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The European Parliament’s own Initiative Report on mental health was approved at the plenary session on December 13th in Strasbourg. This report stands as the European Parliaments response to the European Commission’s Communication on a Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health. The report emphasises the socio-economic and environmental determinants of mental health, and stresses that policies […]
The annual survey of the EU Pact for Skills reveals positive outcomes in advancing skills training across Europe. Key findings include 2 million people benefiting from up- and re-skilling activities, 15,500 training programs being updated or developed, and €160 million invested by Pact members in skills initiatives. The Pact for Skills brings together various stakeholders […]
The European Commission in collaboration with the European Disability Forum organised the annual conference on the occasion of the European Day of Persons with Disabilities that took place on 2 and 3 December 2021. The conference was focused on the current challenges, specifically in access to healthcare and in digital transformation. It also included a […]
Among other topics, this General Assembly will discuss and approve the 2020 accounts and annual activity report, as well as vote on an application for membership. The link to register can be found below. This is a member-only event. The agenda will be circulated to members. This event receives financial support from the […]
On December 3rd, EPR hosted its annual Public Affairs Event in Brussels from 9.00 to 13.00. It was focused around the role of social economy employment models as tools to implement the European Pillar of Social Rights and Active Inclusion. ‘A tool for Active Inclusion of People with Disabilities – Social Economy Employment Models‘. EPR […]
The European Commission published the Winter Package on 27 February 2019, which includes 28 country reports assessing the socio-economic situation of each Member State. The Winter Package is part of the European Semester, which is an annual cycle of economic policy coordination at the EU level. Every year, EPR analyses the Country Reports and provides […]
“Nothing about us, without us” calls for a meaningful participation of people with disabilities in matters that directly relate to them and can influence their lives for more social, educational and labour market inclusion. Improving policies and programmes for the full inclusion of young people with disability can ensure that they can develop capacities and […]
Meet the EPR Secretariat Based in Brussels, the Secretariat acts as the interface with EPR member organisations and with external stakeholders. Alicia Gómez CamposSecretary General Spoken languages: Spanish, English and French Alicia serves as the influential voice of our organization in Brussels and across Europe. She is responsible for maintaining strong member relationships, expanding our […]
At its 536th plenary session, held on the 11th and 12th of July 2018, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) discussed the fight against discrimination and violence against women with disabilities. They comprise 16% of the female population in Europe, which amounts to over 40 million women and girls. The discussions covered from the everyday issues women […]