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EESC Strengthens Civil Society Relations with African Union, Enhances Strategic Partnership

On July 17, Oliver Röpke, President of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Khalid Boudali, the Presiding Officer of the African Union's Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC). This agreement aims to bolster collaboration between EU and African civil societies, focusing on promoting economic and social development, enhancing civil society engagement, and fostering sustainable growth.

Five Organizations Honored with the 14th EESC Civil Society Prize

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) proudly announces the winners of the 14th Civil Society Prize, recognizing initiatives that support mental health and promote well-being at both individual and collective levels.

A panel of ten experts evaluated over one hundred projects from across Europe and beyond to select the five winners. The award ceremony took place on March 7, 2024, during the EESC Civil Society Week.

EESC Advocates for Fair Trainee Compensation: No More Unpaid Work

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is advocating for stronger measures in the Commission's proposal to make EU traineeships more equitable and inclusive. With nearly half of the EU's three million trainees unpaid and about a third lacking social protection, the EESC insists that all young people should have equal opportunities to benefit from traineeships, regardless of their financial situation.