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Inclusive Democratic Participation: Promoting Civil Society In Communities
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Inclusive Democratic Participation: Promoting Civil Society in Communities - Timeline

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Adopted on 22/10/2026 - Bureau decision date: 28/04/2026

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SOC/873-EESC-2026

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Exploratory opinion Presidency

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Ionuţ SIBIAN (Civil Society Organisations - GR III/Romania)

Civil Society Organisations - GR III

Romania

Plenary session number

609

Oct 21, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026
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