Here you will see news from Europe, from civil society, from research, highlighting emerging trends from local to international level relevant for families of today.
In March 2026, the European Commission adopted its first Strategy on Intergenerational Fairness, to further develop the reflex of long-term thinking in EU policymaking, while giving greater weight to the views and concerns of young people.
COFACE member organisation UNAF - Unión de Asociaciones Familiares has developed a practical guide to support families in preventing the excessive or harmful use of technology.
The European Parliament established the Interest Group on Civil Society Organisations in October 2025. It brings together Members of the European Parliament from across political groups.
As we kick off the year, our president, Annemie Drieskens, shared a hopeful message along with warm New Year wishes.
We wish you and your family a prosperous New Year filled with collaboration, unity and continued efforts for our beloved Europe—one where families are at the forefront, and their health and wellbeing take center stage in our collective actions.
France recently introduced a new immigration bill, and in response, COFACE Member Unaf conveyed in a press release its opposition to certain measures within the legislation, emphasising the importance of a universal approach to family policy.
On World Children's Day 2023, the Spanish presidency organised an event in San Sebastián aimed at strengthening the commitment to providing school meals, building upon the foundation laid by the European Child Guarantee. COFACE Families Europe was represented at this conference by Spanish COFACE Board member, Amaia Echevarría, Director of UNAF Spain.
As of December 2023, Eurostat introduced a novel indicator titled 'Children in formal childcare or education by age group and duration.' This indicator aims to provide insights into the participation patterns of children aged 3 years to the minimum compulsory school age in formal childcare or education within the European Union.
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought with it a series of challenges. One of these includes the effect it has taken on women and their work-life balance. The Balance Project, of which COFACE member KMOP is part of, aims to support and equip women and their workplace leaders to better manage work-life balance.
In 2020, the European Parliament requested the European Commission to carry out a pilot project on the “Role of the minimum wage in establishing the Universal Labour Guarantee”. Eurofound was entrusted with the implementation of this pilot project (2021–2023). This report examines non-compliance with minimum wage legislation and how Member States approach enforcement.
