Civil Society Europe, together with other civil society organisations, published a Q&A document to answer key questions about the scope of the proposed Directive on third-country interest representation. The document covers the Directive’s implications for foreign interference in Europe; foreign interest representation legislation outside of the EU; disinformation, media and social media; civic space; and research and academic freedom.

In 2004, the EESC Liaison Group with European civil society organisations and networks held its constitutive meeting. This laid the foundation for the first-ever forum for regular dialogue between an EU institution and external civil society networks. 20 years on, the Liaison Group stands strong as a reliable and trusted partner, offering consistent value and expertise to the EESC. Join them on 11 December to celebrate their  journey.

On 12 November, Philea and the European Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ECNL) will organise a webinar to introduce you to the scope and content of the new Anti-Money Launder / Countering the Financing of Terrorism package and explore (potential) implications, as well as opportunities for advocacy to minimise negative effects. 

The European Commission launched a communication campaign to promote the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme. The campaign aims to raise awareness among citizens, organizations, and public authorities about the CERV programme and its goals, how it can benefit them and how it addresses critical issues like equality, rights, and democratic values, which are fundamental to the well-being of European societies.