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The EESC brings together representatives from all areas of organised civil society, who give their independent advice on EU policies and legislation. The EESC's326 Members are organised into three groups: Employers, Workers and Various Interests.
The EESC has six sections, specialising in concrete topics of relevance to the citizens of the European Union, ranging from social to economic affairs, energy, environment, external relations or the internal market.
Protecting the most vulnerable in European societies
In this issue:
Our members reflect on ways for protecting the most vulnerable in European societies;
Guest articles by Carlos SUSÍAS RODADO (European Anti Poverty Network), Sirpa RAUTIO (European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights), Rocío URÍAS MARTÍNEZ (European Federation of National Organisations Working with the Homeless) and Rainer HUB (National Network for Civil Society in Germany);
Report on our recent conference on intergenerational solidarity in the EU;
Interview with rapporteur Pietro Vittorio BARBIERI on the new EESC opinion on 'Caregivers'.
Civil Society Organisations' Bulletin - October 2024
establish a common framework for fiscal transparency that would set clear, consistent standards for all EU-funded programs, ensuring uniform reporting and easy access to financial data across Member States. The EESC focuses on promoting best practices rather than introducing new regulations;
promote the adoption of participatory budgeting, where citizens have a direct say in public spending decisions, particularly at the local level. The EESC also advocates for incorporating participatory elements into EU-level budgeting processes;
develop accessible digital tools to streamline budget data access, using technologies like data analytics and AI to improve public understanding and engagement with financial information;