Good news from around Europe
The Commission has proposed today Erasmus+ funding for five new Platforms of Centres of Vocational Excellence, to meet the needs of an innovative, inclusive and sustainable economy. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Investment Fund (EIF) and the European Commission are launching new COVID-19 support measures under the EaSI Guarantee Instrument (EaSI) to enhance access to finance for micro-borrowers, micro- and social enterprises. Powered by WPeMatico
As part of the first European campaign for declared work, the European Platform tackling undeclared work and the European Labour Authority (ELA) have launched a #EU4FairWork social media competition, calling on workers and employers from across the EU to share their personal stories about working declared. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Commission presented today guidelines to ensure the protection of seasonal workers in the EU in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. It provides guidance to national authorities, labour inspectorates, and social partners to guarantee the rights, health and safety of seasonal workers, and to ensure that seasonal workers
Today the European Commission is taking action to give young people all possible opportunities to develop their full potential to shape the future of the EU, and thrive in the green and digital transitions. Powered by WPeMatico
The Commission is presenting a new Skills Agenda today setting ambitious objectives for upskilling and reskilling for the next five years. Powered by WPeMatico
To commemorate World Refugee Day on 20 June, the European Commission is showcasing how two Member States that have been hit by the COVID-19 crisis are using the EU Skills Profile Tool for Third Country Nationals to help integrate refugees and other third country nationals into their labour market. Powered
Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, Nicolas Schmit, will this week kick off a series of virtual consultations on the future of Social Europe with stakeholders in Member States. Powered by WPeMatico
Applications for the 11th Access City Award competition are now open. EU cities have until 9 September to apply. Powered by WPeMatico
In this episode of Real economy, Euronews looks at what impact the coronavirus crisis is having on Europe’s most vulnerable, and what the EU is doing to help them through the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived (FEAD). Powered by WPeMatico