Follow us

Generic filters
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Generic filters
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
20 Dec, 2018

What the EU does for you

Blue piece of COFACE star

In this section, we collect links to show what the EU has done for you, your country, region or field of interest.

What has the EU done so far?
What can the Eu do for me?

  • What Europe does for me (in all 24 languages): How does Europe affect our everyday lives? How does it impact our jobs, our families, our health care, our hobbies, our journeys, our security, our consumer choices and our social rights? And how is Europe present in our towns, cities and regions? This is a living website and we will add more material in more EU languages over the coming months.
  • Debunking EU myths (in all 24 languages): Debunk myths of the Frequently Asked Questions put to Parliament’s Spokesperson’s Department. How do Members of European Parliament work, how much are they paid, and what are their expenses? Answers to these and other frequently-asked questions about Parliament’s working methods and running costs are set out in this FAQ section. The sections below contain a wide range of information about the day-to-day running of the Parliament as well as about the elections, the work of MEPs, the setting up of political groups and much more.
  • Your EU Social Rights: Did you know you have rights that protect you at work? Rights that are there to safeguard you when job hunting. Rights that exist throughout your career and family life, whatever your age, gender, disability status, background or sexual orientation.
  • The Geography of the EU Discontent: A series of short papers on regional research and indicators produced by the Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy.

Related Posts

#AllFamiliesSpeakOutPosition papersPublications
State Of The European Union for Families: COFACE assessment of the European Union’s work from 2019-2024

State Of The European Union for Families: COFACE assessment of the European Union’s work from 2019-2024

In 2019, COFACE Families Europe mobilised voters locally through its member organisations (representing families of all types, without discrimination). These recommendations are addressed at EU-level policymakers in the European Commission, European Parliament and Council of the EU, from whom we expect joint leadership to ensure tangible results for Europe’s citizens.  It is on this basis that we have assessed the European Union's work from 2019 to 2024, and how it contributes to achieving eight positive outcomes for families of today.

Read More

#AllFamiliesSpeakOutNews
ACT NOW FOR FAMILIES OF TODAY

ACT NOW FOR FAMILIES OF TODAY

COFACE has the ambition to shape together a strong social Europe fit for families and foster a European society that is more inclusive, offers equal opportunities and brings everyone forward.
In preparation of the next European elections on 6-9th June 2024, here are ten specific actions we would like to see integrated in the programme of the European Union.

Read More

News
The European Commission’s guide on good electoral practices for persons with disabilities

The European Commission’s guide on good electoral practices for persons with disabilities

Ahead of the upcoming 2024 European elections, the European Commission published a guide  on good electoral practices for persons with disabilities which was published in December 2023. The guide, as announced in the Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030, presents an overview of good electoral practices from different Member States aiming to further improve participation of citizens with disabilities in the electoral process. 

Read More