incorporating Democratic Memory into the academic program. These activities seek to contribute to the effectiveness of the teaching of Democratic Memory incorporated into the Spanish educational system through the legislation that stipulates the
- [OFOP - 50 NGOs gather in Warsaw for a two-day event focusing on European topics](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-50-ngos-gather-in-warsaw-for-a-two-day-event-focusing-on-european-topics) - Recently, the National Federation of Non-Governmental Organizations (OFOP) hosted 50 NGOs from Poland in Warsaw during two days focused on European topics. On the first day, April 18, the 2nd Civic Congress of Monitoring Committees was held, based on workshop work in thematic subgroups of people from NGOs monitoring the implementation of EU programs in
- [European Movement Italy - It’s time for a political insurrection: peaceful, institutional and constituent](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-its-time-for-a-political-insurrection-peaceful-institutional-and-constituent) - The failure of the European Council of 17 and 18 April 2024 is yet more proof that the European Union and its Member States cannot plan for the future by relying on negotiation between governments that base their orientations only on the defence of apparent national interests. On the table of the Heads of State
- [Foreign Interference Directive: What are the risks?](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/foreign-interference-directive-what-are-the-risks) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Civil Society Europe has published a new analysis on the Foreign Interference Directive outlining the main concerns of civil society. On 12 December 2023, as
- [THE FUTURE MUST BE DIFFERENT FROM THE PAST](https://civic-forum.eu/position/lessons-learned-from-covid-19-crisis) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Humanity is going through an unprecedented crisis, with a lot of suffering, sacrifice, pain and drastic changes in our daily
- [Packed with loopholes: Why the AI Act fails to protect civic space and the rule of law](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/artificial-intelligence/packed-with-loopholes-why-the-ai-act-fails-to-protect-civic-space-and-the-rule-of-law) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] In a new analysis, ECF, Liberties and the European Center for Not-for-profit Law assess the AI Act from a civic space and rule of
- [Solidarity protests with Palestinian people banned in at least 12 EU countries, finds new analysis, six months on from the horrific Hamas attack on 7 October](https://civic-forum.eu/press/solidarity-protests-with-palestinian-people-banned-in-at-least-12-eu-countries-finds-new-analysis-six-months-on-from-the-horrific-hamas-attack-on-7-october) - Protests banned on grounds of protecting ‘public order’ and ‘security’ Authorities have resorted to excessive force in multiple countries, including the use of pepper spray, kettling and the deployment of police dogs Palestinian flags and scarves also widely banned European and international NGOs urge the Commission to act on restrictions The European Civic Forum, Civil
- [March 2024: One step closer to cross-border associations](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/march-2024-one-step-closer-to-crossborder-associations) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]In this month’s edition, we zoom in on the European Cross-Border Associations Directive, a milestone in a decades-long campaign. Plus, we
- [HRCN: Save the date - "Ensuring Human Rights in Cities - the Right to Vote in the 2024 European Parliament Elections"](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/hrcn-register-now-ensuring-human-rights-in-cities-the-right-to-vote-in-the-2024-european-parliament-elections) - On 23 April, the HRCN & the GPM will host a Human Rights Cities Webinar on “Ensuring Human Rights in Cities: the Right to Vote in the 2024 European Parliament Elections". PENCIL THE DATE IN YOUR AGENDA: 23 April 2024 ! STAY TUNED TO REGISTER TO THIS HUMAN RIGHTS CITIES WEBINAR The Human Rights Cities Network (HRCN) & the Global Parliament
- [HRCN: Welcoming the City of Leuven to the network](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/hrcn-welcoming-the-city-of-leuven-to-the-network) - The Human Rights Cities Network (HRCN) is honoured to welcome the City of Leuven as a new member of the network. On the 10th of December 2023, the City of Leuven became a Human Rights City. By doing so, the city commits to improve human rights at the local level. To mark its engagement, the City of Leuven joined
- [European Movement Italy: Covenant of Mayors](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-covenant-of-mayors) - The challenges to which the European Union is called with Russia's aggression against Ukraine, the ever-widening conflict in the Middle East, the climate change, the lack of strategic autonomy and geopolitical risks, the questioning of multilateralism, the disregard for the values of democracy and respect for the human person in other areas of the planet,
- [EDITO: One step closer to cross-border associations](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-one-step-closer-to-cross-border-associations) - Earlier this month, the European Parliament voted to back the proposed European Cross Border Associations Directive (ECBA), marking a milestone in the decades-long calls for an EU-wide legal status. The institutions must now ensure that the final text ensures that fundamental rights are protected. The ECBA seeks to make it easier for associations to work
- [IDC: Latest updates](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/idc-latest-updates) - Upcoming event from project IRIS Progress Balkan caravan - Best HR and social inclusion practices promotion IRIS network will organize this summer Balkan caravan which presents seven days of different events in six countries in Western Balkan region. Events will be hosted by local member organizations of network in form of street actions, cultural/entertaining content,
- [European Movement Italy: What to do after the European elections](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-what-to-do-after-the-european-elections) - The voluminous report, narrowly passed by the European Parliament on November 22, 2023, aiming to initiate, for the first time since 2009, the procedure for revising the treaties, has essentially disappeared from the European agenda. It is not mentioned in the manifestos of the European parties in view of the European elections from June 6
- [RECLAIM: New EU Law Helpdesk launched](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/reclaim-new-eu-law-helpdesk-launched) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]RECLAIM is introducing an EU Law Helpdesk. It gives European NGOs and civil society organisations the assistance and support they need to fight against government efforts that
- [JOINT LETTER: 85 Civil Society Organisations Call on MEPs to Uphold Fundamental Rights and Reject the Harmful Schengen Borders Code Recast](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-letter-85-civil-society-organisations-call-on-meps-to-uphold-fundamental-rights-and-reject-the-harmful-schengen-borders-code-recast) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Despite repeated warnings from Civil Society Organisations, EU lawmakers have reached an agreement on the Schengen Borders Code reform which will be voted on in the
- [February 2024: Civil dialogue for inclusive democracies](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/february-2024-civil-dialogue-for-inclusive-democracies) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]In this month’s edition, we bring you our take from Civil Society Week. We put Catalonia in the spotlight, as civil society mobilises
- [EDITO: To build inclusive democracies, we need genuine civil dialogue](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-to-build-inclusive-democracies-we-need-genuine-civil-dialogue) - Since Monday, we have been celebrating Civil Society Week at the European Economic and Social Committee. This year’s theme: rise up for democracy. The choice of this theme comes amid the acknowledgement that democracy is threatened from within, with the growing success of regressive, anti-democratic forces across Europe, and the sense among EU leaders that
- [European Movement Italy - Giorgio Napolitano and European parliamentary democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-giorgio-napolitano-and-european-parliamentary-democracy) - by Pier Virgilio Dastoli, Eruopean Movement Italy Giorgio Napolitano was a Member of the European Parliament from 1989 to 1992, i.e. during the years that were characterised by the fall of the Berlin Wall and the negotiation of the Maastricht Treaty, or rather the treaties, since that negotiation concerned the transition from the Communities to
- [81 Civil Society Organisations call on MEPs to vote down harmful EU Migration Pact](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/81-civil-society-organisations-call-on-meps-to-vote-down-harmful-eu-migration-pact) - Amidst warnings from over 50 Civil Society Organisations, EU lawmakers reached a political agreement on the EU’s New Pact on Migration and Asylum in December. The agreement is a continuation of a decade of policy that has led to the proliferation of rights violations in Europe. Moreover, it will have devastating implications for the right to international protection
- [EDITO: Fighting for democratic empowerment and resilience](https://civic-forum.eu/press/edito-fighting-for-democratic-empowerment-and-resilience) - Civil society is a cornerstone of democracy. But across the EU, NGOs are under pressure. In our Civic Space Report 2023, we explain why to create resilient democracies, we must empower civil society.
- [ECF Annual Report 2022 - Out now!](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/ecf-annual-report-2022-out-now) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-21px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]2022 was nothing if not an eventful year. As we began to emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic, we were met immediately by another crisis: war came once
- [Announcing the winners of the 2023 Civic Pride Awards!](https://civic-forum.eu/press/announcing-the-winners-of-the-2023-civic-pride-awards) - The European Civic Forum has announced the winners of its 2023 Civic Pride Awards! The awards recognise the inspiring work of civil society organisations and movements.
- [Join us for Civic Pride 2023: Celebrating everyday heroes of Human Rights!](https://civic-forum.eu/press/join-us-for-civic-pride-2023-celebrating-everyday-heroes-of-human-rights) - At the core of our societies lie individuals and groups dedicated to ensuring that every person, regardless of circumstance, enjoys their fundamental human rights. We recognise and value the millions of actors, both formal and informal, who labour tirelessly for the effective access to rights for all. The term "Civil Society” encapsulates a diverse range
- [PRESS RELEASE: International NGOs call on Spanish court to drop terrorism accusations against Catalan activists](https://civic-forum.eu/press/press-release-international-ngos-call-on-spanish-court-to-drop-terrorism-accusations-against-catalan-activists) - A group of European and international NGOs have urged the Spanish authorities to protect fundamental freedoms after a court launched an investigation into 12 Catalan activists, accusing them of terrorism. The call comes after a large gathering of journalists, civil society and trade unions took place in Barcelona in support of the 12. In a
- [Joint letter: Solidarity for Activists in Catalonia Accused of Terrorism](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-letter-solidarity-for-activists-in-catalonia-accused-of-terrorism) - We, the undersigned civil society organisations, express our urgent concerns regarding the restrictions on the right to peaceful assembly in Spain and call on the authorities to protect fundamental freedoms. Recent restrictive incidents against Catalan activists accusing them of terrorism undermine the country’s commitments to international human rights standards and European Union Law. In November
- [European House Budapest: Citizens of EU macro-regions in action](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-budapest-citizens-of-eu-macro-regions-in-action) - The 10th edition of Europe, let’s cooperate interregional cooperation forum (#europecooperates) will take place on 20-21 March 2024 in Antwerp, Belgium. It is expected that the third Interreg call of project proposals will be launched, guidelines, tips and advice for project development will be available. But what is even more exciting is that European House Budapest is
- [R-EU Connected final event in Le Raincy high school](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/r-eu-connected-final-event-in-le-raincy-high-school) - The R-EU-Connected project is a programme meant at educating students and teachers about European citizenship through artistic, playful and educational means. To mark the end of the project, the project leaders organised a dissemination event at the René Cassin high school in Le Raincy. With about 20 students, the project leaders, together with ECF Secretary
- ['Reclaim Our Civil Space! from local to European’ - New project in Central and Eastern Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/reclaim-our-civil-space-from-local-to-european-a-new-project-by-okotars-for-central-and-southeastern-europe) - The 3-year long project is implemented by European Civic Forum member Ökotárs and its sister foundations in Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania and Bulgaria, as well as the Hungarian Civil Liberties Union, Civil Society Development Foundation (Romania), Youth Initiative for Human Rights (Serbia) and the Norwegian Helsinki Committee, and it was launched with an international
- [CONNECT EUROPE Final Event: 20 years of fundamental rights](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/connect-europe-final-event-20-years-of-fundamental-rights) - On 26 May, on the anniversary of 2019 European elections, Connect Europe partners met online for the last event of the project to discuss with activists, NGOs as well as representatives of international organisations and MEPs on the importance of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. Julie Roskilde from Nyt Europa opened the discussion reminding that, as
- [The MEGA campaign for a MEGA change in Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/the-mega-campaign-for-a-mega-change-in-europe) - On 19 February, the European Civic Forum, together with its members, called upon all civil society representatives, activists, decision-makers and citizens to join them for the kick-off event of the transnational civic campaign Make Europe Great for All - MEGA campaign. "With this campaign, we aim at mobilising horizontally all those who want to see
- [La campagne #MEGA est lancée](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/lancement-mega-campagne) - Le 20 février dernier, le Forum Civique Européen a rassemblé acteurs associatifs, activistes et personnalités institutionnelles à Bruxelles pour donner le coup d'envoi d'une campagne marathon, Make Europe Great for All - MEGA campaign. "L'objectif de cette campagne", explique Jean-Marc ROIRANT, président du FCE, "sera de mobiliser de manière horizontale toutes celles et ceux qui
- [Project RADAR: Regulating Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Racism](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/project-radar-regulating-anti-discrimination-and-anti-racism) - In European societies, increasingly reshaped by migration, the fight against racism and xenophobia is a key challenge for democracy and civil life. Despite anti-discrimination legislation in force in EU Member States, there is still a fundamental problem in identifying different forms of racism and xenophobia. These may consist of physical attacks against people or of
- [Citi-Rights - claim your rights](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/citi-rights-claim-your-rights) - A vast gap exists between the rights guaranteed by the EU and the exercise of these rights. Unclear laws, disempowerment or fear of reprisal can prevent people from knowing and enjoying their rights. This reflection is shared not only by the European Civic Forum members, but also by many other European networks, such as European Alternatives. This
- [ECF @ the Kick-off meeting of Citi-rights project in Rome](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/ecf-the-kick-off-meeting-of-citi-rights-project-in-rome) - ECF met with partners at the Kick-off meeting of Citi-rights project coordinated by European Alternatives and co-funded by the Fundamental Rights and Citizenship Programme of the European Union. Awareness raising and training concerning the right to free movement The project mainly focuses on activities of awareness raising and training concerning the right to free movement,
- [We are hiring: Communications and Projects Assistant](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-communications-projects-assistant) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”-4px||-4px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We’re looking for a politically savvy, sociable and passionate person at the start of their career to contribute to our communications and projects
- [41 organisations call on the Cypriot authorities to take action to stop the escalating harassment and attacks against KISA and protect civic space in Cyprus](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/41-organisations-call-on-the-cypriot-authorities-to-take-action-to-stop-the-escalating-harassment-and-attacks-against-kisa-and-protect-civic-space-in-cyprus) - We, the undersigned organisations, express our deep concern regarding the continuing and escalating harassment and attacks against KISA, a leading non-governmental organisation fighting for human rights and equality for all in Cyprus.
- [Defence of Democracy: analysis of the foreign funding directive](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/defence-of-democracy-analysis-of-the-foreign-funding-directive) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] On 12 December 2023, the European Commission published its long-awaited Defence of Democracy package, including a directive to introduce “common transparency and accountability standards” for
- [OFOP: Convention of Defenders of Human Rights and the Rule of Law](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-convention-of-defenders-of-human-rights-and-the-rule-of-law) - On the eve of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, on the International Human Rights Day, Polish civil society activists held a Convention of Defenders of Human Rights and the Rule of Law. It was a time of celebration and festivity, where we all came together to thank each other for
- [European Movement Italy: Where the EU may turn in an election year](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-where-the-eu-may-turn-in-an-election-year) - In spring 2019, polls on the renewal of the European Parliament predicted that we would have the "least European vote ever", that a "large group of nationalist and Eurosceptic parties" would come out of the ballot box and that "the most fragmented European Parliament ever" would emerge with "elections with little participation" (from the ISPI
- [Fundacion Cives: In 2024, thousands of mailboxes will be filled with messages of solidarity thanks to the European SAY project](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/fundacion-cives-in-2024-thousands-of-mailboxes-will-be-filled-with-messages-of-solidarity-thanks-to-the-european-say-project) - Project 'SAY', which stands for “Solidarity is About Youth,” is a series of initiatives set to begin in six countries with the help of six educational organizations. The organization spearheading the project is La Ligue de L’Enseignement (France), and the partner organizations are as follows: La Fundación Educativa y Asistencial CIVES (Spain), DruštvoHumanitas – Center
- [Institute of Public Affairs: How to maintain interest in democracy in Polish society? ](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/institute-of-public-affairs-how-to-maintain-interest-in-democracy-in-polish-society) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Huge dissatisfaction with the economic and political situation in the country motivated Poles to participate in the last elections. As a study by the Institute of Public Affairs (IPA) shows, this dissatisfaction is not a
- [Cap Magellan: Call for Erasmus+ partnerships for the "European Gathering of Young Lusodescendants"](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/cap-magellan-call-for-erasmus-partnerships-for-the-european-gathering-of-young-lusodescendants) - Founded in Paris on 24 November 1991, the Cap Magellan association is the first and largest association of young people of Portuguese descent, Lusophones or Lusophiles in France, who share the same desire to promote the Portuguese language and Lusophone culture. Every year Cap Magellan organises a "European Gathering of Young Lusodescendants", that takes place
- [We are hiring: Civic Space Assistant](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-civic-space-assistant) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”-4px||-4px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]We’re looking for a politically savvy, sociable and passionate person at the start of their career to support and contribute to our research and advocacy on civic space and
- [European Civic Academy 2023 - Read our key takeaways!](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/european-civic-academy-2023-read-our-key-takeaways) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.23.4″ custom_margin=”0px||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]On 19-20 September, 100 activists, civic actors and academics gathered at the University of Kent’s Brussels School of International Studies for the sixth edition of the European Civic Academy. The discussions focused on the
- [December 2023: Policy Santa comes early](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/december-2023-policy-santa-comes-early) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]In our last newsletter of the year, we reflect on how busy 2023 has been…right up to the end. Inside we share our
- [Hungary: ECF condemns new Defence of Sovereignty law and calls on EU institutions to act](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/hungary-ecf-condemns-new-defence-of-sovereignty-law-and-calls-on-eu-institutions-to-act) - The European Civic Forum condemns the newly adopted Hungarian “defence of sovereignty bill”. The law arbitrarily targets any organisation or person it suspects of serving foreign interests and allegedly jeopardising Hungary’s sovereignty. It poses a major threat to civic space in the country, which is rated as ‘obstructed’, by the CIVICUS Monitor, an online platform
- [After the trilogues, the EU AI Act falls short of needed guarantees to people](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/after-the-trilogues-the-eu-ai-act-falls-short-of-needed-guarantees-to-people) - On 8 December, the EU institutions reached a political agreement on the EU Artificial Intelligence Act in a trilogue negotiation between the European Parliament, the Council and the Commission. The act follows a risk-based approach, which classifies artificial intelligence systems according to their potential risks, ranging from no risk to unacceptable risk. Most of the
- [PRESS RELEASE: European Commission adopts problematic foreign funding directive, ignoring civil society warnings](https://civic-forum.eu/press/press-release-european-commission-adopts-problematic-foreign-funding-directive-ignoring-civil-society-warnings) - Despite widespread concerns expressed by the European Civic Forum and hundreds of civil society organisations (CSOs) in consultations, meetings and letters, the European Commission has proposed a foreign funding directive as part of its Defence of Democracy package. The directive will create a register of entities that carry out “interest representation services” or activities on
- [Open letter to EU AI Act negotiators: Do not trade away our rights!](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/open-letter-to-eu-ai-act-negotiators-do-not-trade-away-our-rights) - Friday 8 December 2023, Brussels As the supposedly final negotiation on the EU’s landmark Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act drags on, the undersigned civil society coalition calls on lawmakers to unequivocally reject attempts to legalise dangerous and discriminatory police AI. EU lawmakers are being pressured by governments and security industry lobbyists to trade away our fundamental
- [Joint Letter: End the expansion of the EU’s EURODAC database](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-letter-end-the-expansion-of-the-eus-eurodac-database) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]More than 100 civil society organisations have signed an open letter, urging the the EU to stop the expansion of EURODAC. Civil society calls for an end to the expansion
- [November 2023: Israel-Palestine](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/november-2023) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]In the latest edition of our newsletter, we share our statement on the ongoing situation in Israel and Palestine, outlining our demands the EU works for a generalised and immediate ceasefire throughout the
- [We are hiring: Network Development Coordinator](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-network-development-coordinator) - European Civic Forum (ECF) is a pan-European network of more than 100 associations and NGOs across 29 European countries. Founded in 2005, we have spent nearly two decades working to protect civic space, enable civic participation and build civil dialogue for more equality, solidarity and democracy in Europe. Our diverse membership includes: national platforms of NGOs uniting hundreds of thousands of NGOs, human rights advocacy,
- [European House Budapest - The First Macro-Regional Citizen Agora in Budapest](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-budapest-the-first-macro-regional-citizen-agora-in-budapest) - After four preparatory meetings in the macro-regions (Vienna for the Danube, Rome for the Adriatic and Ionian, Lyon for the Alpine and Stockholm for the Baltic Sea Region) we will have the concluding event of the current phase of our „Stronger.Together – the magic of macro-regions 2023” programme. It takes the form as the First Macro-Regional Citizen Agora
- [European Movement Italy - Report of the EP on the revision of the Lisbon Treaty: Analysis of the vote and its future](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-report-of-the-ep-on-the-revision-of-the-lisbon-treaty-analysis-of-the-vote-and-its-future) - In the context of a plenary session full of debates and decisions that provoked strong divisions between the political forces, especially on environmental issues (pesticides and packaging), the European Parliament adopted on 22 November the report drafted by five rapporteurs from the Constitutional Affairs Commission (LINK) over a year of drafting without transparency or public
- [Greek Forum of Refugees - Active Participation and Political Integration for an Inclusive Society](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-active-participation-and-political-integration-for-an-inclusive-society) - One of the fundamental goals of the Greek Forum of Refugees (GFR) is the substantial and active participation of refugees and migrants in the host society. We strongly believe in an inclusive society based on active participation regardless of social, cultural, or ethnic backgrounds, ensuring equal rights and obligations for all. It’s a society where
- [HRCN - WEBINAR: Equality & Inequalities in Urban Context](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/hrcn-webinar-equality-inequalities-in-urban-context) - Human Rights Cities Network webinar to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. A great opportunity to engage in order to share on human rights practices! On the 7th of December at 15:00 we are pleased to hold an online event on “Equality and inequalities in urban context”. REGISTER HERE! Programme details: Keynote speaker:
- [Introducing: Human Rights Cities Network (HRCN)](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/introducing-human-rights-cities-network-hrcn) - Editor's note: At the General Assembly in September, Human Rights Cities Network (HRCN) became a member of the European Civic Forum. This article presents HRCN and their objectives. Human rights and participative democracy are at the centre of our work We focus on 5 strategic objectives: Creating synergies between international institutions, academics, and
- [NOVACT: Barcelona hosts The Nonviolence Factory](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/novact-barcelona-hosts-the-nonviolence-factory) - Novact, in collaboration with Suds and Irídia, hosted The Nonviolence Factory (TNF), an international training school for human rights defenders. TNF aimed to bring together representatives of opposition movements, threatened communities and citizens who organize to defend democracy, rights and justice in the Euro-Mediterranean region. The first edition of The Nonviolence Factory took place on
- [A CHANCE FOR EUROPE - The CHANCE Network launches its political manifesto against organised crime and corruption in Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/a-chance-for-europe-the-chance-network-launches-its-political-manifesto-against-organised-crime-and-corruption-in-europe) - A Chance for Europe: 5 points and 12 proposals compose the political Manifesto authored by the civil society associations gathered in the network CHANCE - Civil Hub Against orgaNised Crime in Europe, that will be presented at the European Parliament on the 7th of December 2023, from 10:30 to 13:30, in an event hosted by
- [ECF Statement: Israel-Palestine](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/ecf-statement-israel-palestine) - The European Civic Forum is a network of more than one hundred associations across the continent. ECF defends the civic freedoms of association, assembly and demonstration. It is committed to the recognition of the essential role played by democratic civil society organizations, popular participation and active citizenship in protecting and exercising democracy and rights in
- [Announcing results of ECF first Call for re-granting](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/results-ecf-call-for-regranting) - ECF published results of their first call for re-granting, aimed at supporting member organisations in building their capacities.
