The European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) is hosting an upcoming webinar to show you that there are many paths to success, highlighting real-world examples of impactful initiatives. 🗓️ 16 October 2025 at 12:30 CET. Register here: buff.ly/1oJ4lhf

Through the IDEU project, we're inviting you to shape the digital transformation in Belgium by: 🔧 Proposing solutions to selected challenges facing Belgium 🗳️ Voting on ideas submitted by others Learn more about the project here: buff.ly/tM1nqU1

💭 Every idea has a story. Lana, Andreas and Siro each started with a goal: to lead volunteer efforts for abortion rights, cleaner air, and sustainable housing. The way they pursued their missions is nothing short of inspirational. Get inspired—read their stories here: buff.ly/QwEo0tH

🤖 Ask ERIC – ECAS’s Rights Information Centre! Whether you’re a digital nomad, cross-border commuter, or remote worker, ERIC is here to help you navigate complex EU teleworking rules — from permits to social security. 👉 Ask your questions now: buff.ly/wk7Fdhf

🤒 Feeling sick in another EU country? Our legal experts at YEA are here to help you access the treatment you need at a fair price: buff.ly/3SVJToK YEA is a free legal advice service, managed by ECAS on behalf of the European Commission.

Join us in Lisbon, Portugal on 07 October, 2025 (09:30-13:30 GMT +1) for a Freedom of Movement training to learn more about the rights of EU citizens and their family members within EU Member States. 📍 The event will also take place online! Learn more: buff.ly/NdeSUOh

🚨 The IDEU project has entered its second crowdsourcing phase! 🗳️ Running until the end October, phase 2 depends on a diversity of voices. Share your experience with us and help shape the digital transformation in Belgium: English: buff.ly/wqF9ePJ French: buff.ly/rNoVL5M Dutch: buff.ly/iP2Zah2

Exciting news: 33 media initiatives from five EU countries have received support under a funding opportunity from the Media Resilience project, which is co-funded by the European Union. 👏 Open Society Institute - Sofia and @PetkoProMedia. 👉 Learn more about the initiatives here: buff.ly/iTZhmRN

The ECI shows that determination leads to success in Europe, and Lana, Andreas and Siro are changemakers that are perfect examples of this. Discover their stories and campaigns here: buff.ly/LHoj1pl

This #InternationalDemocracyDay, we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of our European Democracy Focus Area at the last Digital Democracy Day. We aim for a future where technology enhances democracy, ensuring security, transparency & accountability. 🎬: buff.ly/CoSUHZi

On International Democracy Day 2025, we're inspired by our 10th Anniversary Digital Democracy Day in 2024 to envision a future where technology enhances democracy's security, transparency, and accountability, centering citizens. 🎬 Watch the recap: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Rzz...

🚗 🪪 While EU Member States recognise each other’s driving licences, renewal requirements can vary from country to country. Get your driving licence renewal questions answered today with free legal advice from the experts at YEA! 🔗 Ask here: buff.ly/3SVJToK

😵💫 Feeling lost in a sea of confusing teleworking rules? ERIC is here to help you navigate the complexities of EU teleworking regulations with ease. 👉 Ask your questions now: buff.ly/DCXoiWZ

We're hosting a free training for civil servants and civil society organisations to raise awareness about #FreedomOfMovement in the EU. 🗓️ Date: 07 October, 2025 📍 Location: Lisbon, Portugal 👉 More info & registration: buff.ly/NdeSUOh

Our message to the @ec.europa.eu State of the Union is simple: Europe must be proactive, not reactive. The 2025 State of the Union speech underscored that Europe is in a “fight” for its unity, freedom, and independence. Read our full position here: ecas.org/state-of-the...

