The general objective of this report is to update the study "The Social Economy in the European Union" published in 2008 by the European Economic and Social Committee, expanding its scope to include all 27 of the current EU Member States and the acceding/candidate countries (Croatia and Iceland...

Civil society plays a crucial role in societal and political development, creating the political and social space for collaborations that are based on the core values of trust, service and the collective good. The role of civil society organisations (CSOs) has evolved significantly and will...

Europe's cultural heritage and values have huge untapped potential as a force for unity, while the multiplicity of identities within Europe imbues us with an openness to diversity. These elements will be vital in healing our divisions and overcoming the disaffection that provides fertile ground...

Civil society plays a crucial role in societal and political development, creating the political and social space for collaborations that are based on the core values of trust, service and the collective good. The role of civil society organisations (CSOs) has evolved significantly and will...

This publication on the 2016 Civil Society Prize puts the spotlight on civil society organisations, social partners and volunteers who are actively working to integrate migrants into the labour market and society at large, and to defend fundamental human rights, non-discrimination and human dignity.