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European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 25d

It is possible to be organic. 🌱 Meet the finalists for the #EUOrganic Awards for the Best Restaurant/ Food Service: 🇦🇹 Chef Partie’s Premiummarke; 🇦🇹 Köglerhof; 🇦🇹 Zotter Schokolade GmbH. Austria is championing this! Discover more about them: link.europa.eu/W4x8Cd

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 26d

Over the next months, we will be working with the Irish Presidency of the Council to reflect the expectations of Europe's civil society. 🇮🇪🤝🇪🇺 We are working on: 🔹 Digital Fairness Act; 🔹 simplification for SMEs; 🔹 affordable housing; 🔹 and more. Read more: link.europa.eu/RnTFhP

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 26d

Join our debate on #EUEnlargement with Commissioner @martakos.ec.europa.eu and high-level representatives from the Republic of Moldova, the Republic of North Macedonia, and the Republic of Lithuania to discuss the future of EU enlargement. 👉 link.europa.eu/Vcqtrx #EESCPlenary

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 27d

Our #EESCPlenary is ON! 🔴 On the agenda: 💬 opinions on #StrategicAutonomy, migration, #GenderEquality; 💼 quality jobs & fair labour mobility, with @roxanaminzatu.bsky.social; 🇮🇪 the priorities of the Irish Presidency of the @consilium.europa.eu. Tune in to not miss it!👉 link.europa.eu/Gcc9vV

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 28d

It is possible to be organic. Meet the finalists for #EUOrganic Awards/Best Organic Food Retailer: 🇩🇪 Boßhammersch Hof GmbH & Co. KG; 🇧🇪 OHNE; 🇭🇺 Relio Digital Marketplaces/ÖkoPiactér. They show that organic food is about building a more sustainable future for everyone. More: link.europa.eu/W4x8Cd

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 28d

Our July #EESCPlenary session starts tomorrow! 🇪🇺 On the agenda: 🎯 Action Plan on Counter Drone Security; ⚓ EU Ports Strategy; ⚡ stable energy. Catch the highlights as we work on recommendations for the EU’s future. More information: link.europa.eu/QYBN34 #EUCivilSociety

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· 29d

We are in New York to represent the voice of civil society at the UN central platform for reviewing progress of #SDG. We advocate for: ✅ stronger governance & accountability; ✅ sustainable competitiveness; ✅ smarter investment in partnerships. ℹ️ hlpf.un.org/2026/programme @nat-eesc.bsky.social

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 10

It is possible to be organic. Meet the finalists for the #EUOrganic Awards - Best Organic Food Processing SMEs: 🇧🇬 Bio Bulgaria; 🇪🇸 Cantero de Letur; 🇦🇹 Genusskoarl. Three inspiring stories showing that organic means sustainability and stronger communities. Discover them: link.europa.eu/W4x8Cd

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 9

Building EU's future through enlargement & trade. We believe that #EUEnlargement & an open, resilient trade policy are essential to building a stronger, more competitive & united EU. We continue to ensure that businesses, workers & civil society have a voice in shaping it. 🔗 link.europa.eu/PtkvXF

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 8

Our next #EESCPlenary is just around the corner! ✨ On 15-16 July, our members and guests will discuss: 📄 opinions on gender equality, housing & energy storage; 🗣️ EU enlargement with @martakos.ec.europa.eu; 💼 strengthening protection for workers. More: link.europa.eu/QYBN34 #EUCivilSociety

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 7

Day 2 of #ConnectingEU in Sofia is underway! 🔴 Today we explore how #AI is reshaping communication, tackling disinformation, and building stronger visibility and engagement through practical skills. Tune in live: link.europa.eu/xjFmqD #EUvsDisinfo

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 6

We are live from Sofia for the #ConnectingEU Seminar! 🔴 It brings together communicators, #EUCivilSociaety, journalists and EU stakeholders to discuss defending EU values in a changing world. Keynote speaker: @davekeating.substack.com Tune in live: link.europa.eu/xjFmqD

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 3

Trade is stronger when #EUCivilSociety has a seat at the table.🤝 Yesterday, we hosted the 5th Annual All Domestic Advisory Groups Meeting, bringing together 80+ participants to strengthen dialogue between civil society & EU institutions for more sustainable trade. Learn more: link.europa.eu/pWWNBx

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 2

How could the #DigitalEuro shape the future of payments in Europe? Join our public hearing exploring: 💶 payment resilience; 💶 innovation; 💶 financial & digital inclusion; 💶 the future role of the euro. 👉 Watch live: link.europa.eu/dPTPYW

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jul 1

The Presidency of the @consilium.europa.eu now passes to Ireland! 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 Three priorities are at the heart of the mandate: #EUCompetitiveness, values & security. We look forward to continuing our strong cooperation with Irish civil society. Learn more: link.europa.eu/DttfKC

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 30

Congratulations to all the winners! We are proud that our #YouthTest was recognised as a finalist for the @ombudsman.europa.eu Award. Co-created with the @youthforum.bsky.social, it has already enabled 80+ youth representatives to shape our work. We will keep amplifying young people's voices.

