23-24 October 2024

European Commission - Charlemagne building (Alcide De Gasperi room)

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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

In the opinion, the EESC suggests to

  • 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;

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Presentation by
Pawel Chmielinski
Organisation
BIOEast
  • The role of governance and partnerships
Presentation by
Marta Gomez San Juan
Organisation
FAO
  • Bioeconomy strategies and circular approaches towards achieving the SDGs
Presentation by
Luc Vernet
Organisation
Farm Europe
  • Rethinking our approach to biomass production
Presentation by
Kristina Gyosheva
Organisation
CCRI
  • Circular cities and regions initiative
Presentation by
Aline Mosnier
Organisation
SDSN
  • Taking stock of SDG 2 and future perspectives
Presentation by
Alexandre Morin and Holger Gerdes
Organisation
AC3A-Ecologic Institute
  • SCALE-UP project
Presentation by
Agata Kotkowska
Organisation
European Commission
  • How sustainable and circular bioeconomy can support agri food systems in GT