- [October 2023: Poland votes for change](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/october-2023-poland-votes-for-change) - The result is in: three opposition political forces have received a majority of elected representatives in both houses of Poland’s parliament.
- [European Movement Italy - Statement on the draft report of the constitutional affairs committee on the revision of the Lisbon Treaty](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-statement-on-the-draft-report-of-the-constitutional-affairs-committee-on-the-revision-of-the-lisbon-treaty) - The European Parliament's Constitutional Affairs Committee adopted on Oct. 25, with the comfortable majority of 19 votes in favor from the five groups that had made up the Committee of Rapporteurs (EPP-S&D-Liberals-Greens and the Left), six against and one abstention, the draft report for the revision of the Lisbon Treaty to follow up on the
- [Polish Women's Strike - Protested in 2020, then voted in 2023 – women and youth bring electoral victory to Polish opposition](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/polish-womens-strike-protested-in-2020-then-voted-in-2023-women-and-youth-bring-electoral-victory-to-polish-opposition) - Protested in 2020, then voted in 2023 – women and youth bring electoral victory to Polish opposition over the right wing, populist government of Jarosław Kaczyński and Mateusz Morawiecki. The official results of parliamentary elections in Poland are in – the authoritarian, rightwing "Law and Justice" party led by Jarosław Kaczyński gathered only 197 seats
- [Ökotárs - Where do we stand with the European civil society strategy?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-where-do-we-stand-with-the-european-civil-society-strategy) - Where do we stand with the European civil society strategy? – was the title of the conference Ökotárs and its partners held on 12 October in Brussels, in the EFTA House. The event, attended by about 60 representatives of civil society organisations from Central Europe, Brussels-based European networks and EU institutions, served a double goal:
- [LdH - France must explain why it wants to weaken the supervision of the use of Artificial Intelligence](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ldh-france-must-explain-why-it-wants-to-weaken-the-supervision-of-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence) - On 24 October, the discussion on the content of the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) enters what is known as a "trialogue", when the Commission, Parliament and Council seek a consensus between the three pillars of the European institutions in order to adopt a text.
- [Civic Alliance Latvia - Report of the international conference "Partnerships for Democracy, Development and Peace"](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-report-of-the-international-conference-partnerships-for-democracy-development-and-peace) - On September 11–12, 2023, an international conference "Partnerships for Democracy, Development and Peace" was held in Riga, in the framework of the Latvian Presidency of the Council of Europe. The conference focused on strengthening cooperation between civil society and decision-makers, discussing the challenges of democracy, development and peace and their interlinkages. Topics discussed included the
- [Civic Alliance Latvia - 10th edition of Human Development Award Ceremony: Celebrating contributions to Latvia's growth.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-10th-edition-of-human-development-award-ceremony-celebrating-contributions-to-latvias-growth) - On Thursday, October 12, the Civic Alliance – Latvia in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in Latvia honoured the laureates of the Human Development Award for the tenth time. The award is presented to people, organisations and companies whose worldview and work is based on multiplying the good, developing something new and contributing to the
- [EDITO: The Polish election results are something to celebrate. The winners must now deliver.](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/edito-the-polish-election-results-are-something-to-celebrate-the-winners-must-now-deliver) - The result is in. Together, three opposition political forces have received a majority of elected representatives in both houses of Poland’s parliament.
- [Civic Pride Awards 2023 - Celebrating outstanding activism](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/civic-pride/civic-pride-awards-2023-celebrating-outstanding-activism) - The Civic Pride Awards 2023 took place on 18 September in Brussels, celebrating four outstanding civil society organsiations and movements. The awards, presented annually, aim to recognise the inspiring work of civil society organisations and movements, raise their visibility at the European level, and share their commitment to EU values, civic freedoms, and democracy. Out
- [September 2023: State of the Union](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/september-2023) - ECF responds to President Ursula vonder Leyen's State of the Union speech. Plus, updates from the European Civic Academy and Civic Pride Awards.
- [Defence of Democracy Package: ECF Responds to the latest European Commission Consultation](https://civic-forum.eu/position/defence-of-democracy-package-ecf-responds-to-the-latest-european-commission-consultation) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The European Civic Forum has responded to the latest European Commission consultation on the Defence of Democracy package. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ECF-Response-to-the-Commission-Consultation-on-the-Defence-of-Democracy-Package-September-2023.pdf” button_text=”Read the full response” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The
- [European Civic Academy 2023: Building collective empowerment](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/european-civic-academy-1/european-civic-academy-2023-building-collective-empowerment) - On 19-20 September, 100 activists, civic actors and academics gathered at the University of Kent’s Brussels School of International Studies for the sixth edition of the European Civic Academy. This year, the discussions focused on the theme “Building collective empowerment towards just and inclusive societies”. For decades, rising social, economic and environmental vulnerabilities combined with
- [ECF founder steps down as Co-president; new leadership team elected](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/ecf-founder-steps-down-as-co-president-new-leadership-team-elected) - Jean-Marc Roirant has stepped down after nearly two decades at the helm of the ECF. At the General Assembly in Brussels, members voted to elect Vera Mora as Co-President alongside Raffaella Bolini, as well as voting in new members to the Board and the Steering Committee. 18 years after founding the European Civic Forum, Jean-Marc
- [European Movement Italy - For a new European migration policy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-for-a-new-european-migration-policy) - The European institutions, together with the United Nations, UNHCR and IOM should promote a European conference on a new migration policy strategy based on the Sustainable Development Goals and the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration.
- [National Federation of Polish NGOs: OFOP is part of the European Citizens' Initiative on welcoming migrants with dignity](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/national-federation-of-polish-ngos-ofop-is-part-of-the-european-citizens-initiative-on-welcoming-migrants-with-dignity) - by OFOP - National Federation of Polish NGOs The European Commission has registered a draft European Citizens' Initiative on a dignified reception of migrants. The National Federation of Polish Non-Governmental Organizations is one of the non-governmental organizations from seven European countries that started the initiative. We have an intense period ahead of us - we
- [Academia Cidada-Citizenship Academy – Knitting for climate justice](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/academia-cidada-citizenship-academy-knitting-for-climate-justice) - The Portuguese NGO, Academia Cidadã - Citizenship Academy, created the campaign Linha Vermelha - Red Line in 2016. At that time there were fifteen active contracts for potential oil and gas drilling in Portugal and we were inspired by the “Red Line Action” in Paris, during COP21 to create this campaign. We decided that we would
- [European Movement Italy - On the European elections and reform](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-on-the-european-elections-and-reform) - By European Movement Italy The European Movement in Italy Supports the action of the European Parliament to go beyond the Treaty of Lisbon signed more than fifteen years ago. Supports its demands of transnational lists, gender balance, active right to vote for young people sixteen years old and a common date of the European election
- [European House Budapest - An EU macro-regional civil strategy in the making](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-hungary-an-eu-macro-regional-civil-strategy-in-the-making) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]By European House Hungary Encouraged by the positive rections from various quarters to our innovative Shadow Report project, the decision to take the next steps
- [Bündnis Für Gemeinnützigkeit: Putting Austrian non-profit legislation forward - A joint summit with the leaders of the Austrian government gives confidence to the non-profit sector and voluntary organisations in Austria.  ](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/bundnis-fur-gemeinnutzigkeit-putting-austrian-non-profit-legislation-forward-a-joint-summit-with-the-leaders-of-the-austrian-government-gives-confidence-to-the-non-profit-sector-and-voluntary-organ) - For the first time, the Austrian government invited representatives of Austrian non-profit and voluntary organisations to discuss framework conditions and necessary legislative changes for the sector during an official governmental summit. On 3 May 2023, promising talks were held between leaders of the Austrian government, representatives of BÜNDNIS FÜR GEMEINNÜTZIGKEIT and further delegations of the sector. Results were positive, but now it is important to put legislation forward as elections are coming up in 2024.
- [European Movement Italy: Five European hypotheses for Peace in Ukraine](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-five-european-hypotheses-for-peace-in-ukraine) - Volodymyr Zelensky returns to Kyiv from his trip to Rome, Berlin, and Paris with many good promises but with extraordinarily little progress made. The state of the military conflict, beyond the propaganda on both sides, has been frozen for months.
- [OFOP: Study visit to Brussels and Citizens' Congress of the European Funds Monitoring Committees](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-study-visit-to-brussels-and-citizens-congress-of-the-european-funds-monitoring-committees) - Between 17-18 April 2023, The National Federation of Polish NGOs (OFOP) in partnership with the Polish Green Network (PZS) and the Shipyard Foundation, under the auspices of the European Commission, organized the Citizens’ Congress of the Monitoring Committees in Warsaw, during which over 100 representatives of civil society organisations and members of the monitoring committees
- [European House Budapest: The next chapter in the process for an EU macro-regional civil strategy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-budapest-the-next-chapter-in-the-process-for-an-eu-macro-regional-civil-strategy) - European House Budapest is pleased to invite you to the next (EUSAIR) chapter of the process leading to the elaboration of a proposal for an EU macro-regional civil strategy. When? 10:00-15:00 hours 23 June 2023 Where? The event takes place in Spazio Europa, managed by the European Parliament Office in Italy and by the European Commission
- [Arci - World Refugee Day: We join the universal mourning. Stop the attack on the right to asylum](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/arci-world-refugee-day-we-join-the-universal-mourning-stop-the-attack-on-the-right-to-asylum) - (translated from Italian) On the occasion of World Refugee Day, which will be celebrated on 20 June, Arci adheres to the universal mourning proclaimed, after the dramatic shipwreck in Greece, by the NGOs Sea-Watch, Open Arms, Doctors Without Borders, Emergency, Mediterranea Saving Humans, ResQ, Sos Mediterranee, engaged with rescue ships in the Mediterranean Sea. Today,
- [Greek Forum of Refugees - Campaign for asylum access: Yet another tragedy – consequence of deterrence policies](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/greek-forum-of-refugees-campaign-for-asylum-access-yet-another-tragedy-consequence-of-deterrence-policies) - ECF member Greek Forum of Refugees is a founding member of the campaign for asylum access, which advocates for the right of asylum seekers to have access to a fair and effective asylum system. This statement originally appeared here. Athens, 16 June 2023 Seventy-eight (78) people dead and more than 500 missing after the shipwreck
- [Reclaim Our Civil Space! - Where do we stand with the European civil society strategy?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/reclaim-our-civil-space-where-do-we-stand-with-the-european-civil-society-strategy) - The endeavour of Reclaim Our Civil Space! started back in 2020 with 10 civil society organizations from 8 countries - Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia and Norway as an expert partner - and is coming to an end with this conference. Venue: EFTA House Avenue des Arts 19H, 1000 Brussels, Belgium Date:
- [Civic Alliance Latvia - NGOs call for strengthening democracy in Latvia through civil society support programmes to address persistent problems in the sector](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-ngos-call-for-strengthening-democracy-in-latvia-through-civil-society-support-programmes-to-address-persistent-problems-in-the-sector) - The Civic Alliance of Latvia has sent an appeal to Head of Government Krišjānis Karins, the Cabinet of Ministers and State Secretaries of Ministries to address the persistent problem of the lack of targeted support and development policies for civil society in Latvia. When deciding on the priorities for the State Budget for 2024, NGOs
- [European Movement Italy - European Public Goods in the next legislature](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-european-public-goods-in-the-next-legislature) - By European Movement Italy The European Movement in Italy has decided to open a debate on the European Public Goods and in the legislative measures to be adopted by the European Institutions during the next legislature. A statute for the European Association A European Civil Service The creation of working corridors for Economic Migrants The
- [OFOP: "Debating Civic Initiatives for Poland’s future" - NGOs introduce projects in the context of the upcoming parliamentary elections / 20th anniversary of the National Federation of Polish NGOs](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/debating-civic-initiatives-for-polands-future-ngos-introduce-projects-in-the-context-of-the-upcoming-parliamentary-elections-20th-anniversary-of-the-national-federation-of-polish-ngos) - By OFOP "On the eve of the anniversary of the first free parliamentary elections in Poland, we managed to gather in Gdańsk exceptional representation of non-governmental organizations dealing with topics fundamental for the future. We have a comprehensive vision for the future of our country. A strong civil society acting in solidarity strengthens its resilience
- [Bündnis für Gemeinnützigkeit - Austrian organisation strengthens its position](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/bundnis-fur-gemeinnutzigkeit-austrian-orgnasiation-strengthens-its-position) - Only nine months after the foundation of Bündnis für Gemeinnützigkeit (the umbrella organisation for NGOs in Austria) the organisation can report great success: Not only is the Austrian government in the process of implementing new NGO-related laws with regards to tax deductibility of donations and financial subsidies to offset rising energy costs but Bündnis is also steadily
- [OFOP - Civil Society Proposals for Poland](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-civil-society-proposals-for-poland) - 2023 is a decisive election year in Poland. As the pre-election period approaches, the Polish Federation of Non-Governmental Organizations and other civil society organizations have teamed up to put forward civic policy proposals for Poland! The majority of Poles (64%, according to the More in Common Polska survey) say that things in our country are
- [European Movement Italy - The Lisbon Treaty and the European Constitution](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-the-lisbon-treaty-and-the-european-constitution) - After more than a year of complicated negotiations conducted away from the spotlight and civil society, the rapporteurs of the European Parliament's Constitutional Affairs Committee finally filed in committee a meaty report on the revision of the Lisbon Treaty that came into force in December 2009 along with the Charter of Fundamental Rights. At the
- [Edito – European Civic Academy 2022: Capturing the winds of change, together.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-european-civic-academy-2022-capturing-the-winds-of-change-together) - On 10-11 November, academics, civil society representatives and activists gathered in Florence to attend the fifth European Civic Academy. This year’s event was held on the theme “Capturing the winds of change: how can democratic civil society drive systemic change?” The sessions covered a range of topics, but one message emerged again and again: our
- [National Coalition of NGOs: Lithuania's First NGO Day - A Celebration of Non-Governmental Organizations](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/national-coalition-of-ngos-lithuanias-first-ngo-day-a-celebration-of-non-governmental-organizations) - On February 27th, Lithuania celebrated its first-ever World NGO Day, marking a momentous occasion for the country's non-governmental organisations. The day was dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of NGOs and their contributions to society.
- [European Movement Italy: Let us give a democratic dimension to the European Political Community](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-let-us-give-a-democratic-dimension-to-the-european-political-community) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Earlier this year, French President Emmanuel Macron proposed the creation of a European Political Community, a body to bring together the EU27, EU candidate countries, EFTA countries, the UK and potentially others. Ahead of the first EPC summit on October 6-7, European Movement Italy President Pier Virgilio Dastoli argues
- [Latest updates from the Civic Alliance - Latvia](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/latest-updates-from-the-civic-alliance-latvia) - Latvian NGOs call on the Prime Minister to ensure civic dialogue On Wednesday, August 31, a meeting of the Latvian Council for Implementation of the Memorandum of Co-operation between Non-governmental Organisations and the Cabinet of Ministers (the Memorandum Council) took place. Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš also participated in order to discuss current issues in cooperation
- [Libera - CROSS – Civil society in the fight against global mafias since the Palermo Convention to today](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/libera-cross-civil-society-in-the-fight-against-global-mafias-since-the-palermo-convention-to-today) - The association Libera contro le mafie and the European network CHANCE - Civil Hub Against orgaNised Crime in Europe organise an international event called "CROSS - Civil society in the fight against global mafias since the Palermo Convention to today". The event will take place in Palermo on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 October 2022.
- [European Movement Italy: A united Europe is the response to fascism and nationalism, 100 years after the "March on Rome"](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-a-united-europe-is-the-response-to-fascism-and-nationalism-100-years-after-the-march-on-rome) - Between October 27 and October 30, 1922, with the so-called "March on Rome", the violence of the fascist movement (known as the National Fascist Party) led by Benito Mussolini reached its peak in Italy. Despite the modest electoral results of the NFP in the last democratic elections and after the resignation of the unreliable government
- [European Movement Italy: Call to complete the federal purpose of European integration](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-call-to-complete-the-federal-purpose-of-european-integration) - Depuis 1952, le Parlement européen a été le berceau de la démocratie européenne, un espace public pour la défense des droits fondamentaux et pour la construction d’une Europe unie et solidaire. Sinds 1952 is het Europees Parlement de citadel van de Europese democratie, een openbare ruimte voor de verdediging van de grondrechten en voor de
- [OFOP: Polish civil society gathers to celebrate International Human Rights Day](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-polish-civil-society-gathers-to-celebrate-international-human-rights-day) - On 9th of December, around 100 representatives of civil society organisations and networks from across Poland gathered in Warsaw to celebrate the International Human Rights Day. The event was organised by the Federation of Polish NGOs in partnership with the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights, Civic Network Watchdog Poland, and the Henryk Wujec Civic Fund.
- [European Movement Italy - The pragmatic way of European federalism](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/movimento-europeo-italia-the-pragmatic-way-of-european-federalism) - By Pier Virgilio DASTOLI, Rome, January 18, 2023 If the European Council was to accept the proposal, adopted by the European Parliament last May, to organize the tenth European elections on Thursday, May 9, 2024 - the day on which Christians celebrate Ascension – it would be 475 days before the end of the
- [Fundacion Cives: Delivering solidarity messages through postcards - BEST project results](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/fundacion-cives-delivering-solidarity-messages-through-postcards-best-project-results) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]By Fundacion Cives The project ‘Building European Solidarity Today’ (BEST), co-financed by the Erasmus plus program, has successfully closed its third European edition (2020-2022). In a period marked by growing complexity, the project
- [European House Budapest: Shadow Report Praised by the European Commission](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-hungary-shadow-report-praised-by-the-european-commission) - By European House Hungary The European Commission recently released its new Report on the assessment of the implementation of macro-regional strategies, together with a staff working document. We are proud to see that the Shadow Report, an initiative of European House working together with 8 other CSOs from the four macro-regions, is specifically mentioned
- [Ökotárs - Our Union Values Programme has been launched!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-our-union-values-programme-has-been-launched) - By Ökotárs Ökotárs – Hungarian Environmental Partnership Foundation and its partners have published a new call for applications for civil society organisations committed to democracy, human rights and the rule of law! The aim of the programme is to create cohesive and active civil society communities, whose members work together to form new partnerships, develop
- [Civic Alliance - Latvia: Looking back to 2022](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-latvia-looking-back-to-year-2022) - By Civic Alliance - Latvia The past year has been a challenging for each of us, both individuals and the civil society as a whole. In the beginning of the year, it seemed that we had overcome the crisis of the Covid-19 pandemic, but in February Russia started a brutal war of aggression against Ukraine,
- [OFOP -Simple law for NGOs - Proposals to strengthen NGO sector ahead of the elections.](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/ofop-simple-law-for-ngos-proposals-to-strengthen-ngo-sector-ahead-of-the-elections) - In 2023, parliamentary elections will be held in Poland. OFOP has prepared proposals for legal simplification, to strengthen the non-governmental sector.
- [European House Budapest - Invitation to a networking table on EU macro-regional civil strategy](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-hungary-invitation-to-a-networking-table-on-eu-macro-regional-civil-strategy) - Miklos Barabas, European House and Anders Bergström, EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, will host a networking discussion on the elaboration of an EU macro-regional civil strategy. Register now!
- [European Movement Italy - Petition to the European Parliament for the respect for international law, EU values and fundamental rights](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-petition-to-the-european-parliament-for-the-respect-for-international-law-eu-values-and-fundamental-rights) - PETITION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT FOR THE RESPECT FOR INTERNATIONAL LAW, EU VALUES AND FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS
- [BÜNDNIS FÜR GEMEINNÜTZIGKEIT: The new alliance to represent the interests of the non-profit sector and voluntary organizations in Austria  ](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/bundnis-fur-gemeinnutzigkeit-the-new-alliance-to-represent-the-interests-of-the-non-profit-sector-and-voluntary-organizations-in-austria) - 14 umbrella organizations from all areas of the non-profit sector formed a new alliance in 2022. "BÜNDNIS FÜR GEMEINNÜTZIGKEIT" ("Alliance for non-profit").
- [Òmnium Cultural: Spain answers complaint, justifying police infiltration in youth groups](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/omnium-cultural-spain-answers-complaint-justifying-police-infiltration-in-youth-groups) - The interior ministry of Spain has admitted and defended planting undercover officers in youth groups in a response to a judicial complaint laid by Òmnium Cultural. The orgnaisation filed the complaint after news emerged of two cases in which undercover police had been placed in pro-independence Catalan youth movements. The ministry defended its action by
- [Gong - Democracy watchdog celebrates 25th birthday](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/gong-democracy-watchdog-celebrates-25th-birthday) - On International Day of Democracy, September 15th, activists and friends of the civil society organisation Gong celebrated the first 25 years of the organisation's work with a gathering in the Urania Hall in Zagreb. On International Day of Democracy, September 15th, activists and friends of the civil society organisation Gong celebrated the first 25 years
- [Novact - Transparency and accountability of the police forces in the Spanish State](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/novact-transparency-and-accountability-of-the-police-forces-in-the-spanish-state) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]On 6-7 October, the conference ‘Transparency and accountability of the police forces in the Spanish State’ will be held in Barcelona. Organised by Novact together with Irídia and Rights International Spain (RIS), the conference
- [Cap Magellan - Applications for the European Meeting of Young Lusodescendants are open!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/cap-magellan-applications-for-the-european-meeting-of-young-lusodescendants-are-open) - Are you a young lusodescendant or lusophone? Are you a youth worker? Don’t hesitate and join us in this adventure! Cap Magellan alongside other European partners are organising the 9th European Meeting for Young Lusodescendants which will take place in Fátima in Portugal from 14-18 December 2022. This year, the theme will be: “Employability in
- [Libera - Latest Updates](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/libera-latest-updates) - By Libera contro le mafie e la corruzione In December Libera contributed to the launch of the Create Balance campaign, as part of the EU partnership initiative WINGS - New Gender Strategies for Women's Inclusion, which aims to facilitate the social-economic integration of third-country national women in vulnerable situations. WINGS provides them with language
- [Volonteurope: FLOW Project Workshops and Youth Advisory Board](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/volonteurope-flow-project-workshops-and-youth-advisory-board) - Volonteurope would like to share an information with its members and partners on a new EU Horizon Project, FLOW (Future Lives with Oceans and Water). Briefly, the project was kicked off in January 2023 and Radboud University coordinates the project. UiT the Arctic University of Norway and Fraunhofer ISI are other project partners. Briefly, the
- [JOINT LETTER: The AI Act must protect the Rule of Law](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/artificial-intelligence/joint-letter-the-ai-act-must-protect-the-rule-of-law) - Liberties, ECF, ECNL and 60+ other CSOs call on EU lawmakers to pass an AI Act with robust safeguards for fundamental rights and the rule of law.
