Travelling with your furry friend this holiday season? 🐾 Make sure they have an EU Pet Passport! What it includes: 🐶 your pet’s details; 🐱 its microchip or tattoo number; 🐶 your pet's rabies vaccination record; 🐱 yours and your vet’s contact info. #PetPassport ℹ️ europa.eu/!RBMtV6

Only 35% of people in the EU repair their products. Are you one of them? Thanks to the #Right2Repair rules, repair is becoming easier. We helped make #EUCivilSociety voices heard from the very start of the law-making process. This holiday season let’s repair & reuse. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/dcvf3B

💠 A Union of resilience. 💠 We aim to deliver a resilient, inclusive agri-food system. Under our new @eesc-president.bsky.social’s mandate, we will: ✅ rural proof EU policies; ✅ prioritise holistic rural strategies; ✅ advocate for resilient CAP post-2027. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC #EESCPriorities

Migration is about people. On #MigrantsDay, we recognise their contribution to our society. This was at the heart of our #EUMigrationForum, co-organised with the @ec.europa.eu. We call for: 🔸simpler legal pathways; 🔸EU funding to help migrants readily enter the job market. 👉 link.europa.eu/C4JrPK

We welcome the @ec.europa.eu's first-ever #AffordableHousing Plan. We stand ready to support its implementation, as we called for: 🏘️ reforming state aid rules; 🏘️ a coordinated EU approach; 🏘️ an EU Housing Action Plan. Our @eesc-president.bsky.social's statement: link.europa.eu/vqtTXN

Travelling in the EU this holiday season? With EU roaming rules, you can use your mobile plan to: 📞 call or text and with no extra charges; 📞 enjoy your mobile data everywhere in the EU; 📞 stay connected just like at home. #Roaming

Europe needs a stronger #SingleMarket. Our key recommendations to the @ec.europa.eu: 🔹removing territorial supply constraints; 🔹leveraging standardisation to drive integration and innovation; 🔹expanding the single market to strategic sectors such as energy and finance. More: link.europa.eu/gYNyVh

Safe toys = happy holidays. 🎄 We welcome the new Toy Safety Regulation, since we have long been calling for: 🎠 stronger bans on harmful chemicals; 🎠 a digital passport; 🎠 measures for traditional toys; 🎠 stronger surveillance on imported toys. Know more → europa.eu/!xFhP7y #ToySafety

A Union of resilience. Sustainable growth across all regions & generations is key for a resilient Union. With our @eesc-president.bsky.social, we will: ✅ work for a future-proof #MFF; ✅ contribute to the EU Quality Jobs Agenda; ✅ advance the digital & green transitions. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC

10 years ago, the #ParisAgreement was adopted. Since then, actions have not been enough to keep global warming within 1.5°C. At #COP30, we kept #EUCivilSociety at the heart of the debate, but the lack of a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels is deeply concerning. More: link.europa.eu/MQpx6k

Journalists’ working conditions in Europe are increasingly under threat. This endangers citizens’ access to reliable, pluralistic, and independent information. We welcome the #EuropeanMediaFreedomAct and urge its implementation. #MediaFreedom More: link.europa.eu/VBWtXF

Human rights are core to our shared European values. On #HumanRights day, and as part of the @fra.europa.eu's Platform, we reinforce our commitment to protect #EUCivilSociety rights: 🇪🇺 freedom of association, assembly, expression; 🇪🇺 non-discrimination; 🇪🇺 rule of law. More: link.europa.eu/NPfbPk

Time to save the date! 📅 Our #CivSocWeek 2026 will take place from 2–5 March. Once again this year, the event will gather #EUCivilSociety, institutions and stakeholders to explore how people, democracy and resilience must shape Europe’s future. Find out more ➡️ @eesccivsocrel.bsky.social

Water is life, but it is not infinite. At the first EU #WaterResilience Forum, we: 💧 launched the Water Resilience Stakeholder Platform to turn ideas into action; 💧 reaffirmed our commitment to the #EUBlueDeal. Together, we can make real progress possible. More: link.europa.eu/qr8Q36

United in diversity, under one flag. 🇪🇺 70 years ago, the @coe.int introduced the European flag: twelve golden stars on a blue field. Once adopted by the @consilium.europa.eu, it became more than just a flag: it became a symbol of unity, purpose, and of the future we keep building together.