🏆 Join the ECAS Awards! Share your opinion on the impact of teleworking from other EU locations on your productivity and well-being. Selected participants can win €400 and a trip to Brussels for the Awards Ceremony. ✈️🎉 🗳️ Share your thoughts now: buff.ly/4wS3vZq

New EU rules will make voting easier for EU mobile citizens. ECAS has contributed to this outcome over the past few years through awareness campaigns, a voting app, and focus groups, which provided recommendations reflected in the newly amended Directive 94/80/EC. Learn more:

Meet Lana, Andreas & Siro — volunteers behind #EuropeanCitizensInitiatives on: ⚖️ abortion rights 🌱 cleaner air 🏛️ sustainable housing Despite the reality that they juggle their personal lives with working unpaid, they are changing Europe 💪. Read: buff.ly/Sv9iF97

The Public Affairs Summit is coming to Brussels on 5–6 November 2025! 🎤 Assya Kavrakova, our Executive Director, will join as a keynote speaker on 6 November at 14:00 in the panel: “NGOs and the EU: Do They Still Shape the Agenda?” Learn more here: buff.ly/Wa35U0E

Join this unique online discussion on voting rights for EU mobile citizens in Portugal, crucial before the municipal elections on October 12, 2025. 🗓️ September 10, 2025 ⏰ 14:00 - 15:30 GMT+1 🗣️ Language: Portuguese Register here 👉 buff.ly/mUaY577

On 16 October 2025 at 12:30 CET, join a practical webinar on the path to success with the ECI. This one-hour webinar will showcase real-world ECI campaigns and offer an opportunity to present what success can look like in practice. Register now: buff.ly/1oJ4lhf

Did you get a new job in an EU country different from the one where you live? If so, you are a cross-border commuter. This can affect your healthcare, family benefits, and taxes. Need help? Ask the legal experts at Your Europe Advice for free advice: buff.ly/3SVJToK

To address the restrictions hindering its effectiveness, EU civil society needs a strong Civil Society Strategy to safeguard civic space and empower CSOs as democratic partners. ECAS has a 10-point plan for the European Commission:

ERIC is ready to offer guidance to help you understand where you should be paying taxes and avoid being taxed twice. Because taxation is not regulated at an EU level, you'll need to navigate individual national laws, which can be complicated. Ask ERIC: buff.ly/DCXoiWZ

📅 One week left! Join our online focus group on voting rights for mobile citizens in Portugal. ECAS is hosting the event on September 10 to empower you to get involved in politics in your host country. Register now! 👉 buff.ly/yEpwe60

Join the ECAS Awards on teleworking! Is remote work from various EU locations crucial for your productivity and well-being? Share your views to win a trip to Brussels for the ceremony and a €400 prize. We want to hear from you: buff.ly/5FF1UjP

🚨 The newsletter is back 🚨 With summer coming to an end, September marks the return of the ECAS newsletter! Stay tuned for updates on our latest EU projects, events, reports and campaigns. Not subscribed yet? Sign up now and never miss an update: buff.ly/pFQmwTq

⏳ Last day to apply for the Innovation for Democracy Pitch Competition in Leuven, Belgium, from 3-5 October 2025. Contribute to a progressive Europe and help redefine democracy with technology. Compete for a €2,000 prize: buff.ly/P1YcAMG

🐾 Traveling with your pet in the EU? Ensure you know the rules for animals. Learn more: buff.ly/lg228Bi. YEA's legal experts offer free help: buff.ly/3SVJToK

📅 On 10 September 2025, ECAS is hosting an online focus group, conducted in Portuguese, to empower EU mobile citizens by raising awareness of their right to vote and encouraging them to engage in the politics of their host countries. Register here: ecas.org/focus-group-...

Teleworkers have the same rights and conditions as on-site colleagues, including access to training, career development, and social protections. Have questions about teleworking in the EU? 👉 Ask ERIC: buff.ly/KxfhJMx

Teleworking is here to stay, which can raise some questions: 💼 Are EU rights and laws keeping pace? 🏠 Are workplaces evolving to support this new way of life? Share your thoughts in the ECAS Awards 2025: buff.ly/Nax5wh7

⏳1 week left to apply for the ''Innovation for Democracy Pitch Competition''. 👉 Help shape the future of civic engagement in the digital age 🧠 Collaborate with top experts in policy, tech, and civil society Learn more: buff.ly/jIUQiX1