- [JOINT LETTER: EU policymakers: regulate police technology!](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-letter-eu-policymakers-regulate-police-technology) - Civil society calls on the EU to draw limits on surveillance technology in the Artificial Intelligence Act.
- [European Commission VP Jourova meets with CSOs to discuss Defence of Democracy package](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/european-commission-vp-jourova-meets-with-csos-to-discuss-defence-of-democracy-package) - On 6 July, the European Commission Vice President Vera Jourova organised a second meeting with CSOs to discuss challenges and concerns regarding the upcoming Defence of Democracy pack, particularly the directive on covert foreign interference, that European civil society worries will be weaponised by governments to put further restrictions on civil society space. Vice President Jourova
- [State of the Union: Concrete human-centred policies able to “earn people’s trust” are missing.](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/state-of-the-union-concrete-human-centred-policies-able-to-earn-peoples-trust-are-missing) - In the opening words of her State of the Union address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen rightly pointed out the need for institutions to “[earn] the trust of Europeans to deal with their aspirations and anxieties.” However, what followed did not explain how to achieve that goal. Four years into this Commission’s term, the speech offered almost no policies to address underlying problems, instead asking merely for a bunch of reports on persistent and well-known issues.
- [Summer 2023: European Commission publishes Rule of Law report](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/summer-2023) - On 5 July 2023, the European Commission published its fourth annual report reviewing the Rule of Law infrastructure and developments in 27 Member States in 2022.
- [Joint NGO Statement: EU Foreign Interference Law - Is Civil Society at Risk?](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/joint-ngo-statement-eu-foreign-interference-law-is-civil-society-at-risk) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]230 civil society organisations have come together to express concern and opposition to a proposed ‘foreign interference’ directive which would create a register of foreign funded organisations. This legislation could have unintended
- [EDITO: An EU foreign agents act would fatally undermine the Defence of Democracy package](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-an-eu-foreign-agents-act-would-fatally-undermine-the-defence-of-democracy-pacakge) - The European Commission is set to publish its proposed Defence of Democracy package, following a short and limited Call for Evidence. In our response to the consultation, we made it clear that the package’s focus on ‘foreign interference’ risks damaging democracy, not defending it. This week, 230 civil society organisations wrote to European Commission President
- [EDITO: As elections loom, civil society secures a partial victory on the foreign interference directive.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-as-elections-loom-civil-society-secures-a-partial-victory-on-the-foreign-interference-directive) - With the elections looming, the institutions are eager to finalise work on the remaining major legislative files. However, the Defence of Democracy package, originally expected in June, has been delayed following widespread alarm at its proposed foreign interference directive.
- [January 2023 - A year of civil society mobilisation](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/january-2023-a-year-of-civil-society-mobilisation) - Happy new year from ECF! 2023 is already shaping up to be a busy year as we take forward our campaign for a European Civil Society Strategy: to reverse the trend of shrinking civic space and to protect civil society’s essential role in defending and expanding democracy.
- [May 2023: As elections loom, civil society secures a partial victory on the foreign interference directive](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/may-2023) - With the elections looming, the institutions are eager to finalise work on the remaining major legislative files of this term. However, the Defence of Democracy package, originally expected in June, has been delayed, following widespread alarm at its proposed foreign interference directive. The Commission has agreed to civil society's demand for a full impact assessment.
- [April 2023: An EU foreign agents act would fatally undermine the Defence of Democracy package](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/april-2023) - The European Commission is set to publish its proposed Defence of Democracy package. In our response to the consultation, we made it clear that the package’s focus on ‘foreign interference’ risks damaging democracy, not defending it. This week, 230 civil society organisations wrote to the European Commission President, calling for the proposed directive on foreign-funded organisations to be scrapped.
- [March 2023: Fighting for democratic empowerment and resilience](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/march-2023) - The latest edition of our annual civic space report, “Fighting for democratic empowerment and resilience”, was released earlier this month. The report demonstrates that, while civil society remains the bedrock of democracy, civic freedoms are under pressure across Europe.
- [February 2023: Foreign interference is not the biggest threat to democracy.](https://civic-forum.eu/newsletter/february-2023-foreign-interference-is-not-the-biggest-threat-to-democracy) - The EU is right, we must defend democracy. But 'foreign interference' is not the biggest threat. ECF Co-presidents Jean-Marc The EU is right, we must defend democracy. But 'foreign interference' is not the biggest threat. ECF Co-presidents Jean-Marc Roirant and Raffaella Bolini write for Euronews
- [ECF Co-president ends leadership mandate at Civil Society Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/ecf-co-president-ends-leadership-mandate-at-civil-society-europe) - After almost eight years of commitment to bring institutional recognition for European civil society in EU policy-making, the ECF Co-president, Jean-Marc Roirant, ended his leadership mandate as Chair of Civil Society Europe (CSE) during its General Assembly on 21 June 2023. Jean-Marc leaves a wonderful legacy, his vast knowledge, experience and expertise concerning civil society
- [JOINT LETTER: Civil society call to restore the details of European Commission officials in the EU Whoiswho register](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/joint-letter-civil-society-call-to-restore-the-details-of-european-commission-officials-in-the-eu-whoiswho-registe) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_margin=”-1px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”left” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Over 110 representatives of civil society organisations have signed a joint letter, calling on the European Commission to restore details of its officials in
- [JOINT STATEMENT - EU Trilogues: The AI Act must protect people’s rights](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/artificial-intelligence/joint-statement-eu-trilogues-the-ai-act-must-protect-peoples-rights) - This statement was originally published by EDRi on 12/07/2023 A civil society statement on fundamental rights in the EU Artificial Intelligence Act As European Union institutions begin trilogue negotiations, civil society calls on EU institutions to ensure the Regulation puts people and fundamental rights first in the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). In Europe and
- [The Rule of Law report needs a broader approach and concrete recommendations in order to fully serve its purpose](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/rule-of-law/the-rule-of-law-report-needs-a-broader-approach-and-concrete-recommendations-in-order-to-fully-serve-its-purpose) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_margin=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”30px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”30px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″](Please click here to read a French translation) On 5 July 2023, the European Commission published its fourth annual report reviewing the Rule of
- [People should have proper control on how AI shapes their lives.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/people-should-have-proper-control-on-how-ai-shapes-their-lives) - The AI Act is intended to be a major legal framework to introduce protections for fundamental rights in a fast developing technology that is already shaping society in all aspects. In the recent votes in the Parliament’s Internal Market (IMCO) and Civil Liberties (LIBE) committees, MEPs voted to adopt amendments recommended by a coalition of
- [MEPs vote to ensure AI Act better protects fundamental rights and civic space](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/meps-vote-to-ensure-ai-act-better-protects-fundamental-rights-and-civic-space) - Today, the LIBE and IMCO Committees of the European Parliament voted on the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, making several amendments to ensure fundamental rights, the rule of law and civic space are better protected.
- [Civil Society for EU - European CSOs launch 2024 EU election manifesto](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/civil-society-for-eu-european-csos-launch-2024-eu-election-manifesto) - Ahead of the 2023 EU elections, a broad coalition of civil society organisations led by Civil Society Europe and Social Platform have launched the Civil Society for EU campaign for better civic space and civil dialogue all over Europe.
- [ECF Statement on the EU Artificial Intelligence Act](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/statement-from-the-european-civic-forum-on-the-eu-artificial-intelligence-act) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]The EU Artificial Intelligence Act must safeguard Civic Space, Fundamental Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Artificial intelligence and the EU AI legislation will have a significant impact on civil
- [Support to LDH - Open letter to the President of the French Republic](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/support-to-ldh-open-letter-to-the-president-of-the-french-republic) - The French Ministor of Interior attacked the French Ligue des droits de l’Homme in Parliament, with a blackmailing for its public funding.
- [ECF is hiring - Office Manager](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/ecf-is-hiring-office-manager-2) - Are you a professional in administrative and financial management, and would you like to work for a fairer world? Apply to be our next Office Manager! Deadline: 10 April.
- [Protect Civil Society, Defend Democracy - Register now!](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/protect-civil-society-defend-democracy-register-now) - ECF, Civil Society Europe and CIVICUS will host a policy dialogue titled “Protect Civil Society, Defend Democracy,” on 22 March 2023. Register now!
- [RECLAIM: Stand up for LGBTIQ+ people in Hungary](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/reclaim-stand-up-for-lgbtiq-people-in-hungary) - In June 2021, the Hungarian parliament adopted a law, copy-pasted from Russia, that censors the LGBTIQ+ communities. A court case from the European Commission gives us the chance to stand up for LGBTIQ+ coommunities.
- [Statement on police infiltration in social movements in Barcelona](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/statement-on-police-infiltration-in-social-movements-in-recent-years-in-barcelona) - 88 organisations declare their support for the five activists bringing legal action over the infiltration of social and labour movements by a police officer from the Spanish National Police Corps in Barcelona.
- [Co-creating a strategic approach for an open civic space in the EU](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/co-creating-a-strategic-approach-for-an-open-civic-space) - In December 2022, European Civic Forum and Civil Society Europe convened over 100 representatives of civil society, institutions and donors to discuss how to enable, protect and expand Europe’s civic space. This work will now feed into a pan-European campaign ahead of the 2024 elections.
- [EDITO - 2023 must be the year of civil society mobilisation](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/edito-2023-must-be-the-year-of-civil-society-mobilisation) - Reversing the trend of shrinking civic space and protecting civil society is vital to defend democracy. In 2023 we must take our campaigning to the next level.
- [CIVIC PRIDE AWARDS 2022: CIVIC ACTORS IN TIMES OF CRISIS DIALOGUE WITH INSTITUTIONS](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/civic-pride/civic-pride-awards-2022-civic-actors-in-times-of-crisis-dialogue-with-institutions) - On Thursday, 17 March 2022, the European Civic Forum (ECF) held its annual Civic Pride Awards event, this time fully online, to discuss with outstanding civic initiatives in Europe about the support they need from national authorities and European institutions in the current context of crisis. After two years of pandemic, in fact, European civil
- [Sunflowers for a United Europe Together with Ukraine](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/sunflowers-for-a-united-europe-together-with-ukraine) - The Civic Alliance - Latvia and the European Movement - Latvia invite CSOs, companies, institutions and individuals to support the Ukrainian people, Ukraine's reconstruction and its integration into the European Union by taking part in the campaign "Sunflowers for a United Europe Together with Ukraine". Sunflower fields are one of the symbols of Ukraine, so
- [ECF supports statement of Spanish organisations against state surveillance](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/ecf-supports-statement-of-spanish-organisations-against-state-surveillance) - Original statement signed by human rights organisations and collectives (including the European Civic Forum) in defence of the rule of law, democracy and society published by Iridia on 3 May 2022 State surveillance on journalists, politicians, and lawyers in Spain Date: 3 May 2022 On 18 April 2022, the Citizen Lab of the University of
- [ECF joins call for equality in the implementation of the EU Temporary Protection Directive](https://civic-forum.eu/position/ecf-joins-call-for-equality-in-the-implementation-of-the-eu-temporary-protection-directive) - Open letter to the European Commission, published by the Ligue des droits de l'Homme (LDH) on 05/05/2022 Dear Commissioner Ylva Johansson, Commissioner Helena Dalli, We are writing to request a meeting to discuss the implementation and application of the Temporary Protection Directive 2001/55/EC. We believe that a meeting with the both of you would be
- [REGISTER NOW: High level Conference on Civil Society and the Future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/register-now-high-level-conference-on-civil-society-and-the-future-of-europe) - As a follow-up process of the Convention and the Conference of the Future of Europe, Civil Society Europe, the French Social Economic and Environmental Council, and the Mouvement Associatif will be holding a High Level Conference on Civil Society and the Future of Europe that will be organised under the auspices of the French Presidency of the European
- [SAVE THE DATE: European Civic Academy 2022 takes place along side 20th anniversary of the European Social Forum](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/save-the-date-european-civic-academy-2022-takes-place-along-side-20th-anniversary-of-the-european-social-forum) - Save the date for the fifth edition of the European Civic Academy taking place in Florence, Italy on 10th and 11th November 2022! The European Civic Academy (ECA) was launched by the European Civic Forum in 2016 to connect and build bridges between civil society and academic agendas, to provide space for civil society
- [Protecting and expanding civic space in Europe – a year of civil society consolidation](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/protecting-and-expanding-civic-space-in-europe-a-year-of-civil-society-consolidation) - 2022 has been nothing if not an eventful year. As we began to emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic, we were met immediately by another crisis: war came once again to our continent. At the time, we condemned the invasion of Ukraine and expressed our solidarity with the victims. We continue to do so. The difficult
- [EDITO - EU institutions and strengthening civic space: Giving with one hand and taking with the other?](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/eu-institutions-and-strengthening-civic-space-giving-with-one-hand-and-taking-with-the-other) - The European Commission’s inclusion of a cross-border statute for associations and measures on civic space in its 2023 work programme are encouraging signs. Parliament’s call for France-style restrictions on access to funding, particularly targeting Muslim organisations, is a very worrying development which must not go ahead. 2023 Work Programme In June, more than 350
- [Joint Statement: The EU AI Act must protect people on the move](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/joint-statement-the-eu-ai-act-must-protect-people-on-the-move) - This joint statment was drafted by: Access Now, European Digital Rights (EDRi), Platform for International Cooperation on Undocumented Migrants, and the Refugee Law Lab. Click here to read the PDF. The European Union Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) will regulate the development and use of ‘high-risk’ AI, and aims to promote the uptake of ‘trustworthy
- [New ECF report calls for a comprehensive European Civil Society Strategy to empower civic organisations](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/ecf-call-for-a-comprehensive-civil-society-strategy-to-empower-civic-organisations-in-europe) - On 9 May, the Conference on the Future of Europe adopted the conclusions and recommendations discussed over the last year. Importantly, these proposals recognise the important role of civil society at national and European level and call for actions to safeguard civic freedoms and civil society organisations (CSOs) in Member States and to engage CSOs at
- [ECF is hiring! - Office manager](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/ecf-is-hiring-office-manager) - The European Civic Forum (ECF) is a transnational network that brings together over 100 associations and NGOs across 27 countries in Europe and is actively working to promote civic and popular ownership of Europe, to foster citizens’ participation and the emergence of a European public space where the role and influence of civil society are
- [Civil society public letter on the Council’s proposed general approach to the Regulation of Political Advertising, calling for a regulation that delivers for democracy and fundamental rights](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/civil-society-public-letter-on-the-councils-proposed-general-approach-to-the-regulation-of-political-advertising-calling-for-a-regulation-that-delivers-for-democracy-and-fundamental-rights) - European Civic Forum, alongside more than 30 civil society organisations, signed an open letter to the Czech Presidency of the Council, calling for a regulation on political advertising that delivers for democracy and fundamental rights. Dear Mikuláš Bek, Minister for European Affairs, EU Ministers for European Affairs, We, the undersigned 34 civil society organisations, are
- [European Civic Academy 2022 - Capturing the winds of change](https://civic-forum.eu/capacity-building/european-civic-academy-2022-capturing-the-winds-of-change) - The European Civic Academy returns for its fifth edition on 10-11 November in Firenze! Organised in cooperation with the Centre on Social Movement Studies (Cosmos) and Civil Society Europe, it will bring together laureates from past editions of the Civic Pride Awards, civic actors, and academics to discuss how to conceive of "victories", what lessons can be
- [The importance of evaluation: capacity-building webinar](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-importance-of-evaluation-capacity-building-webinar) - Impact and evaluation are more important than ever. With changes to funding and the civil society landscape, NGOs are having to adapt and show how their projects are successful in communities. Impact is more than counting how many people have engaged in a project. It is about the quality of those interactions and what sustainable changes have
- [Cap Magellan : European meeting of Young Lusodescendants in Fatima](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/cap-magellan-european-meeting-of-young-lusodescendants-in-fatima) - Cap Magellan, first youth association for young portuguese or portuguese speaking people, founded in Paris in 1991, enables around flfty young people aged between 18 and 35, for more than 6 years now, to meet in Portugal each year within the framework of its European project "European Meeting of Young Lusodescendants ». This project not
- [Pro-fact: Research, education, fact-check and debunk COVID-19 related disinformation narratives in Croatia](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/pro-fact-research-education-fact-check-and-debunk-covid-19-related-disinformation-narratives-in-croatia) - Gong is organizing the international conference “European Perspectives: The Impact of Disinformation on the Health of Democracy and the Digital Environment”, which will be held on May 19th from 9.30h to 13.00h, as part of the project “Pro-fact: Research, education, fact-check and debunk COVID-19 related disinformation narratives in Croatia”. The conference, which will be held
- [European Civic Forum and Civil Society Europe discuss Civil Society Strategy with cabinet of Commission Vice-President Šuica](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/european-civic-forum-and-civil-society-europe-discuss-civil-society-strategy-with-cabinet-of-commission-vice-president-suica) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]The European Civic Forum and Civil Society Europe met with the cabinet of Commission Vice-President Šuica on 28 September to discuss prospects for a civil society strategy and civic participation in policy making. The meeting was organised as a follow-up to the Conference on the Future of Europe and
- [State of the Union Address: To defend democracy, it must answer people's needs. Involving CSOs in EU policy making is integral to achieving this.](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/state-of-the-union-address) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]President von der Leyen’s State of the Union address touched upon many issues and broadly formulated proposals, often not sufficiently detailed for immediate in-depth analysis. In this editorial we look at the narrative and
- [We are recruiting! Policy and advocacy officer needed](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-recruiting-policy-and-advocacy-officer-needed) - The European Civic Forum (ECF), a transnational network that brings together over 100 associations and NGOs across 27 countries in Europe, is recruiting a Policy and Advocacy officer! Our secretariat is composed of a small but dynamic and multi-task team, responsible for the implementation of the work programme and the day-to-day management of the network.
- [3rd rule of law report: the commitment to promote and protect the rule of law requires turning words into action!](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/rule-of-law/3rd-rule-of-law-report-the-commitment-to-promote-and-protect-the-rule-of-law-requires-turning-words-into-action) - On 13 July 2022, the European Commission published its third annual report reviewing the rule of law infrastructure and developments in 27 Member States in 2021. The European Civic Forum took part in the consultation process by showcasing concrete examples of how civil society strengthens and defends functioning of the rule of law. Our submission
- [ECF meets in Paris for its General Assembly and the CSOs Convention closing event](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/ecf-meets-in-paris-for-its-general-assembly-and-the-csos-convention-closing-event) - The 2022 Annual General Assembly (AGA) of the European Civic Forum took place on 29th June, in the French Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) in Paris. After the meeting of the National Platforms of NGOs, ECF members had the opportunity to approve the 2021 Activity report discussed statutory affairs, ongoing and upcoming activities and
- [New "Reclaim our Civil Space!" event: How do we get to a European Civil Society Strategy?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/new-reclaim-our-civil-space-event-how-do-we-get-to-a-european-civil-society-strategy) - Organised in the framework of "Reclaim our Civil Space!" project, this event intends to liaise between the networks of civil society organisations, the EU institutions and Donor States to jointly develop, promote and advocate for a detailed set of recommendations for a European civil society strategy and policy. The first panel of the event sees
- [Join our secretariat - we are looking for a Civic Space officer](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/join-our-secretariat-we-are-looking-for-a-civic-space-officer) - The European Civic Forum is hiring! We are looking for a Civic Space officer, to join our Brussels-based secretariat under a CIP (Convention d'Immersion Professionnelle) for 6 months. The civic space officer shall support and contribute to the ECF work of research and advocacy on civic space and democracy-related issues. Main responsibilities: Daily monitoring of
- [European Commission must guarantee a meaningful role for civil society in ‘RebuildUkraine’](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/european-commission-must-guarantee-a-meaningful-role-for-civil-society-in-rebuildukraine) - Statement by European and Ukrainian civil society organisations Published during the Ukraine Recovery Conference, Lugano (Switzerland), 5 July 2022 European civil society has been standing and continues to stand in solidarity with Ukraine and its people in the face of Russian aggression and the horrendous war. Russia must stop its aggression immediately and withdraw its
- [We are hiring! Join the ECF as our new Communication and Campaign officer!](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-join-the-ecf-as-our-new-communication-and-campaign-officer) - The ECF secretariat is composed of a small but dynamic and multi-task team, responsible for the implementation of the work programme and the day-to-day management of the network. Team spirit, empathy and care, mutual respect and trust are values at the core of our work with others, within the secretariat, the governance team and the
- [Droit de Cité - le 4 juillet avec le Mouvement Associatif](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/droit-de-cite-le-4-juillet-avec-le-mouvement-associatif) - DROIT DE CITÉ, LA GRANDE JOURNÉE POUR LES ASSOCIA-TIONS ET CELLES ET CEUX QUI S'Y ENGAGENT AU QUOTIDIEN, INITALEMENT PRÉVUE LE 31 JANVIER 2022, EST REPORTÉE, COMPTE-TENU DU CONTEXTE SANITAIRE, AU 4 JUILLET 2022. ​Pour cette nouvelle édition qui se tiendra au lendemain des élections présidentielle et législatives, le mouvement associatif convie les acteurs et
- [300+ CSOs call on the European Commission for a European Civil Society Strategy: join our campaign!](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/300-csos-call-on-the-european-commission-for-a-european-civil-society-strategy-join-our-campaign) - Today the European Civic Forum joins 300+ CSOs from all across Europe to call on the President of the European Commission to include in the work programme of 2023 a proposal for a European Civil Society Strategy. Read the letter here: https://bit.ly/3xLbk9j Why a European Civil Society Strategy? Civil society is experiencing growing challenges on
- [With Greece, we say YES to democracy and social justice!](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/greece-say-yes) - During the last decade, popular trust in the European project is going records low, alongside decrease in living standards and raising poverty for large swaths of the population. The institutional responses to the financial and then economic crisis The institutional responses to the financial and then economic crisis, based on austerity for the poor and
- [We are hiring! Part-time Administrative and Financial Officer](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-hiring-part-time-administrative-and-financial-officer-needed) - The ECF secretariat is composed of a small but dynamic and multi-task team, responsible for the implementation of the work programme and the day-to-day management of the network. Team spirit, empathy and care, mutual respect and trust are values at the core of our secretariat and governance team! We are currently seeking a part-time (24
- [Building an equality map / recognition by BeFem](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/building-an-equality-map-recognition-by-befem) - "For cities tailored to people, not capital!" On 8 March, Ministry of Spatial Planning received a special recognition for building an equality map from BeFem, a feminist cultural centre in Serbia. The Ministry of Spatial Planning was created with the desire to contribute to the democratic and fair development of cities, and for the last
- [CAL Director presents proposals from people of Latvia at the conference on the future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/cal-director-presents-proposals-from-people-of-latvia-at-the-conference-on-the-future-of-europe) - On Friday, March 25th and Saturday, March 26th, Kristīne Zonberga, Director of the Civic Alliance - Latvia, participated in the fifth plenary session and working groups of the Conference on the Future of Europe as a representative of Latvian citizens. In the plenary session, Kristīne Zonberga presented a summary of the proposals for the future
- [Civil Society Convention delivers its recommendations on the Future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/civil-society-convention-delivers-its-recommendations-on-the-future-of-europe) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“In an exercise that has never been tried before, CSOs came together and put forward this outstanding work”. Alexandrina Najmowicz, co-chair of the Civil Society Convention on the Future of Europe, showed the dominating enthusiasm that reigned during the presentation of the Convention’s recommendations (to be published soon). Follow live the second day of
- [Why we need an EU Civil Society Strategy](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/civic-pride/why-we-need-an-eu-civil-society-strategy) - While the importance of civil society in fostering and protecting the EU values and advancing European policies is reflected in a wide variety of EU policies and strategies, experts stress that the European institutions tend to view civil society as an ally to implement EU policies, rather than a partner or a sector in itself.
