Good news from around Europe
Four new Flash Reports prepared by the European Social Policy Network (ESPN) are now available and provide information on recent social policy developments in Finland, Kosovo*, Luxembourg and Portugal. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on Upskilling Pathways, open until 17 March 2022. Powered by WPeMatico
Today, the textile industry has launched a Pact for Skills Partnership, supported by the European Commission. A strong and timely signal for the textile, clothing, leather and footwear industries to boost the sector’s competitiveness. The initiative brings together industry associations, companies, trade unions, vocational education/training providers and regional authorities. Powered
Today the Commission has issued policy guidance for a fair and inclusive transition towards climate neutrality to complement the package on delivering the Green Deal presented in July. Powered by WPeMatico
On the 15th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, we are happy to announce that EU countries, civil society and the EU institutions have committed to work even more closely together to combat discrimination based on disability. This is our obligation under the UN
The European Commission launches the new digital skills self-assessment tool to help learners and professionals understand their level of digital skills based on the digital competence framework. Powered by WPeMatico
Today, the Commission has taken an important step in helping Member States meet this target by presenting proposals for Council Recommendations on individual learning accounts and on micro-credentials. Powered by WPeMatico
Today, the European Commission proposes a set of measures to improve the working conditions in platform work and to support the sustainable growth of digital labour platforms in the EU. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Commission has today presented an Action Plan to help the European social economy thrive, tapping into its economic and job-creation potential, as well as its contribution to a fair and inclusive recovery, and the green and digital transitions. Powered by WPeMatico
The 2022 Access City Award goes to Luxembourg City. A jury of accessibility experts recognised the city for its wide range of innovative solutions and improvements to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities. Powered by WPeMatico