social policies Archives | COFACE Families Europe

New European study brings the voice of families to the fore on need for a more robust approach to supporting families

Dec 13, 2023 | News

The rEUsilience project under Horizon Europe (with COFACE as an intergral partner), has recently presented its latest findings from focus groups involving over 300 family members across six European countries (Belgium, Croatia, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom). These insights delve into the realities families encounter amidst socio-economic risks like job loss and substantial care responsibilities.

No Family Left in the Cold: Europe must build more inclusive energy systems

Sep 19, 2023 | Media Releases, News

As international stakeholders gather in Warsaw today for the International Annual Conference on Energy Poverty to address the multifaceted challenges of energy poverty, it is crucial for the EU and its governments to act swiftly for a families-sensitive approach to energy policy and planning. This includes integrated policy solutions that combine energy and social policies which are vital in preparation for the winter ahead. COFACE has developed a policy brief.

POLICY BRIEF. A families-sensitive approach in European and national measures to tackle energy poverty

Sep 19, 2023 | Policy Briefs, Publications

The EU and its governments must act swiftly for a families-sensitive approach to energy policy and planning. This includes integrated policy solutions that combine energy and social policies - these are vital in addressing the multifaceted nature of energy poverty....

European Semester 2023 Reports: Spotlight on Measures to Boost Resilience of Families

Jun 21, 2023 | News

The Commission presented the annual European Semester Spring Package on 24 May 2023. The Package includes a Communication, country reports and country-specific recommendations for all 27 Member States, in-depth reviews for 17 Member States, and a Commission proposal on guidelines for Member States’ employment policies in 2023.

Shaping a Strong Social Europe fit for Families of Today – COFACE 2022 Annual Report

Jun 21, 2023 | News

As we reflect on the past year, we cannot ignore the unprecedented circumstances that shaped our journey. Throughout this transformative year, our unwavering ambition has been to shape a robust social Europe that truly caters to the needs of families.

Eurobarometer survey shows 55% of Europeans think their governments should spend more on family policies

Mar 9, 2023 | News

The Eurobarometer is a collection of cross-country public opinion surveys conducted regularly on behalf of the EU Institutions since 1974. In a newly released Eurobarometer survey, it is revealed that most EU citizens overwhelmingly support strong action at EU and national level and more social spending.

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