- [FIRST LAW ON SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN SERBIA ADOPTED](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/first-law-on-social-entrepreneurship-in-serbia-adopted) - After a decade of work on the Draft Law, the Law on Social Entrepreneurship was adopted at the session of the National Assembly on February 4, 2022. The law is one of the most advanced legal solutions for the social entrepreneurship sector in Europe and, for the first time in Serbia, sets the legal framework
- [LAUNCHING THE CIVIC PRIDE MONTH](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/launching-the-civic-pride-month) - The Civic Pride is an annual celebration of achievements by civic organisations, activists, associations, which form the backbone of democratic, inclusive, equal and solidary societies. This year we will celebrate a whole month, from 1 to 31 March! In the past months, the sanitary crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic revealed deeper fractures within
- [Stop the war! Solidarity with Ukraine](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/stop-the-war-solidarity-with-ukraine) - The European Civic Forum condemns the Russian attack on Ukraine. The integrity of a sovereign country must be respected. Arms are never a solution to political and diplomatic tensions. None of the complex situations, conflicting interests of border populations in the area justify this war. So many people have already died, and refugees have been
- [Missions Publiques interviews Alexandrina Najmowicz:<br>"To rehabilitate European democracy, we must build on the bonds that bring us together”](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/missions-publiques-interview) - In an interview for Missions Publiques, CSOs Convention co-chair Alexandrina Najmowicz exposed the role of CSOs in the Conference on the Future of Europe, but also the democratic crisis, which the Conference is only partially addressing. We have reproduced the full interview below. Alexandrina Najmowicz is the Secretary General of the European Civic Forum (FCE),
- [NGOs urge EU ministers to act decisively on Poland’s rule of law crisis](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/ngos-urge-eu-ministers-to-act-decisively-on-polands-rule-of-law-crisis) - As the EU Council prepares to discuss the rule of law situation in Poland at its upcoming meeting on 22 February 2022, FIDH and other civil society organisations from Poland and across the EU draw EU ministers’ attention to recent, alarming developments, pointing to a severe and steady decline in the respect for EU values
- [SPAIN: Gag Law under reform, the right to freedom of peaceful assembly, expression and rule of law at stake – Joint letter](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/spain-gag-law-under-reform-the-right-to-freedom-of-peaceful-assembly-expression-and-rule-of-law-at-stake-joint-letter) - In Spain, social movements play a crucial role for democracy and rule of law: they mobilise citizens for environmental and social justice, and for the protection of sexual and reproductive rights. They stand against far-right groups and anti-rights narrative that have become more visible. They have also contributed to mitigate the socio-economic consequences of the
- [Òmnium, Irídia and the ANC demand 37 new prosecutions <br>of Spanish Police Officers in the judicial investigation<br> on the police brutality in the 2017 Catalan referendum](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/omnium-iridia-and-the-anc-demand-37-new-prosecutions-of-spanish-police-officers-in-the-judicial-investigation-on-the-police-brutality-in-the-2017-catalan-referendum) - A new expert investigation from three private accusations identifies more than 450 illegal actions during the 2017 Catalan referendum in Barcelona Barcelona, 22nd January 2022 - Catalan NGO and ECF member Òmnium Cultural, jointly with the also Catalan NGOs Irídia and the Catalan National Assembly (ANC) have demanded 37 new prosecutions of Spanish Police Officers
- [Quel avenir pour le projet européen?](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/what-future-for-the-european-project) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Find the original version (in French) here: HL196-Monde-5.-Quel-avenir-pour-le-projet-europeen.pdf (ldh-france.org) Alexandrina Najmowicz est secrétaire générale du Forum civique européen (FCE), réseau composé d’une centaine d’associations et d’ONG européennes œuvrant pour la démocratie et les libertés associatives en Europe. Elle revient ici sur les enjeux de la Conférence pour l’avenir de l’Europe, où elle siège, dans
- [Representation and participation: two faces of a strong democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/representation-and-participation-two-faces-of-a-strong-democracy) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] As the third COFOE plenary took place end of January, we want to draw on and amplify some key takeaways from the citizens panels, namely that the EU must change in order to deliver social, economic, environmental and democratic integration! That policies should be people-centred and people-powered! Putting people in the driving seat of such a transformation requires institutions creating the conditions and
- [ECF responds to the 2022 Commission consultation<br> on rule of law in the EU](https://civic-forum.eu/advocacy/ecf-response-rule-of-law-consultation) - The European Civic Forum took part in the 2022 European Commission consultation on the state of rule of law in the European Union. Democracy, fundamental rights, and the rule of law are interlinked The proper functioning of the rule of law cannot rely only on state institutions. It lives and breathes through culture, values, and
- [Open letter to Conference Plenary: ensure the inclusion of marginalised communities!](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/open-letter-to-conference-plenary-ensure-the-inclusion-of-marginalised-communities) - Dear members of the Conference Plenary, On 19th June 2021, 57 civil society organisations from across Europe sent a letter to the Executive Board of the Conference on the Future of Europe (hereafter: the Conference), expressing strong concerns about the lack of inclusion of marginalised communities in the Conference. On 16th July 2021, the Co-Chairs sent a reply, indicating
- [Open Letter to demand meaningful debate on and written responses to European Citizens’ Panel recommendations](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/open-letter-to-demand-meaningful-debate-on-and-written-responses-to-european-citizens-panel-recommendations) - Dear members of the Executive Board, The Conference on the Future of Europe (hereafter: the Conference) is at a crossroads: either it will turn into an ugly interinstitutional battle happening largely behind closed doors, feeding cynicism about EU and the oft-declared ‘Europe of citizens’, or it will fully embrace the potential of meaningful and publicly
- [Vaccines for all, Refugees Football Club: the latest news from <br>the Greek Forum of Refugees](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/vaccines-for-all-refugees-football-club-the-latest-news-from-the-greek-forum-of-refugees) - Vaccines for all: INTERSOS Hellas, the Greek Forum of Refugees and the Greek Forum of Migrants aim with this information campaign (1) to ensure that communities and individuals, migrants and refugees living in Greece, are aware of their right to access the vaccine, (2) to combat fear and mistrust previous and current national policies have
- [FROM THE CHARTER OF FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS TO THE EUROPEAN CONSTITUTION](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/from-the-charter-of-fundamental-rights-to-the-european-constitution) - The Ampel Program is an important step in the way of a more democratic and resilient Union. It is an important step because it has broken the taboo of the reform of the treaties. It is an important step because it underlines the role of the citizens in the European public space. It is a
- [10 Tips for NGOs: How to Affect Content in New EU Directive Projects](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/10-tips-for-ngos-how-to-affect-content-in-new-eu-directive-projects) - In September 2021, the Providus think tank and the Latvian Civic Alliance, with the support of the European Parliament, held a consultation with members of the European Parliament (EP) on the views of Latvian NGOs and civic activists on the forthcoming European Union initiatives. Here we have summarised the most important recommendations of deputies and
- [ECF express condolences after the passing of David Sassoli, president of the European Parliament](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/ecf-express-condolences-after-the-passing-of-david-sassoli-president-of-the-european-parliament) - It is with great sorrow that we learned the passing of European Parliament President David Sassoli today. We sincerely regret the loss of a political figure who was always supportive of civil society organisations and eager to dialogue with them. Mr. Sassoli was a genuine defender of fundamental rights against the authoritarian, regressive forces that
- [Looking back at another year of pandemic](https://civic-forum.eu/position/looking-back-at-another-year-of-pandemic) - At the early stage of this global crisis, we felt the pandemic was opening up, at great cost, deep fault lines in the dominant narrative about our societies, and that most people were asking (perhaps for the first time in their lives) essential questions: why are we so vulnerable? Why is the system we live
- [Statement on the situation of the USPR and undocumented people](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/statement-on-the-situation-of-the-uspr-and-undocumented-people) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A EUROPEAN CALL FOR REGULARISATION AND DIGNITY (French version below) We, civic actors from across Europe and Members of the European Parliament are calling on the Belgian government to meet their commitments stated this summer to the negotiators of the Union des Sans-Papiers pour la Régularisation (USPR). In July 2021, the State Secretary
- [APPEAL OF A THOUSAND YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ITALY, CROATIA, SERBIA, SLOVENIA, TO PARLIAMENT AND THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION FOR A CHANGE OF COURSE ON IMMIGRATION](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/appeal-of-a-thousand-young-people-from-italy-croatia-serbia-slovenia-to-parliament-and-the-european-commission-for-a-change-of-course-on-immigration) - In the days when Minister Lamorgese, taking advantage of the European visibility offered by the signing of a protocol on humanitarian corridors for Afghans, reminds the Union and the governments that are part of it, that migrants "should be saved", but that "it is unfair that it is only Italy" to do so. A partial
- [Belgrade 2041: Back to the Future](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/belgrade-2041-back-to-the-future-by-ministry-of-space) - The Ministry of Space presents the film Belgrade 2041: Back to the Future. The reason for making this movie is the development of the General Urban Plan of Belgrade for the period from 2021 to 2041. The guiding idea behind the film, and it should be behind the plan too, is the question: What kind
- [Larger involvement of CSOs is needed in CoFoE, says ECF at EESC event](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/ecf-pledges-for-larger-involvement-of-csos-in-cofoe) - At an event held on Friday, 5 November organised by the EESC Diversity group in partnership with Civil Society Europe, about two hundred participants from civil society and EU institutions discussed about the role of CSOs in building the Future of Europe. Within his opening remarks, Jean-Marc Roirant, president of Civil Society Europe emphasised that
- [CSOs Convention at the Conference on the Future of Europe Plenary](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/csos-convention-at-the-conference-on-the-future-of-europe-plenary) - The CSOs Convention for the Conference on the Future of Europe took part in the second CoFoE plenary in Strasbourg on 22-23 September. While plenary working groups kick-started with first discussions, citizens shared first insights from their panels and delegates from the youth event (that witnesses unacceptable Islamophobic attacks from far-right groups), the two days
- [Tech for Democracy 2021](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/tech-for-democracy-2021) - INVITATION TO ACTION DAYS Technology and digitalisation have contributed greatly to global democracy, the fight for human rights and a more just and equal world. However, technology is also used as a tool to counteract democracy and misuse power. Civil society and human rights defenders around the world are often main targets of digital crackdowns,
- [The Net-Works project first activities](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-net-works-project-first-activities) - What is the Net-Works project? It is a three years Erasmus + funded project which aims to establish new national or regional networks of work-based adult education providers, notably in Portugal, Hungary, Slovakia, Serbia and North Macedonia and to facilitate their involvement in European cooperation. Who are the partners? It gathers partners from all
- [A month for Peace in Niksic, Montenegro](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/a-month-for-peace-in-niksic-montenegro) - By Alfa Centar Niksic - In September, the activities of the new Social service "ACTA NON VERBA", which was formed by the NGO ALFA Center, were in progress. Training was conducted for 40 children from socially disadvantaged families to work on computers. After the training, the children were given 40 smart tablet devices. By the
- [WHO WILL DELIVER ON<br>THE FUTURE OF EUROPE ?](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/who-will-deliver-onthe-future-of-europe) - By CIME-European Movement Italy - Supported by a grotesque vision of the relations between the representative and participatory democracy, the Council has claimed that the Conference on the future of Europe will not end with a collective dialogue and a common decision putting the parliaments (European and national), the Commission, the governments, the civil society,
- [Engaged, Inspired and Empowered in Belgrade: the EDI Convention officially started](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/edi-convention-belgrade) - The Engaged Democracy Initiative (EDI), initiatied by the European Fund for the Balkans (EFB) and the Institute for Democratic Engagement Southeast Europe (IDESE) aims to gather local organizations, researchers, social businesses and active citizens in the Western Balkans (WB) involved with issues of democratization, social injustice and accountability of institutions, and support them to join
- [Pandemic exacerbates challenges civil society faces,<br>find FRA report on civic space](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/fra-report-civic-space) - Yesterday, Tuesday 28 September, ECF Research & Advocacy officer Giada Negri attended an event organised by the EU Fundamental Rights Agency This event was the opportunity to present the findings from the latest report by the Agency on civic space and civil society under the pandemic. As stated by FRA Director, Michael O'Flaherty, "A strong
- [The CSOs Convention on the Future of Europe goes local!](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/the-csos-convention-on-the-future-of-europe-goes-local) - We are living a historic moment at the European level in terms of coordination and convergence of civil society around a shared agenda for the Future of Europe. Over 80 thematic EU networks, platforms, federations and alliances have come together at the initiative of Civil Society Europe (CSE) and have set up a Civil Society
- [Survey on the COVID-19 impact on fundamental rights and civic space](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/survey-on-the-covid-19-impact-on-fundamental-rights-and-civic-space) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] As part of a research conducted jointly by Civil Society Europe, European Civic Forum, European Center for Not-for-Profit Law and Institute for Public Affairs and commissioned by the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), all interested civil society organisations are invited to complete a survey. The aim is to understand the challenges civil society
- [5 new members join the ECF !](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/5-new-members-join-the-ecf) - The ECF held its General Assembly on 24 June, with more than 40 member organisations present online. This was also an opportunity to approve the membership of 5 new organisations from 5 different countries. The Wheel (Ireland), LIBERA onlus (Italy), RECLAIM Europe, Ministarstvo Prostora (Serbia) and ALFA Centar Niksic (Montenegro) are now part of ECF
- [STATEMENT ON THE HUMANITARIAN SITUATION FOR AFGHANS](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/statement-on-the-humanitarian-situation-for-afghans) - – Statement by the RISE Network, published on 18 August 2021, available here. We the RISE network, Refugees' Ideas & Solutions for Europe, as an alliance of migrant and refugee led non-governmental organisations and associations, representing tens of thousands of people across Europe, urge all world leaders to give protection
- [ECF condemns the liquidation of 50+ NGOs in Belarus and asks the EU to renew strong pressure on Belarusian authorities](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/ecf-condemns-the-liquidation-of-50-ngos-in-belarus-and-asks-the-eu-to-renew-strong-pressure-on-belarusian-authorities) - On 22 July, the Ministry of Justice filed a lawsuit to liquidate over 50 NGOs in Belarus. This comes after Lukashenko vowed to continue what he called a “mopping-up operation” against civil society activists who he denounced as “bandits and foreign agents”. This is the government’s latest move in a relentless and systematic crackdown on
- [NEW EUROPEANS: Stand up for free speech in Belarus](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/new-europeans-stand-up-for-free-speech-in-belarus) - Image: Screenshot from NBC news, Belarus rights Activist, Jana Showstak. Event: Monday 9 August 2021, 10:00-12:30 On 23 May 2021, the Lukashenko regime forced Ryan Air Flight 4978 from Athens to Vilnius to land in Minsk and the arrested Roman Protasevic and Sofia Sapega. Belarus activist Jana Showstak This act was immediately condemned by the EU and others as an
- [EC RULE OF LAW REPORT FINDS CIVIC ACTORS FACE “SERIOUS CHALLENGES”:  IT’S TIME FOR THE COMMISSION TO ACT!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/ec-rule-of-law-report-finds-civic-actors-face-serious-challenges-its-time-for-the-commission-to-act) - On 20 July 2021, the European Commission published the second rule of law report covering events taking place in 2020 and early 2021. The report maintains the same methodology adopted in the previous one, looking narrowly at only four elements: the justice system, the anti-corruption framework, media pluralism and other institutional issues related to checks
- [Genova 20 Years On - Interview with Prof. Salvatore Palidda](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/genova-20-years-on-interview-with-prof-salvatore-palidda) - 20 years ago, a movement of protest and proposal, organized on a global scale, took to the streets of Genova alongside the G8. It was the continuation of the reflections started in Seattle in 1999. It was the birth of a so-called movement of movements – a social movement converging many mobilisations and demands around
- [GENOVA 2021: YOU THE DISEASE, WE THE CARE](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/genova-2021-you-the-disease-we-the-care) - Appeal by Genoa 2021 coalition, published on 20 May, available here. Twenty years after the G8 in Genoa. Without memory there is no future: we feel the duty, as well as the right, to remember that important piece of the history of social movements, all the more because it is a still open wound.
- [L’UNION DES SANS-PAPIERS RECEIVES CIVIC PRIDE AWARD FROM  EUROPEAN CIVIC FORUM](https://civic-forum.eu/press/lunion-des-sans-papiers-receives-civic-pride-award-from-european-civic-forum) - PRESS RELEASE - 13 July 2021 L’UNION DES SANS-PAPIERS RECEIVES CIVIC PRIDE AWARD FROM EUROPEAN CIVIC FORUM Version française Around 500 undocumented people have occupied the Beguinage church and sites at ULB and VUB Brussels universities for over 5 months. Over 430 undocumented people have been on hunger strike since 23 May 2021. Despite
- [ECF Sec. Gen message at the Future of Europe first plenary](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/ecf-sec-gen-message-at-the-future-of-europe-first-plenary) - Initiated and coordinated by Civil Society Europe, the CSOs Convention brings together 80 European civil society networks and organisations with members all across Europe, uniting millions of citizens active in all areas of life. We welcome this Conference as an attempt to reconnect policy and politics with citizens. It should bring real change and concrete
- [France Country Briefing: Government Measures Risk Leading to Fast Deterioration of Civic Space](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/france-country-briefing-government-measures-risk-leading-to-fast-deterioration-of-civic-space) - The European Civic Forum is raising the alarm on France. While fundamental freedoms are protected by the law and generally respected, civil liberties have been put under increasing pressure since 2015 following the state of emergency introduced in after the terrorist attacks. Two laws (Loi pour une sécurité globale, Projet de loi confortant le respect
- [DEADLINE EXTENDED>Nominations for Activizenship #6:<br>Reclaiming Civic Space](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/nominations-open-for-activizenship-6reclaiming-civic-space) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] It’s that time of year again! We are delighted to announce the opening of nominations for Activenship #6. The COVID-19 pandemic has further multiplied and deepened issues of shrinking civil and social rights and democratic backsliding, undermining the social contact of our societies. Nevertheless, civil society has been at the forefront of mitigating these challenges, sometimes winning fundamental victories against these trends. With Activizenship #6, the European
- [Conference on the Future of Europe: <br>Civil society organisations to get 5 seats in the Conference Plenary](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/future-of-europe/conference-on-the-future-of-europe-civil-society-organisations-to-get-5-seats-in-the-conference-plenary) - The Civil Society Convention on the Future of Europe organised a highly-attended public event on 7th June to mark the institutional kick-off of the Conference on the Future of Europe and discuss with high level representatives of the Conference about the scope and modalities of civil society participation in the Conference. Initiated and coordinated by
- [French Separatism Bill threatens fundamental freedoms, warn civil society organisations](https://civic-forum.eu/press/french-separatism-bill-threatens-fundamental-freedoms-warn-civil-society-organisations) - 8 June 2021 IMMEDIATE RELEASE French Separatism Bill threatens fundamental freedoms, warn civil society organisations The proposed French "separatism" bill («Projet de loi confortant le respect des principes de la République») could threaten rights and civil liberties, according to French and European civil society organisations including CIVICUS, the European Civic Forum
- [Open letter -The French “Separatism” Bill raises concerns for rights and civil liberties: The EU Commission must question France](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/open-letter-the-french-separatism-bill-raises-concerns-for-rights-and-civil-liberties-the-eu-commission-must-question-france) - Alongside 10 European and French CSOs, the European Civic Forum wrote an open letter to European Commissioner for Justice, Didier Reynders, and Director of the European Fundamental Rights Agency to express concern regarding the the French “separatism” bill («projet de loi confortant le respect des principes de la République») currently under discussion in Parliament.