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 30

“Ευχαριστούμε” to the @cy2026eu.bsky.social for making EU the voice of #EUcCivilSociety heard throughout this mandate! 🇨🇾🤝🇪🇺 In our opinions for #CY2026EU, we addressed topics such as: 💧 Water Resilience Strategy; 🔌 energy connectivity; 👷 working conditions. Our work: link.europa.eu/qm4Kp7

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 29

One week to go!📅 Join us on 6-7 July for the #ConnectingEU Seminar 2026 to discuss democracy, trust, AI and the power of civil society in defending European values. 🇪🇺 Keynote speaker: @davekeating.substack.com Save the date & check the programme: link.europa.eu/KXTmRH #EUCivilSociety

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 26

The green transition does not have to be purely technical. When implementing the #NewEuropeanBauhaus, we call for: 🏡 widespread and adaptable solutions; 🏡 investment in sustainable, affordable and quality housing; 🏡 accessible funding. Learn more: link.europa.eu/VkY68c

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 25

We are proud to be shortlisted for the EU Ombudsman Award for our Youth Test initiative! 🎉 By integrating young people's perspective into EU policymaking, we are helping ensure that the voices of future generations are heard where decisions are made. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/WP6qyB

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 24

We need a fairer & more democratic EU. 🇪🇺 From drafting the blueprint for an #EUCivilSociety Strategy to promoting social rights, equality & inclusion, we take concrete action. Now, our focus turns to the: 🗣️ first Civil Society Platform; 🛡️ European Migration Forum, & more. 👇 link.europa.eu/kyr7pm

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 23

The finalists for the 2026 #EUOrganic Awards are here! 🏆 We celebrate the proof that a 100% organic value chain is not just a goal, it is already happening across the EU. We are proud to reward these actors in our 3 key categories and here are the inspiring finalists. ↓

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 23

We must place people at the heart of change. In our resolution, we highlight civil society’s perspective on the @ec.europa.eu’s forthcoming legislative and political roadmap for 2027. These 6 pillars symbolise the core topics of the resolution. ↓

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 22

Water must be placed at the centre of economic, industrial & climate policy. At our #EESCPlenary debate with @JessikaRoswall, we called for: 💧water as a strategic resource; 💧stronger investment in resilience; 💧innovation and skills; 💧stronger global action. Read more: link.europa.eu/hpphmX

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 19

We need a strategy for Eastern border regions. At our plenary, with leader of Belarusian democratic forces Sviatlana Tsihanouskaya, we urged to: 🔸 introduce targeted competitiveness tools; 🔸 develop a demographic recovery strategy; 🔸 accelerate investment in transport. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/8CW7m4

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 18

We should strengthen the EU’s competitiveness by accelerating the shift to a #CircularEconomy. At our #EESCPlenary debate with Commissioner @teresaribera.ec.europa.eu, we called for: ♻️ circularity as an industrial policy tool; ♻️ clearer market signals for Europe. 👉 link.europa.eu/4DT4hw

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 18

Our #EESCPlenary continues today! Tune in as our we debate and vote on key issues such as the #EUBlueDeal and water resilience, the common agricultural policy, EU budget, and more! Tune in to follow it live! 👉 t.co/Y2frwEQqNg #EUCivilSociety t.co/NqR9Yv05wo

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 17

Our #EESCPlenary is ON! On the agenda: ♻️ circular economy with @teresaribera.ec.europa.eu, @ec.europa.eu's Executive VP for a Clean, Just and Competitive Transition; 🛡️ resilience in Europe’s eastern border regions, with Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. ... & more! Tune in: link.europa.eu/hfydjrgj

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 16

We’re back tomorrow with our June #EESCPlenary session. Our members will vote on shaping Europe’s future: ♻️ circular economy; 💧 EU Blue Deal; 🔐 economic security. Follow the highlights as we shape recommendations for EU’s future. More information: link.europa.eu/8V3j3n #EUCivilSociety

European Economic and Social Committee@eesc· Jun 15

Ukraine and Moldova's future lies within the EU. We welcome the formal opening of the first accession negotiations cluster with both countries. We have consistently advocated for a merit-based and timely enlargement process, where civil society must be at its heart. 🔗 link.europa.eu/JGH6Vk