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AI and New Technologies for Inclusion: EPR Annual Conference 2024 Report
The accessible and ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in services for people with disabilities has long been on EPR’s ‘radar’, with efforts to ensure our community can harness the full benefits of the technology. Against the backdrop of rapid developments in both EU regulatory frameworks and technological advancements, EPR hosted its Annual Conference 2024 […]
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Summary of EPR Key Inputs to the European Commission’s Study on Alternative Models of Employment for Persons with Disabilities
The upcoming European Commission “Study on alternative employment models for persons with disabilities: Set-up, working conditions and pathways to the open labour market in inclusive enterprises and sheltered workshops” is part of the deliverables included in the Disability Employment Package within the European Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030. It addresses the […]
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Pathways to Independent Living
This EPR publication is aimed at national and EU decision-makers and it provides insights and recommendations on how to operationalise the principles of independent living, at a time where the transition away from institutional settings and towards more accessible, non-segregated ones is high in the EU disability agenda. Access the Publication here.
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EPR Briefing – Building Quality Services: Improving Support for People with Disabilities in Europe
This Briefing provides recommendations to guide the development and implementation of the European Commission’s upcoming Framework on Social Services of Excellence for persons with disabilities. The Framework aims to improve the quality of social services for persons with disabilities, aligning with the European Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030 and focusing on […]
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EPR Environmental and Sustainability Strategy
EPR aims to support members in their efforts to be more sustainable organisations, as well as to improve the sustainability of the network and the secretariat’s activities and operations. We periodically update the EPR Environmental and Sustainability Strategy to ensure it is up to current standards. Consult our reviewed Environmental and Sustainability Strategy 2024 here.
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Calendar of EPR Events 2025
You can consult our calendar of events 2025 here for key EPR events and meetings. The calendar is regularly updated as dates and timings are confirmed.
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EPR Briefing on the Ethical Use of AI in Services for Persons with Disabilities
As the development and deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) rapidly increase, the ethical implications of these technologies are being questioned and analysed by experts, given the far-reaching impact on livelihoods of European citizens. Within this context, social services need to be supported by the EU and national governments to harness the power of AI tools; […]
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EPR Annual Report 2023
The EPR Annual Report 2023 brings together a comprehensive overview of our activities, strategic initiatives and achievements undertaken over the past year. It reflects our unwavering commitment to our mission, values, and the communities we serve. Read the report here.
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Short Briefing on the Social Economy Action Plan (SEAP)
The Social Economy Action Plan, published by the European Commission in December 2021, follows on from the Commission’s 2011 Social Business Initiative, and includes many initiatives that aim to support the social economy. This briefing outlines the most relevant initiatives for social economy organisations, associations and social enterprises working with people with a disability. Read […]
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Short Briefing on the EU Care Strategy 2022: One year after the adoption
The European Care Strategy was launched by the European Commission in 2022. It is the first Strategy developed by the EU on the topic of care and it aims to strengthen the resilience of European care systems and improve the conditions of care givers and care receivers. Key areas of action include working conditions and […]
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EQUASS
The European Quality in Social Services (EQUASS) is an initiative of the European Platform for Rehabilitation (EPR). EQUASS enhances the social sector by engaging social service providers in continuous improvement, learning and development, in order to guarantee service users quality of services throughout Europe.
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