- [EU Civil Dialogue a key element to regain trust between institutions and citizens, ECF latest study shows](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/advocacy-paper/eu-civil-dialogue-a-key-element-to-regain-trust-between-institutions-and-citizens-ecf-latest-study-shows) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The European Civic Forum, supported by Civil Society Europe, presents its latest study, authored by Linda Ravo. The study, named “Towards an open, transparent, and structured EU civil dialogue – Civil society’s views on challenges and opportunities for an effective implementation of Article 11 TEU”, reveals main challenges and issues on one of EU’s
- [CSOs would help, but the government does not count on them in the Recovery Plan either - rapid analysis](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/csos-would-help-but-the-government-does-not-count-on-them-in-the-recovery-plan-either-rapid-analysis) - Civil society organizations cooperating in the Civilisation coalition published an open letter in February addressed to dr. Szabolcs Ágostházy, the State Secretary for EU Development Programs, objecting to the lack of dialogue and meaningful civic participation in the development of plans for the use of EU funds expected in the coming years. Although we have
- [European House Budapest: join the In-Between initiative](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-budapest-join-the-in-between-initiative) - What is the idea? Civil society organisations from the four macro-regions (Baltic, Danube, Adriatic-Ionian and the Alpine regions) will combine their efforts to contribute to the discussions of the Conference on the future of Europe (CoFE). The CoFE is a major new initiative of the three main EU institutions: the European Parliament, the Council and
- [Civic Alliance research on the sector of civil society organisations in Latvia](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/civic-alliance-research-on-the-sector-of-civil-society-organisations-in-latvia) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Civic Alliance – Latvia has published “Research on the sector of civil society organisations in Latvia 2020-2024: Problems and solutions for classification of Latvian association and foundations”. The aim of the study is to gather factual information on civil society organisations by analysing basic data and developing recommendations, as well as analysing existing classification
- [Retraction of the LexNGO: important step, but more is needed](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/retraction-of-the-lexngo-important-step-but-more-is-needed) - - Press release of the Civlisation coalition - Ten months after the ruling of the European Court of Justice, the Hungarian government finally moves to repeal the LexNGO. This is an important development for affected civil society organisations (CSOs) as it ends 4 years of unnecessary and damaging stigmatisation. The transparency of civil society organisations
- [POLAND: Civil society organisations ask the Portuguese Presidency of the Council to take action on the deteriorating situation](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/poland-civil-society-organisations-ask-the-portuguese-presidency-of-the-council-to-take-action-on-the-deteriorating-situation) - Over 200 civil society organisations (from 19 European countries, plus international CSOs) sent a letter to the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the EU, ahead of the EU General Affairs Council on April 20, expressing deep concerns over the deteriorating situation in Poland. The organisations are calling on the EU to address breaches of the rule of law, violations of women’s rights
- [The ECF responds to the European Commission stakeholders' consultation on the rule of law in the European Union   ](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/the-ecf-responds-to-the-european-commission-stakeholders-consultation-on-the-rule-of-law-in-the-european-union) - Deterioration of the rule of law, democracy and civic space: there is a need for a comprehensive approach The deterioration of the rule of law develops in parallel with growing social disparities In the European Union, the rule of law (Etat de Droit, Rechtsstaat) refers to constitutional supremacy and the protection of fundamental rights from public authorities and private interests.
- [Shadow Report project: European CSO cooperation for the successful implementation of the EU macro-regional strategies](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/shadow-report-project-european-cso-cooperation) - The EU macro-regional strategy is a relatively new policy-making framework covering the Baltic Sea, the Danube, the Adriatic-Ionian and Alpine regions. It serves as an interface between EU and local level policy developments. The European Commission prepares biennial reports on the implemetation of macro-regional strategies. The latest one covers the 2018-2020 period and has all the characteristic
- [DENMARK: Reject discriminatory “Security for all Danes” Act and respect freedom of assembly](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/denmark-reject-discriminatory-security-for-all-danes-act-and-respect-freedom-of-assembly) - Open letter to the members of the Danish Parliament, published on 23 March 2020, also available on CIVICUS here. Members of the Danish Parliament Folketinget Christiansborg 1240 Copenhagen K Tel.: +45 3337 5500 E-mail: folketinget@ft.dk URGENT: Reject discriminatory "Security for all Danes” Act and respect freedom of assembly. Dear Members of the Danish Parliament, The undersigned
- [Event: Decode the truth on the European Union](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/event-decode-the-truth-on-the-european-union) - Event: Decode the truth on the European Union Date: Thursday 11 March 15h - 17h Address: 16 Allée des Bosquets, 93340, Le Raincy Description: Le projet R-EU-Connected est un dispositif d’éducation à la citoyenneté européenne par des vecteurs artistiques, ludiques et éducatifs à destination des élèves et des enseignants. Ce dispositif propose deux parcours aux élèves du
- [EDITO: What happens in Poland does not stay in Poland  ](https://civic-forum.eu/position/edito-what-happens-in-poland-does-not-stay-in-poland) - “The EU cannot allow women to become pawns in political game when lives are at stake, livelihoods are threatened, and the rule of law is deteriorating” 100 ongoing days of protests, 600 cities, and 3,000 people charged, investigated, prosecuted. This is just a snapshot of the recent mobilisations in Poland protesting the near total abortion ban, which came into force on 27 January 2021. The political capture of the Polish constitutional court, persecution of organisers
- [Quo vadis? The role of civil society in East and Central Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/quo-vadis-the-role-of-civil-society-in-east-and-central-europe) - On the occasion of #WorldNGODay, New Europeans invites you to join an international conference on The Role of Civil Society in East and Central Europe. The conference will be livestreamed from FB NewEuropeansNews All times CET. "Civil society organisations challenge injustice, oppression and brutality all over the world. The tremendous work of NGOs around the world is needed
- [Le Mouvement Associatif: Opinion on the BILL CONFIRMING REPUBLICAN PRINCIPLES](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/le-mouvement-associatif-opinion-on-the-bill-confirming-republican-principles) - The bill provides for the introduction of a "republican commitment contract" to be imposed on associations receiving subsidies and an extension of the responsibility of volunteer leaders to the actions of the association's members. These measures, taken in response to the deviant actions of a tiny minority of associations, will apply to all of them,
- [ECF at FRA’s Fundamental Rights Platform meeting](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/ecf-at-fras-fundamental-rights-platform-meeting) - The European Civic Forum took part in the FRA’s Fundamental Rights Platform meeting on 1 February 2021- In a session on “Defending civic space in times of pandemic: challenges and success stories” organised together with ECNL and the CIVICUS Monitor, we presented the Civic Space Watch, findings for our latest annual report and examples of successful advocacy at the EU
- [Italy: statement on the Conference on the Future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/italy-statement-on-the-conference-on-the-future-of-europe) - The European Movement in Italy: - Supports the necessity of an urgent start of the Conference on the future of the Europe in order to open the way of a deep reform of the European Union - Shares the idea that the Conference – as a public and democratic space to assure a constant dialogue between the
- [New Europeans: Europe Future Fringe](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/new-europeans-europe-future-fringe) - New Europeans in partnership with the European Future Forum (EFF) and Volonteurope has launched the Europe Future Fringe. The idea is for #EuropeFutureFringe to spark a conversation about the future of Europe, to energize the debate about what happens next. You can join the fringe network simply by writing to bureau@neweuropeans.net. Too often the discussion
- [A game for the social dimension of European integration. Unions in the starting blocks](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/social-dimension-european-integration-isp) - While economic integration in the European Union is progressing, EU members are moving away from each other in social terms. Such a diagnosis was made at the international seminar „The (In)Visible East-West Divide” organised by IPA as part of the ARTUS CEE project. The expectation that wages and labour standards in Central and Eastern Europe
- [What citizens say about the EU in Hungary– a non-representative survey](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/what-citizens-say-about-the-eu-in-hungary-a-non-representative-survey) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Initiated and coordinated by European House Budapest Europa Platform Hungary is a grass-root civil initiative open to civil society organisations and citizens interested in the future of Europe. It aims to contribute to the successful proceedings of the Conference on the Future of Europe. Last year December we organised an online debate on how we evaluate
- [The European Year of Citizens Alliance](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/the-european-year-of-citizens-alliance) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] ECF action for the creation and the animation of the European Year of Citizens Alliance (EYCA), one of the most important coordination of organised civil society at the European level (62 European networks and 20 national platforms) illustrates the capacity to gather synergies. In 2011 when the Commission proposed to designate 2013 as the
- [#IStandWithNGOs | #Civilvagyok solidarity campaign](https://civic-forum.eu/campaign/istandwithngos) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”3433″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”3434″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”3436″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] On 13 June 2017, the Hungarian Parliament adopted a new law on “Transparency of Organisations supported from abroad”. Behind these words stands a strong control of the government over civil society organisations, working especially on human rights and Rule of Law.
- [ECF condemns breaches of the rule of law on Croatian borders with Bosnia](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/ecf-condemns-breaches-of-the-rule-of-law-on-croatian-borders-with-bosnia) - On Saturday 30 January, four Italian Members of the European Parliament, Pietro Bartolo, Brando Benifei, Pierfrancesco Majorino, Alessandra Moretti, were prevented by the Croatian police from approaching the Croatian borders with Bosnia where illegal pushbacks on asylum seekers happen. Despite the mobilisation of Italian diplomacy, they were stopped in Bojna’s Forest, on EU territory, and
- [Your Voice on the Future of  Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/public-consultation/voice-future-of-europe) - The Future of Europe is now! As Citizens Take Over Europe we are working to bring together civil society organisations, citizens and residents of Europe with a shared goal: to promote a future for the European people that they can shape together during the upcoming Conference on the Future of Europe and beyond. Yet, European
- [The invisible guardians of European dignity (POLITICO OP-ED)](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/the-invisible-guardians-of-european-dignity-politico-op-ed) - This article was originally published on Poltico.eu ‘Civic actors are not phantoms, we exist, we are a resource for Europe. We call on institutions to recognize and support the work we do and the values we defend’ Anyone who has spent time in those regions of the world affected by conflicts, wars, or natural disasters,
- [R-EUCONNECTED: project partners meet physically and online in Castiglione del Lago](https://civic-forum.eu/projects/r-euconnected-project-partners-meet-physically-and-online-in-castiglione-del-lago) - The organisation Tempo Scelto, in collaboration with the Municipality of Castiglione del Lago and the University of Perugia, organised a meeting with expert in the field of European Union and European policies. Due to the Covid restrictions only 50 people attended the event. The Mayor of Castiglione and the President of the Union of Municipalities
- [Join the Civil Society Convention on the Future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/join-the-civil-society-convention-on-the-future-of-europe) - Civil Society Europe, the European Coordination body which the ECF is a part of, is launching a Civil Society Convention on the future of Europe. The Conference on the Future of Europe is due to kick off soon. In addition to a decentralised exercise with events at local and national levels , it will also
- [Civic Space Watch report 2020<br>Stories from the lockdown  is out!](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/activizenship/civic-space-watch-report-2020) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1607512112803{margin-right: 5px !important;margin-left: 5px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”5496″ img_size=”640×335″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] 2020 has been characterised by the COVID-19 health emergency that produced consequences on our societies, economies and democracies that are unprecedented in Europe in times of peace. We have changed our life to protect ourselves and others. We have all been expected to act
- [EUROPEAN MOVEMENT ITALY: Rule of Law, Spinelli Draft Treaty, Art. 7 TEU and Court of Justice](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-movement-italy-rule-of-law-spinelli-draft-treaty-art-7-teu-and-court-of-justice) - In its “European Constitution” (the Spinelli Draft Treaty establishing a European Union adopted in February 1984) the European Parliament has proposed that a Member of the Union should respect the Rule of Law and that the only authority having the capacity to judge about the violation of the Rule of Law should be the Court
- [CIVIC SPACE WATCH REPORT 2020 <br>STORIES FROM THE LOCKDOWN](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/civic-space-watch-report) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The European Civic Forum is organising a policy debate on the occasion of the launch of its annual Civic Space Watch report 2020, on Tuesday 8 December (3:00-5:15 p.m. CET). Hosted by MEP Pietro Bartolo, this year’s debate will be organised online and will be an opportunity for key civil society actors from across
- [Drifts towards authoritarianism across Europe alert institutions and NGOs](https://civic-forum.eu/press/drifts-towards-authoritarianism-across-europe-alert-institutions-and-ngos) - Representatives of the EU institutions and civil society have raised concerns about recent attacks on the right to protest On 3 December 2020, the European Civic Forum, together with the Spanish associations Novact and Iridia, organised a policy debate with representatives of democratic civic organisations and protest movements from across Europe as well as EU
- [The European Civic Forum warns about rapid deterioration<br> of civic space and the rule of law in France](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/france-civic-space-and-rule-of-law) - French version below Paris, Brussels, 1st December 2020 The European Civic Forum welcomes the mass mobilisation of hundreds of thousands of people that took place on 28 and 29 November in 70 cities across France in defence of civil liberties. The demonstrations underline concern about legislative proposals currently under consideration by the French government and
- [Democracy International - Europe 2.0: Your future, your turn to design it!](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/democracy-international-europe-2-0-your-future-your-turn-to-design-it) - Tuesday is Jam Day! Within the framework of the project European Public Sphere (https://www.publicsphere.eu) Democracy International is currently hosting the online discussion series ‘Europe 2.0’ for Europeans under the age of 27. The Europe Jams are your open space to share ideas, visions and solutions for the future of Europe. We will send all ideas
- [Ökotárs Foundation - Step in the wrong direction: merging the Equal Treatment Authority under the Ombudsman’s Office](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/okotars-foundation-step-in-the-wrong-direction-merging-the-equal-treatment-authority-under-the-ombudsmans-office) - Merging the Equal Treatment Authority under the Ombudsman’s Office jeopardizes the assertion of the principle of equal treatment. While in the past the Authority has often acted in defence of vulnerable social groups, the current Ombudsman has not taken any steps in the case of compensating Rome children who suffered segregated education, did not speak
- [European House: European dimension in practice](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-european-dimension-in-practice) - Europa Platform Hungary, an open formation of non-governmental organisations and citizens in Hungary initiated and coordinated by European House Budapest was formed on Europe Day 2020. The Platform aims to contribute to the successful proceedings of the Conference on the Future of Europe initiative. On 28 October 2020 the Platform adopted a position in the
- [Stories From The Lockdown<br>Winners are out!](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/activizenship/stories-from-the-lockdown) - In May, we launched the call for nomination Stories from the lockdown aiming at discovering and collecting inspiring stories of activists, associations, movements or groups of citizens who are organising solidarity and civic contestation and making policy proposals to ensure rights are at the centre of the response amid the COVID-19 crisis in face of a restricted
- [Civic organisations to secure a historic victory!](https://civic-forum.eu/press/civic-organisations-to-secure-a-historic-victory) - The European Parliament and the German Presidency of the Council of the EU clinched a deal on Tuesday 10 November, sealing months-long talks. The agreement foresees a significant increase in the budget for the Justice, Rights and Values programme, raising from 0.8 to €1.6 billion for the 2021-2027 period. The European Civic Forum, together with
- [Open letter on the nominations of the EESC representatives for the period 2020-2025](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/open-letter-on-the-nominations-of-the-eesc-representatives-for-the-period-2020-2025) - Civil Society Europe together with the European Center for Non Profit Law, Fundația pentru Dezvoltarea Societății Civile (FDSC), Stefan Batory Foundation and Solidarna wrote to the German Presidency of the EU and the European Commission as follow up of our previous letter from 17 July on issues regarding the nomination process of EESC members representing civil society organisations
- [Youth Attitudes on Politics and Democracy in Poland](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/youth-attitudes-on-politics-and-democracy-in-poland) - A results of the new study "Youth in Central Europe 2020: Poland" conducted by Institute of Public Affairs (IPA, Poland) in cooperation with the National Democratic Institute (NDI) in July 2020 are available online. This research covers the topic of young people (16-29) opinion on the state of democratic governance, the priorities influencing their voting
- [European House Budapest position paper on EU citizenship](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/european-house-budapest-position-paper-on-eu-citizenship) - The European Commission launched a public consultation as part of the preparatory process leading to the release of the next edition of the EU Citizenship Report due to be published in the coming months. The European House responded to the invitation and prepared a position paper which covers the main areas raised by the Commission such as the right
- [The democratic opposition in Belarus laureated of the 2020 Sakharov Prize](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-democratic-opposition-in-belarus-laureated-of-the-2020-sakharov-prize) - The President of the European Parliament has just announced the Laureate of the 2020 Sakharov Prize: the democratic opposition in Belarus, represented by the Coordination Council. The Coordination Council is an initiative of brave women - Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Svetlana Alexievich, Maryia Kalesnikava, Volha Kavalkova and Veranika Tsapkala, and political and civil society figures Siarhei Tsikhanouski,
- [The Atony Of The Governments And The Voice Of The European Parliament](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-atony-of-the-governments-and-the-voice-of-the-european-parliament) - The debate on the future of Europe has been the prey of the suspended time due to the COVID-19. Nobody knows when and if the Conference proposed by Emmanuel Macron in March 2019 will really start and even more nobody knows its outcome. The governments have conceived the insane idea that the Conference should study
- [“This is war”: European solidarity with Polish women](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/this-is-war-european-solidarity-with-polish-women) - Since 2016, the Polish Government tried to tighten the legislation on abortion, among the strictest in Europe. Since 2016, it found the opposition of masses of women and men mobilising in the streets across Poland under the slogan “Polish Women’ Strike”. After failing times and times again to pass the restrictions in the Parliament due
- [The home straight: an EU mechanism for defending the rule of law](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/the-home-straight-an-eu-mechanism-for-defending-the-rule-of-law) - Read the commentary on the current decisive stage of discussion about new mechanisms for defending the rule of law in the European Union by Piotr Buras, the head of the Warsaw office of the European Council on Foreign Relations and Szymon Ananicz, a senior expert at ideaForum at the Stefan Batory Foundation. The discussion about
- [First e-learning platform to learn the basics of CSO management](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/first-e-learning-platform-to-learn-the-basics-of-cso-management) - In cooperation with The Wheel (Ireland), The Civic Alliance – Latvia (Latvia) Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (UK), An Cosán (Ireland), the Sivis Study Centre (Finland) and Development Cooperation Roundtable - AKÜ (Estonia) project partners, has created the first e-learning platform “SCOPE”, where it is possible to learn the basics of civil society organisation (CSO)
- [First EU Rule of Law Report Recognises Civic Actors As Crucial Safeguards](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/first-eu-rule-of-law-report-recognises-civic-actors-as-crucial-safeguards) - Now it is time to take concrete steps for regular, structured and transparent civic dialogue Last Wednesday, the European Commission (EC) presented its first report on the rule of law situation in the European Union. This report is complemented with 27 country chapters that analyse the specifics for each member state. The European Civic Forum
- [ECF contribution to the Rule of Law consultation](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/public-consultation/ecf-contribution-to-the-rule-of-law-consultation) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The European Commission opened a stakeholder consultation to feed into the Annual Rule of Law Report. The European Civic Forum took this opportunity to highlight why the deterioration of the rule of law in Member States is also a question that relates to the European policy making. In the European Union, Rule of law
- [<center>Civil Society Europe<br>Response to the European Commission Annual Rule of Law Report Stakeholders consultation</center>](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/civil-society-europeresponse-to-the-european-commission-annual-rule-of-law-report-stakeholders-consultation) - This contribution has been prepared by the working group on Civic Space of Civil Society Europe which is composed of CSE members, the European Foundation Centre as a partner organisation and several organisations working in the area of civic freedoms. We would like to thank in particular the following organisations for their contribution: Civil Liberties
- [<center>ECF answer to the consultation <br>on the European Democracy Action Plan</center>](https://civic-forum.eu/position/ecf-answer-to-edap) - European Civic Forum contribution to the European Commission Consultation on its Roadmap for a European Democracy Action Plan Declining trust in democracy is a well-documented and worrying trend all over the world and Europe is no exception. In order to address the multifold expressions of disaffection about democracy, a good diagnosis of the causes must
- [<center>We stand in solidarity with people in Belarus<br>in their fight for dignity and freedom</center>](https://civic-forum.eu/statement/we-stand-in-solidarity-with-people-in-belarusin-their-fight-for-dignity-and-freedom) - Since the 9th of August, after rigged presidential elections, hundreds of thousands of Belarussians took to the streets to manifest peacefully their disapproval to oppressive authorities that violate people’s civic and economic rights and freedoms. Their fight for dignity and spirit of freedom has met with violent answer by the enforcement forces. Independent human rights
- [The European Civic Forum welcomes 6 new member organisations in its network](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/membership-new) - Following the General Assembly held online on 30 June, the European Civic Forum has officially 6 new member organisations, which now amount to more than 90. The members were invited to vote on 6 applicants, namely: Ökotárs Foundation, or Hungarian Environmental Partnership Association. The foundation exists for almost 30 years, it works on general issues,
- [European citizens deserve more and better from the EU budget under discussion](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/european-citizens-deserve-more-and-better-from-the-eu-budget-under-discussion) - Download in PDF | French version accessible hereAs stated by civil society actors and the European Parliament, the Council decisions about the EU multiannual budget are not acceptable. Mobilisation and institutional discussions have to redress its shortcomings and ill-directions.In the aftermath of the Council meeting, many Head of States reported on the outcomes with wishful when
- [Nominations of EESC members: Polish authorities are using the Trojan Horse method](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/eesc-members-nomination-poland) - The European Civic Forum condemns the retaliation of the Polish government against the re-election of Karolina Dreszer-Smalec, representing the National Federation of Polish NGOs (OFOP), for another term as member of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) On 30 June 2020, the European Civic Forum held its General Assembly. The members unanimously condemned the
- [CSOs Open Letter to European and national leaders](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/letter-to-eu-and-national-leaders) - Text available in PDF here | Letter in Italian | Letter in FrenchUPDATE: on July 6, the European Civic Forum sent a follow-up letter to Mrs. Von der Leyen, Mr. Michel and Mr. Sassoli. You can read it here. FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS: PUT OUR MONEY WHERE OUR MOUTH IS Dear President of the European Commission, Ursula
- [Ending SLAPPs: strategic lawsuits against public participation](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/ending-slapps-strategic-lawsuits-against-public-participation) - Together with over a 100 NGOs, ECF has published a policy paper on how the EU should end gag lawsuits, also known as SLAPPs. Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) are lawsuits brought forward by powerful actors (e.g. companies, public officials in their private capacity, high profile persons) to harass and silence those speaking out
- [EU budget: value for money and money for values?](https://civic-forum.eu/position/eu-budget-value-for-money-and-money-for-values) - On 27 May, the European Commission presented a budget for the next seven years, including exceptional funding of 750 billion euros for a European response to the crisis resulting from Covid 19. This budget tells much of the lessons that the European Commission is learning from the crisis. Essentially, it sees it as a time
- [Discussion on the 10 lessons: “Too many citizens felt in their flesh the need to come up with a new societal model”](https://civic-forum.eu/ecf-events/10-lessons-discussion) - On 9th of May 45 organisations and thousands of citizens across Europe called for online and offline events on a day-long kick off, all across Europe. The ECF held a discussion on the Future and the consequences of the Coronavirus-related crisis. The programme included artistic performances, political debates, interactive conversations and readings to be broadcasted through
- [How citizens & NGOs organised solidarity amid Covid-19](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/solidarity-video) - The unprecendented crisis that hit the whole world in the last months revealed how much solidarity means to us. The upheaval of our way of life, in our consumption patterns also urged many of us to re-think them. Throughout these months, the ECF and many other organisations contributed to mapping as many existing solidarity initiatives
- [Open Letter to Ms Von der Leyen, Ms Jourova and Mr Reynders: CSOs must be able to act in response to social emergencies](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/national-platforms-call-eu-commission) - The present statement is an initiative taken by national platforms of civil society organisations during a working group meeting hosted by the European Civic Forum (ECF).
