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European Parliament’s position paves the way for ambitious European Disability Card

The European Parliament’s official position on the proposed Directive for a European Disability Card and a European Parking Card adopted by unanimity in a vote at the Employment and Social Affairs Committee is very appreciated. The position reflects the demands of persons with disabilities. It also means that negotiations between the EU institutions on the final text can now begin, the final phase of the EU decision-making procedure.

Jan 19, 2024 | 1 min read

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Our wishes for a peaceful, healthy and successful 2024

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.

Jan 19, 2024 | 2 min read

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UNAF France call for Universal family policy amidst the French immigration bill

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.

Jan 19, 2024 | 2 min read

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Guaranteeing a healthy nutrition for all children in the European Union

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.

Jan 19, 2024 | 2 min read

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Eurostat: New indicators on childcare participation and intensity

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.

Jan 19, 2024 | 1 min read

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KMOP’s Better-Balance Guide – A Resource for Work-Life Balance

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.

Jan 19, 2024 | 1 min read

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Key findings: Family diversity and access to social rights

In October 2023, COFACE and UNAF Spain co-hosted a European expert meeting on family diversity and making social rights accessible to all types of families. The...

Jan 18, 2024 | 2 min read

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Online capacity-building on EU funding and social services for families

A representative from the Helpdesk on EU funds for social services (run by EASPD) will provide an overview of key funds and how they support the development of social services linked to the implementation of different European strategies.

Jan 16, 2024 | 1 min read

Life-long learning: Bringing the family perspective to the education field

This expert meeting brought together speakers from Ireland and Europe to help pave the way for family-centred education and learning systems. The expert meeting will be an opportunity to spotlight the diversity of educational approaches by featuring professionals working with families in different EU countries, to share their insights on developing learning materials by-with-for families.

Jan 16, 2024 | 2 min read

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European Parliament’s position paves the way for ambitious European Disability Card

Our wishes for a peaceful, healthy and successful 2024

UNAF France call for Universal family policy amidst the French immigration bill

Guaranteeing a healthy nutrition for all children in the European Union

Eurostat: New indicators on childcare participation and intensity

KMOP’s Better-Balance Guide – A Resource for Work-Life Balance

Key findings: Family diversity and access to social rights

Online capacity-building on EU funding and social services for families

Life-long learning: Bringing the family perspective to the education field

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+32 2 500 56 90

secretariat@coface-eu.org

Members' Forum

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