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Interview with the European Network for Independent Living on parents with disabilities

Interview with the European Network for Independent Living on parents with disabilities

The COFACE Disability Platform for the rights of persons with disabilities and their families has carried out a review of EU policies in the fields of employment and work-life balance, to assess whether they provide for targeted measures in support to working parents with disabilities. We had the pleasure of discussing the results of the review with Kamil Goungor from the European Network for Independent Living.

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European Care Alliance kicks off 2026

European Care Alliance kicks off 2026

The European Care Alliance is a group of 20+ civil society organisations and social economy organisations representing and supporting persons with disabilities, persons in need of care, and their families, service providers in the long-term care sector, health and social partners. It was set up in January 2024 to support implementation of the European Care Strategy.

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European Semester Autumn Package: Shaping socio-economic policies for 2025

European Semester Autumn Package: Shaping socio-economic policies for 2025

The European Commission’s European Semester Autumn Package, published in December 2024, initiates a new cycle of the European Semester, providing a comprehensive overview of the socio-economic landscape, identifying key priorities and risks, and offering policy guidance to assist EU Member States in achieving shared objectives in 2025.

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Unapei Vice-President speaks on navigating the complex roles of parent and caregiver in “Mon Inséparable”

Unapei Vice-President speaks on navigating the complex roles of parent and caregiver in “Mon Inséparable”

For the release of the French movie titled “Mon Inséparable”, Elisabeth Lammers, vice-president of Unapei (a COFACE Disability Platform member organisation), was invited on the radio channel, France Inter. Alongside the lead actor and director, Elisabeth Lammers stressed Unapei's commitment to empowering people with disabilities.

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AGF comments on the EU proposed measures against online Child Sexual Abuse

AGF comments on the EU proposed measures against online Child Sexual Abuse

In May 2022, the EU Commission proposed the European Child Sexual Abuse Regulation (CSA-R), to prevent and combat child sexual abuse. This proposal is currently the subject of debate at both European and national level and in its comment paper, AGF highlights remarks on specific measures within the EU Commission proposal.

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