- [Citizens Take Over Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/citizens-take-over-europe) - CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS KICK OFF A CITIZENS’ CONFERENCE ON THE FUTURE OF EUROPE 27 April 2020 – This year’s Europe Day, the 9th of May, is marked by the 70th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, by the 75th anniversary of the end of World War 2 and by the terrible Covid-19 pandemia. At a turning point for Europe, civil
- [For a Europe that cares for all – during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/for-a-europe-that-cares-for-all) - #DEMOCRACY / #INCLUSION / #JUSTICE / #SOLIDARITY / #SUSTAINABILITY The COVID-19 pandemic is demonstrating all too well that unequal societies go hand-in-hand with human suffering, fragile economies and delicate democracies. Solidarity must be the bedrock of Europe’s response to this crisis: to fighting the pandemic and protecting all people, to managing the social and economic
- [At a distance, united as never before](https://civic-forum.eu/press/at-a-distance-united-as-never-before) - Version française ci-dessousDear members, We are all living an unexpected and astonishing situation The whole planet faces the same emergency, and Europe has become, after China, the centre of the Covid-19 dissemination. All institutions, governments, communities, all of us are asked to act responsibly as individuals and as a community. We have to change our
- [HUNDREDS OF CIVIC ORGANISATIONS FROM ACROSS EUROPE URGE EU LEADERS TO PUT CIVIC SPACE AND CIVIL DIALOGUE HIGH ON THE EU AGENDA!](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/hundreds-of-civic-organisations-from-across-europe-urge-eu-leaders-to-put-civic-space-and-civil-dialogue-high-on-the-eu-agenda) - Brussels, 19th September 2019 While the European Parliament committees are preparing their questions for the hearings of Commissioner-designates starting on 30th September, about 200 civil society organisations from across Europe co-sign an open letter to MEPs drawing their attention on the missing elements in President-elect Von der Leyen’s mission letters and portfolios. As pointed out in
- [Follow live the COE seminar on the World NGO day](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/follow-live-the-coe-seminar-on-the-world-ngo-day) - The Conference of INGOs is celebrating World NGO Day with the holding of a seminar in Brussels on 28 February entitled “From the Past to the Future : A Living Civic Space for a Living Democracy”. On this occasion, the Conference of INGOs invited ECF Director Alexandrina Najmowicz to speak at a panel on the
- [Launch of Active Citizens Fund – National programme in Poland](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/launch-of-active-citizens-fund-national-programme-in-poland) - By Stefan Batory Foundation A consortium of the Stefan Batory Foundation (leader), the “Shipyard” Centre for Social Innovation and Research Foundation and the Academia of Civic Organisations Foundation issues the first call for thematic projects in the Active Citizens Fund – National, financed from the EEA Financial Mechanism 2014-2021 (EEA Grants). The aim of the
- [Hungarian civil society in action – The „Have your say!” project | Public debate in the making in Hungary](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/hungarian-civil-society-in-action-the-have-your-say-project-public-debate-in-the-making-in-hungary) - More than 40 persons, representatives of civil society organisations and citizens gathered together in Budapest on 7 February to discuss how to participate and influence the upcoming Conference on the future of Europe, an initiative of the main EU institutions. The event was initiated and hosted by European House. The Communication from the Commission, the
- [A TALE OF CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, VICTORY AND PRIDE](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/a-tale-of-civic-engagement-victory-and-pride) - With #CivicPride, we ended a very intense year of campaigning all across Europe, a year full of actions advocating for a democracy that gives voice to everyone, leaves no one behind and makes Europe great for all! More than a thousand organisations and activists took the social networks between 5 and 10 December to express
- [EMPOWER CITIZENS FOR THE FUTURE OF EUROPE](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/empower-citizens-for-the-future-of-europe) - Find below a common text discussed by networks of NGOs in Milan on 13-14 December 2019. The text is addressed to EU institutions regarding the Conference on the Future of Europe. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Whereas it is undoubtedly necessary and urgent to have an aggiornamento of the EU for many reasons: the very long financial and subsequent
- [Commission's President introduces Article 11 to Jourova's mandate](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/commissions-president-introduces-article-11-to-jourovas-mandate) - Following a large mobilisation from civil society organisations and an intense advocacy campaign towards members of the European Parliament, president-elect Ursula von der Leyen reviewed the mission letter of Commissioner for Transparency and Values, Vera Jourova. The final mission letter, published on 1 December 2019 on the Commission's website, notably stipulates that Mrs. Jourova will
- ["Free courts, Free Poland" - Civic resistance for the independence of the judiciary](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/free-courts-free-poland-civic-resistance-for-the-independence-of-the-judiciary) - On Wednesday, 18 December, over 200 cities in Poland stood in civic protest for judiciary independence. The direct reason for protests, that were held outside courthouses across Poland and, in Warsaw, outside Polish parliament, is the bill dubbed “gag bill” that will implement harsh disciplinary measures against judges who will obey the European law and
- [European Civic Forum joins other organisations from all across Europe to condemn the attack against the Bulgarian Helsinki Committee](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/european-civic-forum-joins-other-organisations-from-all-across-europe-to-condemn-the-attack-against-the-bulgarian-helsinki-committee) - On September 30, 2019, in Bulgaria the nationalist party IMRO-BNM has sent a signal to the Prosecutor General to cease the activity of the human rights organization – Bulgarian Helsinki Committee.This was an unprecedented move aimed at putting pressure on civil society organisations working for fundamental rights.The Prime Minister said that his government does not
- [OPEN LETTER TO THE MEMBERS OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/open-letter/open-letter-meps) - Download the letter See the amended mission letter for Mrs. Jourova See the amended mission letter for Mrs. Suica In an open letter, signed by almost 200 organisations, CSOs are calling upon MEPs to increase demands from the college of Commissioners and include civic space and civil dialogue in the mission letters of Commissioners-designate Šuica
- [Actions speak louder than words, what values will the new European Commission President really uphold?](https://civic-forum.eu/publications/op-ed/csos-joint-op-ed) - This joint article by the organisations listed below was first published in EurActiv.
- [Call for signatures to increase the budget of the Rights and Values programme](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/call-for-signatures-to-increase-the-budget-of-the-rights-and-values-programme) - Stefan Batory Foundation calls for a re-engagement in the advocacy campaign for the European Union and for the European Union. on local, national and transnational levels. With the new EP and new Commission and the future discussion in the European Council on the 7-year EU budget for funding procedures to answer challenges we are facing
- [SUCCESS STORIES OF RESISTANCE: WINNERS ARE OUT!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/success-stories-of-resistance-winners-are-out) - In May, we launched thethe call for nomination Success stories of resistance aiming at discovering and collecting inspiring struggles of activists, organisations, associations, collectives of people fighting for fundamental rights (equality, inclusion, dignity, sustainability and justice) against growing political apathy, consumerism, exclusion and individualisation in Europe. Choosing only 6 stories out of such diverse, important and moving
- [UPDATE - CSOs call upon EPP to review its candidate for Vice-Chair of LIBE Committee](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/csos-call-upon-epp-to-review-its-candidate-for-vice-chair-of-libe-committee) - CSOs are invited to join the call to EPP to review its candidate for LIBE committee's Vice-Chairmanship.
- [European Civic Forum addresses an open letter to MEPs](https://civic-forum.eu/position/european-civic-forum-addresses-an-open-letter-to-meps) - European Civic Forum open letter to the Members of the European Parliament The European Strategic Programme is far from an answer to the societal challenges A “MAKE EUROPE GREAT FOR ALL” PERSPECTIVE IS URGENTLY NEEDED! We are addressing you today to share our deep concern about the state of the European project and the response
- [Call for nomination: Success Stories of Resistance](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/call-for-nomination-success-stories-of-resistance) - We are looking for victorious stories of activists, associations, movements or groups of citizens who fight for fundamental rights and justice for all, while also resisting attempts to deny their rights to associate, protest, speak out and act.
- [Activizenship #3 is now out !](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/activizenship-3-is-now-out) - The European Civic Forum invited around 60 participants on 11 February, to officially present the newest issue of Activizenship, after nearly one year of evidence-based research and analysis of the situation of democracy in Europe. Since 2014, the magazine aim is to explore the potential of forms of civic, social and political activism to contribute to
- [The ECF publishes its newest advocacy paper for CSOs](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/ecf-new-advocacy-paper) - In a Europe, where we are increasingly witnessing barriers to access fundamental rights and civic actors are being stigmatised, oppressed or even criminalised. On 10 December 2018, as the world celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, hundreds of civil society organisations (CSOs) and movements mobilise across European countries. They share
- [Call for EU action to safeguard Democracy and fundamental rights](https://civic-forum.eu/press/call-for-eu-action-to-safeguard-democracy-and-fundamental-rights-2) - We stand with the people of Poland who marched this week-end in defence of democracy and European values. We are concerned that adopted and proposed legislation of the Polish government undermines fundamental rights and freedoms. This includes: limitations to the independence of the judiciary undermining the system of checks and balances and violation of the constitution, restrictions on the
- [Le président du FCE à la Chancellerie du Prix du citoyen européen](https://civic-forum.eu/press/le-president-du-fce-a-la-chancellerie-du-prix-du-citoyen-europeen) - Le Bureau du Parlement européen dans sa réunion du 13 mars 2017 a arrêté la composition de la nouvelle chancellerie du prix du citoyen européen. Créé en 2008, le Prix du citoyen européen a pour vocation de récompenser chaque année des citoyens, groupes, associations ou organisations pour leurs réalisations exceptionnelles et/ou leur engagement remarquable dans
- [Report on NGOs and foreign funding raises fears in Italy](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/report-on-ngos-and-foreign-funding-raises-fears-in-italy) - On 21 February, the Italian Think tank Centro Studi Politici e Strategici Machiavelli presented to the press room of the Chamber of Deputies a report called “NGOs and transparency – Comparative legislative evolution and controversy”. The research centre is known to have developed some of the policy positions brought forward by the League, one of the two
- [European Citizenship Awards: It's your time to play! Online votes are open](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/18) - https://civic-forum.eu/english/european-citizenship-awards-its-your-time-to-play-online-votes-are-openAfter an intense debate and more than 30 applications received, the jury members of the European Citizenship Awards selected four nominees in each of the three categories. The European Citizenship Awards 2018 is a joint initiative between the European Civic Forum and Volonteurope, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the
- [The European Citizenship Awards are back!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/the-european-citizenship-awards-are-back) - The European Citizenship Awards 2018 is a joint initiative between the European Civic Forum and Volonteurope, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the cohesion of communities across Europe. The Awards celebrate the democratic and civic engagement of individuals, organisations, citizens’ groups and social enterprises. They
- [CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANISATIONS REQUEST WITHDRAWAL OF THE DRAFT LAW ON AMENDMENTS ON THE LAW ON SOCIAL PROTECTION](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/csos-law-social-protection-serbia) - A group of civil society organisations is contesting the Draft Law on amendments on the Law on social protection in Serbia, after a non-transparent process of consultation by the Serbian government and several paragraphs that could undermine the rights of workers and the social welfare system in the country. The ECF, through its member organisation
- [](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/3891) - Who we are? The European Civic Forum (ECF) is a transnational network that brings together over 100 associations and NGOs across 27 countries in Europe and is actively working to promote civic and popular ownership of Europe, to foster citizens’ participation and the emergence of a European public space where the role and influence of
- [We are looking for our Campaign officer](https://civic-forum.eu/staff/we-are-looking-for-our-campaign-officer) - Who we are? The European Civic Forum (ECF) is a transnational network that brings together over 100 associations and NGOs across 27 countries in Europe and is actively working to promote civic and popular ownership of Europe, to foster citizens’ participation and the emergence of a European public space where the role and influence of
- [New Europeans nominated for the Europe Award](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/new-europeans-nominated-for-the-europe-award) - Great news: New Europeans is in the running for the prestigious Europe Award 2019! Now it’s up to the young Europeans to vote for the winner. If you’re 35 years old or younger, then your vote is needed -- and we need it today! This nomination couldn’t come at a better time. The #GreenCard4Europe campaign
- [Civic space shrinking in 2017 shows Civil Society Europe's report](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/civic-space-report-2017) - Last Friday, 22 June, Carlotta Besozzi, coordinator of Civil Society Europe, was invited at a side event of the Human Rights Council of the United Nations. She took the opportunity to present the report on Civic Space for Europe in 2017, invited by CIVICUS. Trust in open civic space, but deteriorating in some countries
- [10 associations rejoignent le Forum Civique Européen](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/10-associations-rejoignent-le-forum-civique-europeen) - Suite à l'assemblée générale qui s'est tenue à Sofia le 31 mai dernier, ce sont pas moins de 10 nouvelles organisations qui ont décidé de rejoindre le Forum Civique Européen cette année. Leur adhésion représente un message fort pour la société civile en Europe, alors que les mouvements d'extrême-droite xénophobes refont leur apparition dans à
- [Sofia, here we come! European Civic Days - 29-31 May 2018](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/sofia-here-we-come-european-civic-days-29-31-may-2018) - BUILDING ON THE SUCCESS and carrying forward the legacy of civil society forums in countries holding the EU Presidencies over the last ten years, the European Civic Forum joins forces with the Citizen Participation Forum, the BlueLink Foundation and the European Citizen Action Service to organize a European conference “Citizenship – Participation –Policies: Building Europe
- [Mark Zuckerberg continue sa tournée des excuses, sans résponse concrète et rassurante](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/3776) - Le patron de Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, s'est présenté hier devant le Parlement Européen pour répondre à des questions, ce qu'il a fait avec parcimonie. Hier, mardi 22 mai, Mark Zuckerberg a été invité à témoigner devant le Parlement européen, après un imbroglio et une annonce initiale que l'audition se déroulerait à huis clos et sans
- [Mark Zuckerberg continues Apologies Tour, though nothing on data protection](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/mark-zuckerberg-continues-apologies-tour-though-nothing-on-data-protection) - Yesterday, May 22, Mark Zuckerberg was invited to testify in front of the European Parliament, after a livestreaming-or-not drama which followed the announcement by the EP secretariat that the audition would take place behind closed doors and with no cameras in the room... ironic when the main topic was personal online privacy ! One could
- [European Ombudsman severly criticises the lack of transparency within the Council](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/european-ombudsman-severly-criticises-the-lack-of-transparency-within-the-council) - Following her inquiry into the transparency of legislative discussions in the preparatory bodies of the Council of the EU (the ‘Council’), the Ombudsman, Emily O’Reilly, has issued a special report to the European Parliament to seek its support on the matter. She notably pointed out that the Council, the body representing the Member States at
- [Du 30 avril au 8 juillet, ils marcheront pour les réfugiés!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/du-30-avril-au-8-juillet-ils-marcheront-pour-les-refugies) - Une initiative sans précédent a démarré le lundi 30 avril en France. Motivés à l’idée de rassembler les citoyens à travers la France et sensibiliser sur la situation des migrants arrivant en France, mais aussi pour mettre en avant ces activistes qui donnent un sens au terme solidarité, les responsables de l’Auberge des Migrants et
- [From 30 April to 8 July – they will march for migrants !](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/3753) - An unprecedented initiative will kick-off in France on Monday, 30 April. Willing to gather together citizens and raise awareness about the situation of migrants coming to France, but also about the activists that give real substance to solidarity, l’Auberge des Migrants and Roya Citoyenne decided to organise a migrants’ march that will rock France from
- [Will Belgrade be the next participatory city? - Interview with       Ne Da(vi)mo Beograd](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/will-belgrade-be-the-next-participatory-city-interview-with-dont-let-belgrade-drown-initiative) - After four years of local struggles and fights against the massive privatisation of public spaces, the citizens’ initiative Ne Da(vi)mo Beograd (Do not let Belgrade D(r)own) is now running for Belgrade local elections, which will be held on Sunday 4 March 2018. The grassroots' movement which organised the biggest protests since the fall of Milosevic
- [2005-2015: ten years of fight for democracy and civil dialogue](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/2005-2015-ten-years-of-fight-for-democracy-and-civil-dialogue) - In 2005, several NGOs' representative from across Europe started reflecting upon the widening gap between European institutions and the citizens they were supposed to serve and represent, following French and Dutch NOs to the referendum on a new European Treaty. Ten years later, we wanted to look back at the past achievements and explore the
- [Interview: Baobab Experience to fill an institutional void in the Italian capital](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/interview-baobab-experience-to-fill-an-institutional-void-in-the-italian-capital) - We interviewed Valerio Bevacqua for the group of volunteers Baobab Experience in Rome. Rome is the only European capital without a hub for migrants, and the actions of these citizens have prevented more than 60.000 migrants in three years to be left alone on the street. Nevertheless, the administration in Rome still does not recognise them
- [Public consultation on EU funds in the area of values and mobility](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/public-consultation-on-eu-funds-in-the-area-of-values-and-mobility) - To prepare the post-2020 Multiannual Financial Framework, the Commission has launched an open public consultation on EU funds in the area of values and mobility. The questionnaire related to the consultation can be found by clicking on the following link: https://ec.europa.eu/info/consultations/public-consultation-eu-funds-area-values-and-mobility_en. All citizens and organisations are welcome to respond to this consultation. In 2018, the
- [Civil Society Europe et CIVICUS lancent la 2ème enquête sur l'espace civique en Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/civil-society-europe-et-civicus-lancent-la-2eme-enquete-sur-lespace-civique-en-europe) - Bienvenue à la deuxième édition de l’enquête sur l’Espace Civique en Europe. Civil Society Europe et CIVICUS : l’Alliance Mondiale pour la Participation Citoyenne font équipe pour identifier les principales tendances dans l’espace civique. Notre enquête couvre l'Union européenne, l'EspaceEconomique Européen (Islande, Liechtenstein et Norvège), la Suisse et les pays candidats à l'adhésion (Albanie, Bosnie
- [Following the LIBE hearing on Hungary today](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/following-the-libe-hearing-on-hungary-today) - Today, the LIBE Committee of the European parliament organised a public hearing on the situation of fundamental rights and the Rule of Law in Hungary. Sitting in the panel with Judith SARGENTINI and Claude MORAES were also Marta PARDAVI from the Hungarian Helsinki Committee, Gábor POLYÁK from Mertek Media Monitor, Miklós SZÁNTHÓ (Centre for Fundamental
- [Romania: Bucharest mayor bans public protests on city's main square](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/romania-bucharest-mayor-bans-public-protests-on-citys-main-square) - The Bucharest Mayor’s Office, led by one of the most popular political figures of the governing Social Democratic Party, is taking actions deterring civic protests in front of the Governmental building. Just yesterday, November 28th, The Bucharest local authorities announced they shall organize, for the first time in Romania’s post-communist history, a second Christmas fair.
- [Polish Women’s Strike – information on the 11.11.2017 events in Warsaw and Wrocław](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/polish-womens-strike-information-on-the-11-11-2017-events-in-warsaw-and-wroclaw) - Neo-nazi Day in Poland: 3 women injured, 9 mauled, spat on and verbally abused in Warsaw by neonazis, 1 injured and 3 mauled in Wrocław, 45 people detained as a “prevention” measure. As Polish government encourages and enables neo-nazi and neo-fascist movements, Polish local authorities allow neo-nazis and neo-fascist marches in Polish cities and police
- [Voluntary Services in France, Challenges and Tendencies](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/volunteering/voluntary-services-in-france-challenges-and-tendencies) - This interview, done by Bundesnetzwerk Bürgerschaftliches Engagement (BBE) with David Lopez, was initially published on BBE's newsletter.David Lopez is the head ofthe International and European Relations in La Ligue de l'Enseignement, an organisation created in 1886 in France and one of the founding members of the European Civic Forum. BBE is a nationwide network linking
- [PRIX EUROPEEN DE LA CITOYENNETE 2017: DECOUVREZ LES LAUREATS](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/prix-europeen-de-la-citoyennete-2017-decouvrez-les-laureats) - Organised jointly by the European Civic Forum and Volonteurope, the European Citizenship Awards 2017 promote and give visibility to outstanding and inspiring initiatives and individuals who have put European democratic citizenship into practice, and in so doing have had a positive impact on their communities. This year, the European Citizenship Awards aimed at rewarding initiatives which contribute to
- [European Citizenship Awards: CHECK OUT THE LAUREATES OF THE 2017 EDITION](https://civic-forum.eu/press/check-out-the-laureates-of-the-2017-edition) - Organised jointly by the European Civic Forum and Volonteurope, the European Citizenship Awards 2017 promote and give visibility to outstanding and inspiring initiatives and individuals who have put European democratic citizenship into practice, and in so doing have had a positive impact on their communities. This year, the European Citizenship Awards aimed at rewarding initiatives
- [The ECF is recruiting: 6 month internship in our Brussels office!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/the-ecf-is-recruiting-6-month-internship-in-our-brussels-office) - You have recently completed your studies and want to have a first professional experience in Brussels? Join our team and get the opportunity to know more about civil society organisations and the European affairs. Who are we ? The European Civic Forum (ECF) is a transnational network that brings together over 100 associations and NGOs
- [Blame it on the NGOs!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/blame-it-on-the-ngos) - Source: ECF monthly newsletter So here we are again! Two weeks ago, in the EP plenary in Strasbourg, in a vote to the report on Transparency, Accountability and Integrity in EU institutions, a strong majority of MEPs rejected some last minute amendments aimed at restricting civic freedoms and participation of civil society organisations to express
- [SOTEU: statement by the European Civic Forum](https://civic-forum.eu/press/soteu-statement-by-the-european-civic-forum) - On Wednesday 13 September, European Commission president Juncker announced what will be the course of Europe until late 2018, in front of the European Parliament. The European Civic Forum paid a special attention to his speech and wanted to contribute to the debates around the Future of Europe with its statement following Mr. Juncker's speech.