🤔 Thinking of moving to another EU country? Make sure you understand your residence rights! Gain clarity and confidence with our Freedom of Movement course—designed to demystify residence rights legislation and help you navigate EU mobility with ease. 🎓 Enrol today: buff.ly/oNzNmKi

🤖 ERIC is ECAS’s AI-powered Rights Information Centre for EU citizens! Navigating EU teleworking rules as a digital nomad, cross-border commuter, or remote worker? ERIC simplifies everything so you can focus on your work (and your adventures). 🔗 buff.ly/KxfhJMx

🏖️ Confused about your pension? To access your pension, you'll need to know the eligibility conditions and apply to the pension authority in the country where you're living or where you last worked. Your Europe Advice is here to answer your questions: bit.ly/3DtLGHE

👨💻 Let’s use technology and innovation to leave slow European democracy in the past. Think you’ve got what it takes? Join our Innovation for Democracy Pitch Competition, taking place from 3–5 October in Leuven, Belgium! ⌛ Time is running out to apply: ecas.org/call-for-exp...

Today is World Entrepreneurship Day! Meet Ben, a passionate baker who turned his dream into reality by moving from Belgium to Italy to pursue his love for baking. His journey is a testament to the power of following your passion — across borders. 📺 : buff.ly/qfOTSQr

Curious about your voting rights in Portugal? Join ECAS's online focus group in Portuguese on 10 September, 14:00-15:30 GMT+1. Learn about your rights as an EU mobile citizen and get motivated to participate in your host country's politics. Register here: buff.ly/lYhxwwR

Forget the Grammys and Oscars—it's civic society's time to shine. This year, we ask if teleworking from other places in the EU is crucial for your professional productivity and personal well-being. Become a nominee for the ECAS Awards 2025 today: buff.ly/tuc48of

Join us in Leuven, Belgium on 3-5 October for the the "Innovation for Democracy" Pitch Competition and do-develop ideas to enhance democratic processes across Europe. Register now while spots are still open and compete for a €2,000 prize: buff.ly/P1YcAMG

Teleworking rights allow EU citizens and their families to live and work in any EU Member State. However, managing complex rules can be challenging. The ECAS European Rights Centre (ERIC) offers support to confidently navigate these rights: buff.ly/JyrpaDq

Are you interested in discussing voting rights for mobile citizens in Portugal? 📅 On 10 September 2025, ECAS is hosting an online focus group in Portuguese to explore how to strengthen political participation for EU mobile citizens. Register now: buff.ly/e7CLSRN

Even the tiniest travellers must have the right papers when crossing borders — yes, even within the EU! 🪪 Our legal experts at Your Europe Advice offer free, personalised help on travel rules and documents. Ask your question here: buff.ly/3SVJToK

EU citizens and their families enjoy special rights—but who exactly benefits, and what are the rules? Our Freedom of Movement online course gives you a clear, beginner-friendly overview of entry rights and who qualifies. 👉 Enrol today: buff.ly/BvjitZl

This #InternationalYouthDay, we highlight the gap in youth participation in policy-making. On the ECAS podcast, our colleague Marta Azevedo Silva talks with Laurentiu Plosceanu, VP of the EESC, about empowering young voters and creating future leaders. Listen: buff.ly/FX29NvP

🍄 Can psychedelics heal? The PsychedeliCare initiative urges the EU to back research and regulated access to treatments using substances like magic mushrooms and MDMA. 🔗 Read more: citizens-initiative-forum.europa.eu/citizens-exp...

Today is the final day to participate in the @mores-project.bsky.social crowdsourcing! From climate change and migration to food safety and the war in Ukraine, we want to hear from you! 💬 How have you been feeling? 🗣️ Share your views before midnight: buff.ly/dOaSC3s

The ECAS Awards 2025 invites you to share your thoughts on teleworking in the EU and its impact on your productivity and well-being. Participate for a chance to win €400 and a trip to Brussels for the Awards Ceremony. Share your opinion: buff.ly/p3WLWlx

Do you have questions related to teleworking in the EU? ERIC has the answers! Talk to ERIC here 👉 buff.ly/7aHesZX