Europe is experiencing a growing water crisis. Join us for the EU’s first #WaterResilience Forum to hear how we can: 💧turn the European Water Resilience Strategy into action; 💧shape the path to a water-resilient Europe. Tune in live: link.europa.eu/ffcP6y #WaterWiseEU

Volunteers strengthen our communities every day. On International #VolunteerDay, we recognise the role of volunteers in supporting our society. We call for: ❤ stronger support to volunteering organisations; ❤ opportunities for everyone willing to contribute. ℹ️link.europa.eu/bxYTpm

The next #MFF needs to be bigger and decentralised. Following the @ec.europa.eu's #EUBudget proposal, at our #EESCPlenary, we warn that it could: 🔹 lead to excessive centralisation in the management of EU funds; 🔹 limit #EUCivilSociety consultation. Read more: link.europa.eu/qx9G6W

Our December #EESCPlenary continues! 🇪🇺 Follow our discussions & votes on: 🤝 the conclusion after @cop30brazil.bsky.social, with our youth delegate to COP, Samira Ben Ali; 🗳️ justice, energy and #Ukraine. Tune in: link.europa.eu/Vcqtrx

Our December #EESCPlenary has started! Follow our discussions on the: ‍🤝 International Year of Cooperatives, with Jeroen Douglas, @icacoop.bsky.social Director-General; 💶 next #MFF, with @piotrserafin.bsky.social, EU Commissioner for Budget. Tune in live: link.europa.eu/Vcqtrx

Inclusive society is one of our priorities. On the International Persons with Disabilities Day we reaffirm our commitment to build a #UnionOfEquality by: ♿ addressing the gaps in the #EUDisabilityCard & freedom of movement; ♿ building on the Disability Employment Package. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/6KQ8Tn

Tomorrow is #EESCPlenary day! Our members, joined by several guests, will debate on the: 🤝 role of industrial cooperatives; 💶 #MFF; 🌍 @cop30nobrasil.bsky.social's outcomes & #ParisAgreement 10th anniversary. Tune in! 👉 link.europa.eu/6tR3q8

On #WorldAidsDay we call for: 🔴 #HIV-related stigma & discrimination to be at the top of the EU political agenda; 🔴 more ambitious prevention targets. Our recommendations: link.europa.eu/Hb7Bgy #AIDS

The 10th #EUMigrationForum is over. We called for: 🔸 simpler & less fragmented legal pathways; 🔸 EU funding to help migrants & refugees to enter the job market effectively; 🔸 recognising #EUCivilSociety as the best place to advocate for rights & protection of migrants. More: link.europa.eu/C4JrPK

There is no more time to waste. 🌍 @cop30nobrasil.bsky.social Brasil ended, & while strengthening the Paris Agreement, it showed that a clear path to phase out fossil fuels is still needed. Our delegation ensured #EUCivilSociety's voice was heard to deliver the climate action our planet deserves.

🔹 A Union of security. 🔹 Our @eesc-president.bsky.social puts the #PreparednessUnion Strategy at the heart of our work. We will: ✅ involve #EUCivilSociety from candidate countries in cooperation plans on preparedness; ✅ integrate resilience into our bilateral partnerships. → link.europa.eu/c3gtBC

Our #EUMigrationForum is starting now! Join us for: 🔸 Commissioner @magnusbrunner.bsky.social & our @eesc-president.bsky.social's speeches; 🔸 a debate on the positive models of integration; 🔸 a panel on what helps migrants to enter the job market. 🔴 Tune in live: link.europa.eu/ww3Yrv

Our #EESCPlenary is almost here! On 3-4 December 2025, our members will take part in debates on: 💶 the next #MFF; 🏛️ the role of industrial cooperatives for EU's competitiveness; 🌍 @cop30nobrasil.bsky.social & the 10th anniversary of the #ParisAgreement. Don't miss it! ℹ️ link.europa.eu/6tR3q8

End violence. Inspire change. Tonight, we light our bridge in orange to stand with women affected by violence. A secure Europe begins with protecting women’s rights. #OrangeTheWorld #GenderEquality

That's what we aim for the #EUCivilSociety Strategy. ✅ The first proposal by the @ec.europa.eu aligns with our vision. We welcome the Civil Society Platform planned for 2026. In July, we proposed a pilot to: 📢 guide dialogues; 📢 host annual conferences; 📢 monitor progress. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/RKNqtH

One month ago, our new mandate began. With 329 members representing workers, employers & civil society organisations, we will strengthen: 🇪🇺 democracy; 🇪🇺 social justice; 🇪🇺 and civic trust. Our members are already shaping priorities & giving voice to #EUCivilSociety. → link.europa.eu/KGdQWY

Thank you @president.europarl.europa.eu for today's very positive exchange. We agreed to deepen cooperation between @eesc.bsky.social and @europarl.europa.eu, including on tackling poverty and #EUEnlargement. Looking forward to continuing our collaboration.

Great to welcome Séamus Boland to @europarl.europa.eu and congratulate him in person on his election as President of the European Economic and Social Committee. In our meeting, I reaffirmed our commitment to working closely with EESC to build a more inclusive Europe for all.