- [#IStandWithNGOs: how did civil society react to Hungary's law on NGOs](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/istandwithngos-how-did-civil-society-react-to-hungarys-law-on-ngos) - On 13 June 2017, the Hungarian Parliament adopted a new law on "Transparency of Organisations supported from abroad". Behind these words stands a strong control of the government over civil society organisations, working especially on human rights and Rule of Law. As explained by the European Center for Not-for-Profit Law in a briefing paper on
- [European Civic Days: Civil Society Perspectives for a Positive Narrative](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/european-civic-days-civil-society-perspectives-for-a-positive-narrative) - The European Civic Days this year brought us to Belgrade, spotting positive examples of civic mobilisations from Central and Eastern Europe and the Balkans, illustrating the values we share, tapping into their potential for developing counter narratives in a regional context where people are particularly confronted with a deep disillusionment with the transitional promise of
- [Survey on the future evolution of organised civil society in the EU](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/survey-on-the-future-evolution-of-organised-civil-society-in-the-eu) - The role of civil society organisations has evolved significantly and will continue to change in the future. Their capacity to contribute to political and societal development will depend on a variety of factors, including funding, technological development and the increasing role of social media. This survey seeks to analyse the main challenges for CSOs at
- [Foundation Stefan Batory joins the European Civic Forum!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/foundation-stefan-batory-joins-the-european-civic-forum) - The annual General Assembly held last month in Belgrade, Serbia, saw ECF members discussing new applications for membership. The European Civic Forum is happy to welcome the Polish Foundation Stefan Batory, who will no doubt bring in their energy and expertise in advocating for open and democratic societies. Thus, the core mission of the Batory Foundation
- [Foundation Stefan Batory joins the European Civic Forum!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/foundation-stefan-batory-joins-the-european-civic-forum) - The annual General Assembly held last month in Belgrade, Serbia, saw ECF members discussing new applications for membership. The European Civic Forum is happy to welcome the Polish Foundation Stefan Batory, who will no doubt bring in their energy and expertise in advocating for open and democratic societies. Thus, the core mission of the Batory Foundation
- [More than 250 NGOs call for another vision of the Future of Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/more-than-250-ngos-call-for-another-vision-of-the-future-of-europe) - More than 250 non-government organisations from across Europe have today released an alternative vision for a more democratic, just and sustainable Europe. Intended to influence the debate on the future direction of Europe, this alternative vision is endorsed by organisations representing a multitude of public interest issues, including democracy, labour rights, culture, development, environment, health, women's
- [Civil Society Europe and CIVICUS re-launch their survey on Civic Space: your voice counts!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/civil-society-europe-and-civicus-re-launch-their-survey-on-civic-space-your-voice-counts) - Civil Society Europe and CIVICUS have re-launched their annual survey to map out key trends on civic space in Europe over the last year. Our survey covers the European Union, the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), Switzerland, and the countries candidate to EU accession (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, FYR Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, Turkey). According to
- [Civil society development in Poland on the crossroads of political game](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/civil-society-development-in-poland-on-the-crossroads-of-political-game) - Filip Pazderski, Policy Analyst of the Democracy and Civil Society Programme in the Institute of Public Affairs (PL) and representing his organisation in the Board of the European Civic Forum, gave an interview to Visegrad Insight, an opinion journal led by accomplished editors from the Visegrad Group countries. In his interview Filip notably explains the controversial move of
- [Nantes Creative Generation: call for application - Forum 2017](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/nantes-creative-generation-call-for-application-forum-2017) - The Forum, which takes place every year in the autumn, aims to bring together young people to present their innovative and inspirational projects linked to citizenship. The 2017 Forum will take place in Nantes on 25-28 October. Everywhere in Europe, from Amsterdam to Séville, from Warsaw to Nantes, the youth engage and innovate in order to
- [Nantes Creative Generations: Appel à candidature au Forum 2017](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/nantes-creative-generations-appel-a-candidature-au-forum-2017) - Vous avez entre 18 et 30 ans et vous voulez prendre part à 4 jours d’échanges, d’ateliers, de moments festifs et culturels avec plus de 60 participants venus des 4 coins de l’Europe ? Présentez votre projet en vous inscrivant via le formulaire en ligne disponible ci-dessous avant le 1er juin 2017. Le Forum NCG 2017 aura
- [European Citizenship Awards: this year’s laureates are...](https://civic-forum.eu/press/european-citizenship-awards-this-years-laureates-are) - Organised jointly by Volonteurope and the European Civic Forum The European Citizenship Awards 2017 promote and give visibility to outstanding and inspiring initiatives and individuals who have put European democratic citizenship into practice, and in so doing have had a positive impact on their communities. This year, the European Citizenship Awards aimed at rewarding initiatives which contribute
- [Fundamental rights in Hungary: debate in EP plenary](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/watch-live-the-ep-plenary-on-hungary-and-fundamental-rights) - On Wednesday from 15.00, MEPs will discuss the fundamental rights situation in Hungary with Commission First Vice-President Frans Timmermans and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Political group leaders and MEPs will take the floor to give their views on a new law, perceived as targeting the Central European University, media pluralism, the independence of the judiciary
- [Plénière du Parlement Européen sur la situation en Hongrie](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/watch-live-the-ep-plenary-on-hungary-and-fundamental-rights) - Ce mercredi à 15h, les députés européens débattront de la situation des droits fondamentaux en Hongries, en présence du Vice-Président de la Commission Européenne, Frans Timmermans et du Premier Ministre hongrois Viktor Orbán. Les chefs de file des groupes politiques et les députés prendront la parole pour apporter leur vision sur une nouvelle loi, perçue
- [European Citizenship Awards: online votes are now open](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/european-citizenship-awards-online-votes-are-now-open) - The European Citizenship Awards 2016 are a joint initiative between Volonteurope and the European Civic Forum, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the cohesion of communities across Europe. The Awards celebrate the democratic and civic engagement of individuals, organisations, citizens’ groups, media platforms and social enterprises, recognising innovative
- [European Citizenship Awards: online votes are now open](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/european-citizenship-awards-online-votes-are-now-open) - The European Citizenship Awards 2016 are a joint initiative between Volonteurope and the European Civic Forum, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the cohesion of communities across Europe. The Awards celebrate the democratic and civic engagement of individuals, organisations, citizens’ groups, media platforms and social enterprises, recognising innovative
- [Europe for Citizens mid-term review: European Civic Forum contribution](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/europe-for-citizens-mid-term-review-european-civic-forum-contribution) - The European Commission invited beneficiaries and applicants to complete an online survey aimed at collecting views and opinions on the results and impacts of activities and projects co-financed by the Europe for Citizens programme between 2014 and 2016 and to assess their relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, coherence and EU added value. This public consultation is part
- [2017 survey about Civic Space in Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/2017-survey-about-civic-space-in-europe) - Civil Society Europe and CIVICUS have re-launched their annual survey to map out key trends on civic space in Europe over the last year. This survey covers the European Union, the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), Switzerland, and the countries candidate to EU accession (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, FYR Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, Turkey).
- [2017 survey about Civic Space in Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/2017-survey-about-civic-space-in-europe) - Civil Society Europe and CIVICUS have re-launched their annual survey to map out key trends on civic space in Europe over the last year. This survey covers the European Union, the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), Switzerland, and the countries candidate to EU accession (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, FYR Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, Turkey).
- [ECF president nominated in the European Citizen's Prize Chancellery](https://civic-forum.eu/press/ecf-president-nominated-in-the-european-citizens-prize-chancellery) - The Bureau of European Parliament unveiled the composition of the new European citizen’s prize Chancellery, in a meeting on 13 March 2017. Since 2008 the Parliament awards the European Citizen’s Prize every year to projects and initiatives that facilitate cross-border cooperation or promote mutual understanding within the EU. The prize, which has symbolic value, is
- [Prix européen de la citoyenneté 2017 - appel à candidatures](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/prix-europeen-de-la-citoyennete-2017-appel-a-candidatures) - Le Prix Européen de la Citoyenneté 2017 est le fruit d’une initiative conjointe entre le Forum Civique Européen et Volonteurope, deux réseaux européens qui ont pour objectif de promouvoir la citoyenneté active et de faire reconnaître l’importance de la justice sociale dans la cohésion des communautés à travers l’Europe. Le prix récompense l’engagement démocratique et
- [European Citizenship Awards 2017 – Call for Nominations](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/european-citizenship-awards-2017-call-for-nominations) - The European Citizenship Awards 2017 are a joint initiative between the European Civic Forum and Volonteurope, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the cohesion of communities across Europe. The Awards celebrate the democratic and civic engagement of individuals, organisations, citizens’ groups, media platforms and social
- [Our Europe: Unity Democracy Solidarity](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/our-europe-unity-democracy-solidarity) - We are coming together to mark the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome in the full knowledge that we must change Europe, to stop it from falling apart, to avoid a social and environmental catastrophe and to keep authoritarianism at bay. Our common heritage, built on victories and progress in the area of
- [NOTRE EUROPE UNIE, DEMOCRATIQUE, SOLIDAIRE](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/notre-europe-unie-democratique-solidaire) - À l’occasion du soixantième anniversaire de la signature du Traité de Rome, nous nous réunissons, conscients qu’il faut changer l’Europe, pour la sauver de la désintégration, du désastre social et de la régression autoritaire. Notre patrimoine commun, fait d’avancés sur le terrain des droits et de la démocratie se décompose avec notre État providence, nos
- [Solidarity in action against right-winged extremism: activist and philanthropic innovations from Croatia](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/solidarity-in-action-against-right-winged-extremism-activist-and-philanthropic-innovations-from-croatia) - SOLIDARNA was set up in 2015 as a strategic initiative of 55 Croatian human rights activists and civil society organisations, as it became clear that sustainability of human rights protection, the rule of law and democratic standards in Croatia are not safeguarded by the country’s membership in the EU on its own merit. The founders
- [Une académie civique sur la démocratie en Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/une-academie-civique-sur-la-democratie-en-europe) - Les 8 et 9 octobre 2016 le monde associatif européen avec des experts du champ académique s’est retrouvé à La Rochelle en France pour discuter de la “Démocratie en Europe et des maillons manquants”. 200 militants de plateformes citoyennes, d’organisations dans le domaine de l’action sociale, des droits humains, de l’environnement ou des représentants du
- [A Civic Academy for Democracy in Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/a-civic-academy-for-democracy-in-europe) - European civil society representatives and academics met on 8-9 October 2016 in La Rochelle, France to discuss about “Democracy in Europe and the missing links”. Some 200 activists from citizens’ platforms and representatives from social, human rights, culture and environment organisations from all over Europe gathered together. They discussed complex questions raised by citizens’ disenchantment,
- [5 years of Okruzenje TV programme, winner of the 2016 European Citizenship Awards](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/5-years-of-okruzenje-tv-show-winner-of-the-2016-european-citizenship-awards) - The 5th anniversary of Okruženje took place in a room crowded with journalists and an unanimous appreciation of the sole regional TV programme: this is a project that must continue. Until now, Okruženje was realised with a great number of guests who could witness its development and shaping through these five years: from a modest rookie
- [Towards an EU Strategy to Promote Civic Space ?](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/towards-an-eu-strategy-to-promote-civic-space) - Original article from Civil Society Europe On 16th November, several members of the European Parliament working on civil liberties, human rights and development cooperation and representatives of European CSOs met for a breakfast exchange on shrinking civic space in Europe, at the initiative of Vice President Sylvie Guillaume and Civil Society Europe. The meeting started
- [Join us for the first European Civic Academy](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/european-civic-academy-8-9-october-in-la-rochelle) - The first European Civic Academy (8-9 October, la Rochelle, France) will look into the complex questions raised by citizens’ disenchantment, practice, and expectation with regard to democracy and in relation to the “democratic deficit” in Europe. The vote for Brexit is the latest illustration of the risk of the disintegration of the European project. For
- [Académie Civique Européenne - 8 et 9 octobre à la Rochelle](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/academie-civique-europeenne) - Cette première Académie Civique Européenne entend traiter des questions complexes que posent les frustrations, les pratiques et les aspirations des citoyens vis-à-vis de la démocratie, cela dans le cadre du « déficit démocratique » en Europe. Le vote en faveur du « Brexit » est la dernière illustration du risque de désintégration du projet européen.
- [2016 European Citizenship Awards - vote now!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/2016-european-citizenship-awards-vote-now) - The European Citizenship Awards 2016 are a joint initiative between Volonteurope and the European Civic Forum, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the cohesion of communities across Europe. The Awards celebrate the democratic and civic engagement of individuals, organisations, citizens’ groups, media platforms and social
- [The ECF is looking for an Communication and Advocacy Officer (Internship)](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/the-ecf-is-looking-for-an-communication-and-advocacy-officer-internship) - The ECF secretariat is composed of a small but dynamic and multi-task team, responsible for the implementation of the work programme and the day-to-day management of the network. We are currently seeking an intern to assist the secretariat team in the field of policy and advocacy development, working in close cooperation with the network member
- [What makes an active citizen?](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/what-makes-an-active-citizen) - What makes an active citizen? Is voting in elections enough? Or does it mean volunteering every week and only buying fair trade fruit? A cursory search reveals that there is no real agreement on what it means to be an active citizen. Volonteurope has teamed up with European Civic Forum to answer this question, but we need your help to
- [LES PROPOSITIONS D’ANIMAFAC POUR LA LOI ÉGALITÉ & CITOYENNETÉ](https://civic-forum.eu/position/les-propositions-danimafac-pour-la-loi-egalite-citoyennete) - Animafac, membre français du Forum Civique Européen, a tenu à contribuer à la proposition de loi Egalité & Citoyenneté, présentée en avril par le gouvernement français. Autour de 3 enjeux forts du texte que sont la création d'un statut national de responsable associatif-ve étudiant-e, le renforcement de la distinction entre Service civique et emploi et enfin
- [GONG: Croatian government's triple attack on autonomous Media, Civil Society and Culture](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/croatian-governments-triple-attack-on-autonomous-media-civil-society-and-culture) - ECF member GONG (based in Zagreb) closely follows the situation of government's attacks on civil society, the media and culture in the country. Below is their latest update. Since assuming office on January 22, 2016 the vice-president of the Croatian Government, Tomislav Karamarko, president of HDZ and the leader of the ruling coalition in Croatia, has
- [The 2016 edition of the European Citizenship Awards is officially launched!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/the-2016-edition-of-the-european-citizenship-awards-is-officially-launched) - The European Citizenship Awards 2016 are a joint initiative between Volonteurope and European Civic Forum, two European networks which promote active citizenship and recognition of the importance of social justice to the cohesion of communities across Europe. The Awards celebrate the democratic and civic engagement of individuals, organisations, citizens’ groups, media platforms and social enterprises,
- [Hearing Union Citizenship in Practice: Our common values, rights and democratic participation](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/hearing-union-citizenship-in-practice-our-common-values-rights-and-democratic-participation) - The ECF took part in the hearing on Union Citizenship in Practice: Our common values, rights and democratic participation organised by the European Commission and the European Parliament on 15 March 2016 in Brussels. The key objective of this hearing was to present the outcomes of the public consultation and recent flash Eurobarometer surveys, gather
- [Activizenship #2 is out !](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/activizenship-2-is-out) - The second issue of Activizenship has just been released ! In the continuity of the recent developments about fundamental rights and civic space in Europe, this second number focuses on the Hungarian case and the raise of the concept of Illiberal Democracy, "labelled" by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Activizenship magazine was launched as an attempt to
- [Activizenship #2 is out !](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/activizenship-2-est-sorti) - The second issue of Activizenship has just been released ! In the continuity of the recent developments about fundamental rights and civic space in Europe, this second number focuses on the Hungarian case and the raise of the concept of Illiberal Democracy, "labelled" by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Activizenship magazine was launched as an attempt to
- [A state of democracy: towards citizen rights protection in the EU](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/a-state-of-democracy-towards-citizen-rights-protection-in-the-eu) - In the past five years people across the EU have seen large scale attacks on social and cultural rights, discrimination, attacks and violence against minorities, mass surveillance and challenges to democratic rights. Of particular concern have been the on-going threats to democratic rights in Hungary, leading in 2013 to the Tavares report presented to the
- [Citizen Rights report](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/citizen-rights-report) - The Citizen Rights toolkit has been produced by the European Civic Forum and European Alternatives as part of the Citi-Rights project. The report addresses recommendations and inputs to European Institutions, aimed at better protecting rights enshrined in EU Treaties and including citizens in EU level decision making. The report can be found by clicking here.
- [Citizen Rights report](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/2841) - The Citizen Rights toolkit has been produced by the European Civic Forum and European Alternatives as part of the Citi-Rights project. The report addresses recommendations and inputs to European Institutions, aimed at better protecting rights enshrined in EU Treaties and including citizens in EU level decision making. The report can be found by clicking here.
- [Yves Sintomer : "La France peut évoluer vers un régime autoritaire"](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/yves-sintomer-la-france-peut-evoluer-vers-un-regime-autoritaire) - Le Forum Civique Européen, dans sa volonté de protéger et de défendre l'espace civique, a tenu à partager un article consacré à la dérive autoritaire rencontrée dans plusieurs pays européens, dans une interview donnée par le professeur de sciences politiques, Yves Sintomer. L'article original a été publié par le Nouvel Observateur le 13 février 2016. Selon
- [Understanding the situation in Poland](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/understanding-the-situation-in-poland)
- [Understanding the situation in Poland](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/understanding-the-situation-in-poland) - >
- [Call for EU action to safeguard Democracy and fundamental rights](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/call-for-eu-action-to-safeguard-democracy-and-fundamental-rights) - We stand with the people of Poland who marched this week-end in defence of democracy and European values. We are concerned that adopted and proposed legislation of the Polish government undermines fundamental rights and freedoms. This includes: limitations to the independence of the judiciary undermining the system of checks and balances and violation of the constitution, restrictions on the
- [Europe by people - the future of everyday living!](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/europe-by-people-the-future-of-everyday-living) - The Netherlands will preside over the European Union for six months, starting January 1st 2016. Over twenty thousand politicians and civil workers will swarm our capital. But it won’t be all about politics. For over six months Amsterdam will be a cultural capital and inspiring example for our society, by providing solutions for everyday living
- [Time to declare a state of Democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/time-to-declare-a-state-of-democracy) - “Rule of law needs extra attention” – this is not an article or a call for action launched by civic activists or NGOs, but the very words pronounced by Frans Timmermans himself very recently, during a citizens’ dialogue in The Hague. This first quote of the year mirrors exactly the multiple warnings sent by NGOs,
- [Citi-Rights Project - Claim your rights](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/citi-rights-project-claim-your-rights) - A vast gap exists between the rights guaranteed by the EU and the exercise of these rights. Unclear laws, disempowerment or fear of reprisal can prevent people from knowing and enjoying their rights. This reflection is shared not only by the European Civic Forum members, but also by many other European networks, such as European Alternatives. This
- [Time to declare a state of Democracy](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/time-to-declare-a-state-of-democracy) - “Rule of law needs extra attention” – this is not an article or a call for action launched by civic activists or NGOs, but the very words pronounced by Frans Timmermans himself very recently, during a citizens’ dialogue in The Hague. This first quote of the year mirrors exactly the multiple warnings sent by NGOs,
- [European democratic citizenship Awards: Laureates announced](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-participation/european-democratic-citizenship-awards-laureates-announced) - The European Civic Forum launched the European Democratic Citizenship Award in 2014, with the aim to promote citizens’ engagement, and reward outstanding initiatives and civic actors whose day-to-day struggles give real substance to European values, create ownership of the public space and improve the lives of our communities in terms of democracy, social justice and
- [PRIX DE LA CITOYENNETE DEMOCRATIQUE EUROPEENNE Et les nominés sont …](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/prix-de-la-citoyennete-democratique-europeenne-et-les-nomines-sont) - Le Forum Civique Européen – réseau transnational de plus de 100 associations membres – a lancé en 2014 le Prix Européen de la Citoyenneté Démocratique, qui récompense des initiatives collectives et individuelles ayant apporté un changement profond dans l’innovation sociale. Suite à une sélection par un jury international et le vote en ligne de près
- [European Civic Forum contribution on consultation on EU Citizenship](https://civic-forum.eu/civil-dialogue/european-civic-forum-contribution-on-consultation-on-eu-citizenship) - On 14 September 2015, European Commissioner Vera Jourová officially launched a consultation on EU Citizenship. The consultation is aimed at gathering together experiences and ideas of EU citizens on how to make it easier to exercise their rights. The opinions and ideas collected will provide the basis for the 2016 Citizenship report. As a reminder, the last EU
- [EUROPEAN MEETING IN THESSALONIKI “SOLIDARITY BEYOND BORDERS”](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/european-meeting-in-thessaloniki-solidarity-beyond-the-borders) - Report of the decisions and synthesis of the discussion by Raffaella Bolini - Arci In Thessaloniki, on November 21st and 22nd, volunteers of the countries involved in the Balkan route of the migrants met with activists involved on the Mediterranean and Northern routes, and European networks committed for migrants rights. Delegations were present from: Greece (included
- [PARIS: the days after](https://civic-forum.eu/press/paris-the-days-after) - 17th November 2015 Dear colleagues and friends, Last Friday, after Beirut, Ankara, the Russian plane flying over the Sinai, Paris, the city where the European Civic Forum headquarter is based, has been hit by terrorist attacks. Since then, in France as also all over Europe and the world, people are gathering together to express their
- [Migration](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/migration) - In February, tragedies in the Mediterranean have once again called civil society and institutions to find a solution to the increasing number of migrants risking their life crossing the sea in search of a (better) future. The situation in neighbouring countries failing to stabilise, notably in Libya, desperate migration has reached historical records, with more
- [2015 : EUROPEAN YEAR FOR DEVELOPMENT](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/2015-european-year-for-development) - Decided by Parliament Resolution on 2nd April 2014, under the motto “Our world, our dignity, our future” (article 1), the objectives of the year, as provided in article 2 of the Resolution, will be « a) to inform Union citizens about the Union 's and the Member States' development cooperation, highlighting the results that the
- [EU Accession to ECHR : not yet…](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space/eu-accession-to-echr-not-yet) - On 18th December 2014, the European Court of Justice delivered its Opinion (2/13) on the compatibility of the Draft agreement on the Union’s accession to the European Convention on Human Rights with the Treaties. Eu accession debates This opinion follows the negotiations between the Commission and the Council of Europe. Started in June 2010, they
- [TTIP Update](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/ttip-update) - To pass or not pass? To pass or not pass? That is the great question hanging over the Transatlatic Trade Agreements (TTIP), between the EU and the USA on the one hand, and the already agreed yet contested one between Canada and the EU on the other. Indeed, as this Newsletter has developed in the
- [Press Conference Civil Society Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/press/press-conference-civil-society-europe) - On 3rd February 2015, major European networks of associations got together for a press conference at the EU Parliament in Brussels, joining forces to create Civil Society Europe. This new platform aims at becoming a permanent space for horizontal exchanges and a strong voice for paradigm shift to restore and promote the values of equality,
- [MAJOR EUROPEAN CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANISATIONS GATHERED IN ROME FOR  SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH OF CIVIL SOCIETY EUROPE](https://civic-forum.eu/call-for-action/major-european-civil-society-organisations-gathered-in-rome-for-successful-launch-of-civil-society-europe) - The creation of Civil Society Europe Major European Civil Society Organisations joined in Rome on 16th December 2014 for the creation of Civil Society Europe. Thirty European Networks1 establish a permanent coordination of the organised civil society at EU-level, a place for horizontal dialogue and a strong voice for effective advocacy in favour of policy
- [World Forum for Democracy - as you were in Strasbourg!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/world-forum-for-democracy-as-you-were-in-strasbourg) - The live broadcasting of the 2015 World Forum for Democracy is now on, feel free to watch the discussions and share your thoughts via the #CoE_WFD hashtag.
