September 26, 2024 Last Tuesday, Ursula von der Leyen introduced her proposed team of EU Commissioners for 2024-2029, featuring 27 old and new faces, including six Executive Vice-Presidents who will shape the direction of the European Commission for the next five years. In her announcement, von der Leyen emphasized portfolios built around “prosperity, security, and…
Building a fair and sustainable WORLD together Together, we can build a Europe that protects people and the planet – starting now After the 2024 European elections, we choose to see the glass half full: the democratic centre has held its ground. Having won this election, the conservative parties hold the key to this cooperation. But…
The people of Palestine need your help! Support the Palme Center‘s fundraising to help the civilian population of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank through our local partner organizations in Palestine. The collection also aims to support peace movements in Palestine and Israel The situation in the Gaza Strip is catastrophic . Over 35,000 people…
On 22 May 2024, SOLIDAR together with Pour la Solidarité and Smart debated over the future of Social Europe with civil society representatives and Belgian candidates to the European elections. As the 2024 European Elections approach, the call for a Social Europe is louder than ever. With 88% of Europeans valuing social policies and…
A landmark step toward peace: Ireland, Spain and Norway recognise the State of Palestine This May 28th, SOLIDAR welcomes the historical decision of two European Union’s (EU) Member States – Ireland and Spain – and Norway to recognise the State of Palestine. Since 2021, SOLIDAR has been campaigning for this recognition as a necessary step…
April 15, 2024 The citizens’ initiative urges the European Commission to implement a European wealth tax, creating a new revenue source for the European Union. This revenue would support European environmental and social policies, as well as development cooperation, with shared financing from Member States. It aims to fight climate change, inequality, and ensure shared…
At the dawn of the EP elections, SOLIDAR & SOLIDAR Foundation have prepared campaigns, advocating for social justice through Just Transition and Global Citizenship Education. The campaigns have a twofold aim. On one hand, they address the policymakers and candidates, using the voice of the civil society, of the people, to push for an agenda…
VOTE FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION Recognise the transformative potential of Education and Lifelong Learning for democratic societies As Europe and the world face a multitude of challenges, from democratic backsliding to the climate crisis and the rise of AI, it’s time to take a more holistic approach to education! The current crises underline the pressing…
WE NEED SYSTEMIC CHANGE Six progressive asks for a Just Transition The 2024 European Parliament elections mark a historic crossroads with high stakes, but also an opportunity to turn current crises into a chance to reshape our collective future. We believe this moment in history gives us a chance to fundamentally change our societies and…
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