FRA Director Sirpa Rautio & EESC President Séamus Boland signed an agreement enabling the @eesc.bsky.social to join FRA’s Fundamental Rights Platform as an observer. A key and timely step in strengthening #CivilSociety support & engagement in line with the EU's new Civil Society Strategy.

@samirabenali.bsky.social @csogroupeesc.bsky.social @workers-eesc.bsky.social @employers-eesc.bsky.social

🤝Today, the @eesc.bsky.social delegation met with African Union ECOSOCC to strengthen our long-standing EU–Africa civil society partnership🌍 🔑 Key points discussed: 🟢Enhancing joint positions in global fora 🟡Exchanging best practices on civil society consultation 🔴Ongoing and future collaboration

🥁 @eesc.bsky.social delegation attending #COP30 🌎 🗓 What’s ahead this week? - speaking slots at side-events - daily bilateral meetings - active participation in major groups - EU delegation exchanges 🌳Meet the team:🌲 link.europa.eu/FDQnXd 🌴

On #WorldChildrenDay, we are listening to EU’s youngest voices. Too many still face poverty & exclusion. Under our @eesc-president.bsky.social mandate, we will: 🔹 raise the emotional health crisis; 🔹 promote EU data-sharing; 🔹 support the Action Plan against Cyberbullying. 👉 link.europa.eu/c3gtBC

A Union of security. 🇪🇺 Our @eesc-president.bsky.social will put democratic values and civil society at the heart of our work. We aim to build a true Union of Security by: ✅ fighting disinformation; ✅ promoting equality; ✅ empowering #EUCivilSociety. Work programme: link.europa.eu/c3gtBC

🤝 @eesc.bsky.social delegation & UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean discussed today: 🔸 #SustainableDevelopment, climate issues and just transition, including challenges in our regions 🔹role of civil society in #ClimateAction and opportunities for collaboration #COP30

Young people must be at the centre of climate decisions. 🌎 Our Youth Delegate will represent young Europeans at @cop30brazil.bsky.social, pushing for: 🌱driving a fair & just transition; 🌱phasing-out fossil fuels; 🌱strengthening participatory decision-making. ℹ️http://link.europa.eu/7v9Cf3

Equal work deserves equal pay. On #EqualPayDay, we stress the need for action. We are committed to: ♀️ making equality part of all decisions; ♀️ pushing for budgets for everyone’s needs; ♀️ defending fair care systems and democracy. 🔍 Data from: Eurostat, 2025 #EUCivilSociety

❓What would you like to see at #COP30? Watch the @eesc.bsky.social delegation's answers in the video below! 🌎Belém, EU civil society representatives are coming with their messages: 🟢Compromise 🔴Commitment 🟣Ambition 👉Find more about the key EESC's messages and contributions: link.europa.eu/dvqHyh

Keeping #EUEnlargement high on the agenda is key. 🇪🇺 Our Enlargement Candidate Members initiative turns this into action. It brings together 147 civil society representatives from EU candidate countries, working with our members on key EU policies. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/PtkvXFA

Europe’s workforce is changing – are we ready for tomorrow? Tune in live for the “Building the workforce of tomorrow” event with @ec.europa.eu starting now to learn more about: ✅quality jobs; ✅inclusive participation; ✅competitive economy. We are live: link.europa.eu/rbFhDk

A Union of Opportunities. 🇪🇺 Europe’s future depends on young people’s voices. Under our new @eesc-president.bsky.social's mandate, we will: ✅ support & defend youth organisations; ✅ promote emotional health & safer digital spaces. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC #EESCPriorities

The planet is calling for action, and we are answering that call: #COP30 has started.🌎 We are joining the EU Delegation to call for: 🌱 building resilient agri-food systems; 🌱 promoting biodiversity and water; 🌱 ensuring a just transition. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/rmmpjv @cop30brazil.bsky.social

¡Muchas gracias, Aquí Europa! 🇪🇸 🇪🇺 We are deeply honoured by this recognition of our efforts to make the EU more participative and closer to citizens. We will continue to be the voice of organised civil society in Europe. #EUCivilSociety @eesc-president.bsky.social

Protecting water is key. The recent @consilium.europa.eu Environment conclusions on the Water Resilience Strategy align with our #EUBlueDeal call by recognising: 💧 water resilience across all sectors; 💧 water security as a priority. More of our recommendations👉 link.europa.eu/7TrhPY

A Union of opportunities. 🇪🇺 No time to waste tackling #SocialExclusion. Under our new @eesc-president.bsky.social mandate, we will: ✅ support the EU Affordable Housing Plan; ✅ tackle the #CostOfLiving crisis; ✅ help reduce homelessness. ℹ️ link.europa.eu/c3gtBC #EESCPriorities