- [PARIS: suite aux attentats](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/paris-suite-aux-attentats) - Chers collègues, chers amis, Vendredi dernier, après Beyrouth, Ankara, l’avion russe au-dessus du Sinaï, Paris, la ville où le Forum Civique Européen a son siège, a été la cible d’une action terroriste. Depuis ce moment, en France, comme partout en Europe et dans le monde, les gens se réunissent pour exprimer leur deuil, leur
- [Ils ne gagneront pas - Communiqué LDH](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/ils-ne-gagneront-pas) - Communiqué publié par la Ligue des Droits de l'Homme L’assassinat de plus de 120 personnes à Paris dans la nuit du 13 au 14 novembre 2015 restera comme un des pires outrages infligé aux habitants de ce pays. Ces actes provoquent horreur et révolte. C’est d’abord aux victimes et à leurs familles que la LDH
- [Animafac et USPC lancent des consultations étudiantes dans 8 établissements franciliens](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/animafac-et-uspc-lancent-des-consultations-etudiantes-dans-8-etablissements-franciliens) - Et si un groupe d’étudiants divers avait la possibilité de participer à la vie des campus autrement ? Après le succès de la Fabrique citoyenne, Animafac - organisation membre du Forum Civique Européen - et Université Sorbonne Paris Cité (USPC)* lancent les consultations étudiantes de USPC, un espace de participation original ouvert aux étudiants de
- [ARTE met the Hungarian laureates of the European democratic citizenship awards](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/arte-to-meet-the-hungarian-laureates-of-the-european-democratic-citizenship-awards) - On 22 October, the European Civic Forum brought together the laureates of the European Democratic Citizenship Awards in the Council of Europe for a ceremony rewarding democratic actions, committed personalities and civic NGOs initiatives. Among the laureates, the Hungarian campaign against the Internet tax was present. This mobilisation brought more than 100 000 people on
- [ARTE Journal à la découverte des Lauréats du Prix de la citoyenneté démocratique européenne](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/arte-journal-a-la-decouverte-des-laureats-du-prix-de-la-citoyennete-democratique-europeenne) - Le 22 octobre, le Forum Civique Européen réunissait les lauréats du Prix de la citoyenneté démocratique européenne au siège du Conseil de l'Europe pour leur remettre des prix récompensant des actions démocratiques, des personnalités engagées ou l'action d'ONG civiques. Parmi les nominés, la campagne hongroise contre la taxe sur l'utilisation d'internet. Cette mobilisation a rassemblé pas moins
- [Le Prix de la Citoyenneté Démocratique Européenne est de retour](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/le-prix-de-la-citoyennete-democratique-europeenne-est-de-retour) - Le Forum Civique Européen – réseau transnational de plus de 100 associations membres – a lancé en 2014 le Prix Européen de la Citoyenneté Démocratique, qui récompense des initiatives collectives et individuelles ayant apporté un changement profond dans l’innovation sociale en 2014. Cette année, l’accent sera mis sur les initiatives ayant une forte dimension
- [Civil Society Europe: appel aux responsables de l'Union Européenne pour l'accueil des réfugiés](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/civil-society-europe-appel-aux-dirigeants-europeens-pour-laccueil-des-refugies) - L’Histoire n’a pas épargné l’Europe de conflits, de guerres et de famines et dans le passé, ancien comme récent, de très nombreux habitants ont dû fuir à la recherche d’une sécurité. Aujourd’hui, des centaines de milliers de personnes voit un refuge en l’Europe alors qu’elles fuient la guerre et la misère pour s’éloigner des dangers
- [The European Democratic Citizenship Awards are back](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/the-european-democratic-citizenship-awards-are-back) - In view of its tenth anniversary in 2015, the European Civic Forum launched the European Democratic Citizenship Awards, aimed at promoting citizens’ engagement. The 2015 edition will take place in the light of the 10thanniversary activities, in October in Strasbourg. Since 2014, these Awards are rewarding outstanding initiatives and civil society stakeholders, who bring in
- [Civil Society Europe: Call to EU leaders for refugees welcome](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/civil-society-europe-call-to-eu-leaders-for-refugees-welcome) - Europe is no stranger to conflict, war and famine and in the recent and distant past huge numbers of its inhabitants have had to flee their homes seeking safety. Today, hundreds of thousands of people see Europe as a refuge as they flee war and misery to avoid danger and death. Human rights are central
- [Lettre ouverte: mobilité des jeunes en Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/lettre-ouverte-mobilite-des-jeunes-en-europe) - FAIRE DE LA MOBILITÉ DES JEUNES LA RÈGLE, ET NON L’EXCEPTION : VERS UNE NOUVELLE POLITIQUE EUROPÉENNE DE LA MOBILITÉ Les ministres européens de l’éducation se sont réunis à Bruxelles le 21 novembre 2008 pour donner une nouvelle impulsion politique à la mobilité des jeunes en Europe, qui demeure trop souvent une exception « au
- [Résolution de l'EYCA sur la situation en Ukraine](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/resolution-de-leyca-sur-la-situation-en-ukraine) - Résolution adoptée le 4 Mars 2014 par le Comité de Pilotage de l’EYCA Jeudi 20 Février 2014, l’Alliance de l’Année Européenne des Citoyens déclarait que « les citoyens Ukrainiens n’ont pas à choisir entre abandonner leurs aspirations ou entrer en guerre civile ». Ainsi, nous sommes très préoccupés par les développements de ces derniers jours
- [Lettre ouverte aux Chefs d'Etats et Représentants des Etats Membres sur le Futur du programme "L'Europe des citoyens"](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/lettre-ouverte-aux-chefs-detats-et-representants-des-etats-membres-sur-le-futur-du-programme-leurope-des-citoyens) - To the European Union’s Heads of States and Governments, At a time when citizens are expressing an ever growing distrust in EU Institutions and policies, and in spite of the widely propagated ideas (by the EU Institutions) that the EU has citizens at its heart and that civil society is valued as a crucial partner,
- [ÉLUE PAR LES INTERNAUTES CAMPAGNE DE L’ANNÉE!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/elue-par-les-internautes-campagne-de-lannee) - RIGHT 2 WATER Right2Water est la première Initiative Citoyenne Européenne qui a abouti à une audition au Parlement Européen, avec au total 1 884 790 signatures. Cette campagne est un outil destiné à pousser l’Union Européenne et ses états membres à instaurer l’eau et l’assainissement comme droits de l’Homme. C’est aussi un outil pour changer
- [ÉLU PAR LES INTERNAUTES MEDIA CITOYEN DE L’ANNÉE!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/elu-par-les-internautes-media-citoyen-de-lannee) - Europe's café Le blog d’Au Café de l’Europe, géré par des étudiants, puise son inspiration dans les cafés français des XIX et XX. siècles, qui offraient un espace de discussion politique active. En adaptant cette idée au XXI. siècle et au numérique, les auteurs ont voulu faciliter la tenue de ces débats animés. En tentant
- [ÉLUE PAR LES INTERNAUTES ONG DE L’ANNÉE!](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/elue-par-les-internautes-ong-de-lannee) - GOTEO Goteo.org est un réseau social de financement collectif et de collaboration distribuée (services, infrastructures, micro tâches et autres ressources) pour encourager le développement indépendant d’initiatives créatives et innovantes qui contribuent à enrichir les biens communs : bien numériques partagés, apprentissage gratuit, code source ouvert. Plus de 260 projets ont ainsi été entièrement financés et
- [Appel des réseaux majeurs de la Société Civile à la nouvelle Commission: priorité aux droits civiques et sociaux](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/appel-des-reseaux-majeurs-de-la-societe-civile-a-la-nouvelle-commission-priorite-aux-droits-civiques-et-sociaux) - Priorité aux droits civiques & sociaux Félicitant Jean Claude Junker pour sa nomination à la présidence de la Commission Européenne, Volunteurope, European Disability Forum, European Volunteer Centre, ALDA, European Movement International, Solidar et le Forum Civique Européen, membres du Comité de pilotage de l'EYCA expriment leur souhait et axes de dialogue avec la nouvelle Commission.
- [Mobilisation de la société civile européenne contre la désignation d'un commissaire Européen](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/mobilisation-de-la-societe-civile-europeenne-contre-la-designation-dun-commissaire-europeen) - La société civile se mobilise à travers l'Europe contre la désignation du Commissaire européen pour l’éducation, la Jeunesse, la Culture et la Citoyenneté Jean-Claude Juncker, le Président-élu de la Commission européenne, a annoncé le 10 septembre la nomination de M. Tibor Navracsics au poste de Commissaire européen pour l’Éducation, la Jeunesse, la Culture et la
- [La Citoyenneté retirée du portefeuille de Tibor Navracsics](https://civic-forum.eu/position/la-citoyennete-retiree-du-portefeuille-de-tibor-navracsics) - D’intenses débats au Parlement Européen autour de la désignation des nouveaux commissaires Lors des trois dernières semaines, nous avons été les témoins d’intenses débats au Parlement Européen autour de la désignation des nouveaux commissaires européens. L’équipe de M. Juncker, à quelques exceptions près, a dû faire face à des difficultés sans précédent afin de convaincre
- [Civil Society Europe : être en pôle position pour le changement](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/civil-society-europe-etre-en-pole-position-pour-le-changement) - Les principaux réseaux européens d’associations se sont réunis pour créer Civil Society Europe, un espace permanent d’échanges horizontaux et une voix forte pour un changement de paradigme, afin de renforcer et promouvoir les valeurs d’égalité, de solidarité, de démocratie et d’inclusion au sein des Etats Membres et des peuples d’Europe. Au cours de la conférence
- [ACTIVIZENSHIP : prendre la mesure des changements sociétaux au service du collectif](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/activizenship-prendre-la-mesure-des-changements-societaux-au-service-du-collectif) - intervenir par une réflexion critique sur les paradigmes sociaux, culturels, économiques Pour alimenter les débats dans l’espace public, le FCE cherche à intervenir par une réflexion critique sur les paradigmes sociaux, culturels, économiques dans lequel nous nous inscrivons. Le FCE a lancé un outil d’expression visant à saisir les tendances actuelles et les transformations touchant
- [Si apre a Tunisi con un grande corteo il Forum Sociale Mondiale](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/si-apre-a-tunisi-con-un-grande-corteo-il-forum-sociale-mondiale) - «Anche il cielo protesta» dice una donna tunisina fradicia nel corteo. È venuto giù il diluvio universale, sulla marcia di apertura del Forum Sociale Mondiale di Tunisi. Il corteo è diventato un fiume di acqua e di persone, mille rivoli fino al Bardo. È finito in un grande abbraccio collettivo intorno all’edificio - slogan in
- [Do the Gov't and High Administrative Court understand the right of access to information?](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/do-the-govt-and-high-administrative-court-understand-the-right-of-access-to-information) - After the High Administrative Court had allowed the Croatian Government to continue hiding the amount that was paid to American law firm Patton Boggs LLP for the defense of Ante Gotovina and Mladen Markač in the appellate procedure before the International Tribunal in the Hague, GONG has filed a constitutional complaint challenging the High Administrative
- [Democracy at risk in Portugal](https://civic-forum.eu/uncategorised/democracy-at-risk-in-portugal) - We now count five years of austerity, which the Portuguese population had to survive. Today, we therefore live a violent social regression, the largest in the history of our young democracy: 28% of the population lives in poverty and 41% in severe material deprivation (source: INE); poverty risk rate for children under 18 years is

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- [Civic Pride](https://civic-forum.eu/campaigns-alliances/civic-pride) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”civic pride general” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|0px|auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font_size=”25px” header_font=”League Spartan Bold||||||||” header_text_color=”#222225″ header_font_size=”50px” header_2_text_color=”#222225″ header_3_text_color=”#222225″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Civic Pride — celebrating activism. With our civic pride campaign, we celebrate activism.
- [Civic Pride: 20 years of ECF](https://civic-forum.eu/campaigns-alliances/civic-pride-20-years-of-ecf) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=” Civic Pride Month 2024 With our Civic Pride campaign, we celebrate civic activism. Over the years, this has taken many forms, but our motivation remains the same: to retrain our
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- [Members' Corner](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_search exclude_pages=”on” placeholder=”Search ” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_search][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” width_phone=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code raw_content_tablet=”” raw_content_phone=”%91the-post-grid id=%2211261%22 title=%22Member’s Corner (Mobile)%22%93″ raw_content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]European Movement Italy: Europe’s sleep and the strategic choices for
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- [#IstandwithNGOs](https://civic-forum.eu/istandwithngos) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” image=”3433″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” img_link_large=”” qode_css_animation=””][vc_column_text]Civil Society Europe members and other organisations joined the movement in front of the Hungarian permanent representation in Brussels.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” image=”3434″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” img_link_large=”” qode_css_animation=”” img_size=”large”][vc_column_text]In Belgrade, Serbia, in front of the embassy of Hungary[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” image=”3436″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” img_link_large=”” qode_css_animation=””][vc_column_text]In
- [European Civic Academy 2024 - at the Nonviolence Factory](https://civic-forum.eu/events-2/european-civic-academy/european-civic-academy-2024-at-the-nonviolence-factory) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”10px|0px||0px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”]This year’s European Civic Academy was hosted by The Nonviolence Factory, which brought together civil society from across the Euro-Mediterranean region to promote strategies to
- [Projects](https://civic-forum.eu/projects) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The European Civic Forum is regularly participating in transnational projects, aimed at fostering citizens’ participation, promoting EU Fundamental Rights and providing a space for civic actors to gather and exchange. Throughout the years, the ECF has worked with multiple partners, member organisations, local and European institutions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” color=”white” spacing=”10″ active_section=”0″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”History of
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- [Civic Space Report 2024](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space-report-2024) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” filter_brightness=”99%” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Out-now.png” title_text=”Out now (1)” src_tablet=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Out-now-1.png” src_phone=”” src_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_image][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(34,34,37,0.12)” background_image=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/BACKGROUND-1.png” parallax=”on” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”||||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.9)” max_width=”1351px” custom_margin=”-24px|auto|-15px|auto||” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px|||”
- [European Civic Academy](https://civic-forum.eu/events-2/european-civic-academy) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”23px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”League Spartan Bold||||||||” header_text_color=”#fa710d” global_colors_info=”{}”]About the European Civic Academy[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#fa710d” global_colors_info=”{}”]The European Civic Academy was launched in 2016 to connect and build bridges between civil society and academic
- [Civil Dialogue](https://civic-forum.eu/our-work/civil-dialogue) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(34,34,37,0.08)” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Useful Resources[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”
- [Rule of Law](https://civic-forum.eu/our-work/rule-of-law) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(34,34,37,0.08)” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Useful Resources[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″
- [Annual Reports](https://civic-forum.eu/annual-reports-2)
- [Civic Pride Week 2023](https://civic-forum.eu/campaigns-alliances/civic-pride/civic-pride-week-2023) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”civic pride general” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-86px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ text_font_size=”25px” header_font=”League Spartan Bold||||||||” header_text_color=”#222225″ header_font_size=”50px” header_2_text_color=”#222225″ header_3_text_color=”#222225″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]With our civic pride campaign, we celebrate activism. Over the years, our campaign
- [Civic Pride Awards 2023](https://civic-forum.eu/events-2/civic-pride-awards-2023) - Every year, the European Civic Forum recognises outstanding civic initiatives with the Civic Pride Awards! This year's ceremony will take place on 18 September and will be attended by distinguished guests, including European Commission Vice President Věra Jourová.
- [Democracy, Solidarity, Rights - FOR ALL!](https://civic-forum.eu/campaigns-alliances/democracy-solidarity-rights-for-all) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” scroll_fade_enable=”on” motion_trigger_start=”top” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text content_tablet=” European Elections 2024: Democracy, Solidarity, Rights – FOR ALL! ” content_phone=” European Elections 2024: Democracy, Solidarity, Rights – FOR ALL! ” content_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding_tablet=”|50px||50px|false|false”
- [Civic Space Report 2023: Fighting for Democratic Empowerment and Resilience](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-space-report-2023-fighting-for-democratic-empowerment-and-resilience) - Our 2023 Civic Space report is out now. Featuring a horizontal EU analysis and 14 country reports, it demonstrates that to create resilient democracies, we must empower Civil Society 💪
- [Defence of Democracy Package](https://civic-forum.eu/our-work/defence-of-democracy) - With the Defence of Democracy package, the EU aims to boost its resilience. But why has it proved so controversial, and what is the foreign funding directive?
- [Artifical Intelligence & Digitalisation](https://civic-forum.eu/our-work/ai-digitalisation) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-10px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_last_edited=”off|tablet” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Myriad Pro Bold||||||||” header_text_color=”#a44f00″ header_font_size_phone=”25px”
- [European Civic Academy 2023](https://civic-forum.eu/events-2/european-civic-academy/european-civic-academy-2023) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”23px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-10px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text content_tablet=” CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – ECA 2023 What future for Europe? Building collective empowerment towards the European elections and beyond ” content_phone=” CALL
- [Calls for Re-granting - 2023](https://civic-forum.eu/members-corner/re-granting-2023) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Through its operating grant from the CERV programme, the European Civic Forum has established a re-granting mechanism for member organisations, to be launched in 2023. The re-granting
- [Our journey](https://civic-forum.eu/our-journey) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 1) 26%|rgba(12,113,195,0) 51%|#ffffff 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_start_position=”50%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(12,113,195,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”0%” background_image=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Thumbs.png” height=”50vh” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”20vh||||false|false” top_divider_style=”arrow” top_divider_color=”rgba(238,238,238,0.7)” top_divider_height=”50vh” hover_enabled=”0″ background_last_edited=”on|tablet” use_background_color_gradient_phone=”on” background_color_gradient_stops_phone=”#ffffff 0%|rgba(12,113,195,0) 3%|#ffffff 100%” background_enable_image_phone=”off” background_position_phone=”center” global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”Thumbs” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ text_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_font=”Myriad Pro Bold|500||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#910F02″ header_2_font_size=”80px” header_4_font=”Gravesend Sans Medium||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#222225″ header_4_line_height=”1.4em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”60px”
- [Campaigns & Alliances](https://civic-forum.eu/campaigns-alliances) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”150%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”|auto|70px|auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_perspective_image src=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Elections-Campaign.png” title_text=”2024 Elections Campaign” url=”https://civic-forum.eu/EU24″ use_overlay=”on” hover_overlay_color=”rgba(34,34,37,0.6)” overlay_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” hover_icon=”||divi||400″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” transform_scale=”80%|80%” hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}” transform_styles__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_scale__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_translate__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_rotate__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_skew__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_origin__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_scale__hover=”100%|100%” sticky_enabled=”0″][/dsm_perspective_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_perspective_image src=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Civil-Society-for-EU.png” title_text=”Civil Society for EU” url=”https://civic-forum.eu/campaigns-alliances/democracy-solidarity-rights-for-all#civil-society-for-EU” use_overlay=”on”
- [EU Elections 2024](https://civic-forum.eu/eu-elections-2024) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Coming soon. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence](https://civic-forum.eu/digital) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#222225″ custom_padding=”0px||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||-38px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Read our latest AI Act updatex![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”||18px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/AIA-INFOSHEET.png” title_text=”AIA INFOSHEET” url=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/AIA-infosheet-June-23-1.pdf” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default”
- [The European Civic Days](https://civic-forum.eu/the-european-civic-days) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Over the years, the European Civic Forum (ECF) has succeeded in giving a permanent framework to some important European public meetings in line with its ambitions to help developing and structuring the
- [European Convening on Civic Space](https://civic-forum.eu/european-convening-on-civic-space) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_image=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/European-Convening-5-6-December-1.jpg” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_color=”#2b9ca3″ text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”12px||8px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”22px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_post_title][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://civic-forum.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/European-Convening-5-6-December-1.jpg” parallax=”on” custom_padding=”23px||0px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.84)” custom_padding_phone=”0px||0px||false|false” border_radii=”off|5px|5px||” border_width_all=”5px” border_color_all=”rgba(255,255,255,0.84)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text
- [Civic Pride](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-pride-2022) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#d0b42a” global_colors_info=”{}”]Civic Pride 2022[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#d0b42a” header_text_color=”#d0b42a” header_2_text_color=”#d0b42a” header_3_text_color=”#d0b42a” global_colors_info=”{}”]As the war rages at the borders of the European Union and people flee their land en masse in search of peace and safety, it becomes once again obvious why we
- [Civic Pride - 8 December 2020](https://civic-forum.eu/civic-pride-2020) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Humanity is going through an unprecedented crisis, with a lot of suffering, sacrifice, pain and drastic changes in our daily life. The crisis gave many lessons for the future. After having reached more than 3 million people in the previous years, civil society organisations, activists, grassroots organisations and local communities are massively speaking up
- [Connect Europe](https://civic-forum.eu/connect-europe) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] Connect Europe is a project that revolves around the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. This project aims to connect citizens and civil society representatives with the charter. The European values is threatened with increase populism and nationalism around Europe. We want to raise awareness about the EU charter and discuss
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- [European Democratic Citizenship Awards 2015](https://civic-forum.eu/events/european-democratic-citizenship-awards-2015) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_accordion collapsible=”yes” style=”toggle”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Media initiative of the Year ” title_color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#d96004″][vc_column_text] EAVI developed and produced a series of short audiovisual products about media literacy and the everyday use we make of media devices such as tablets and smartphones. EAVI is an independent, non-profit international association based in Brussels, which encompasses passion for the media
- [2016 European Citizenship Awards - vote now!](https://civic-forum.eu/events/2016-european-citizenship-awards-vote-now) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_accordion collapsible=”yes” style=”accordion”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Campaign of the Year” title_color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#d96004″][vc_column_text] Write Deal Association, an innovative re-launch of three popular and traditional fairytales which although we take for granted, in fact are discriminatory and against human rights. The hightly-executed cartoons recounted these fairytales by promoting social and human rights, addressing gender and social inequality, tackling poverty and
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