Strengthening and Mainstreaming Just Transition Goals in the EU Budget What role for a socially just green transition in the next European Union budget? In July 2024, Ursula von der Leyen’s Political Guidelines promised to significantly increase funding for a just transition in the next long-term EU budget. However, subsequent communications by the European Commission,…
A win for big business, a loss for everyone else: Behind the smoke and mirrors of the Clean Industrial Deal At first glance, the Commission’s proposal for a Clean Industrial Deal (CID) promises transformation — a bold step toward decarbonisation and industrial resilience. But this deal isn’t built for all. It’s built for the few….
The third and final annual monitoring report provides a mid-term and forward-looking analysis of Europe’s implementation of the SDGs, assessing the EGD’s contribution to achieving these goals within the EU and in other countries. It monitors SDG progress based on the commitments of the main political parties following the 2024 European Parliament elections and integrates…
The concept of a Just Transition was developed as a framework to reconcile social and environmental goals in the transition to a zero emissions economy. However, its application, especially in Europe, has leaned on Global South resources and economic growth models that exacerbate the very crises they aim to solve. The Global South is disproportionately…
DRAGHI Report – is the future of Europe all about competitiveness? SOLIDAR sees more social justice in it The long-awaited report authored by Mario Draghi, the famous former European Central Bank President, is titled “EU competitiveness: Looking ahead” and was presented on 9th September 2024. It was requested by the European Commission and reflects his…
In the framework of the ECHO Network project, SOLIDAR Foundation together with ECHO Network project partners produced a Plea for an Ethical and Sustainable Digital Transition. The document builds on the findings of the ECHO Network project and advocates for an ethical and sustainable digital transition. It contains a plea to European policymakers to promote…
In a world shaped by pressing challenges such as the ongoing climate and environmental crises, geopolitical tensions, rising economic inequalities, and shifting demographics, the need for a new economic paradigm has never been more urgent. Traditional systems of economic governance and market-driven economics have proven inadequate in addressing these systemic challenges. In this context, the…
SOLIDAR Foundation is proud to announce the release of its latest policy paper, “Global Citizenship Education and Democratic Participation in Europe.” This publication explores the crucial role of Global Citizenship Education (GCE) in fostering democratic engagement and trust in EU institutions, especially among young people. Key highlights of the policy paper include: The paper advocates…
In an ever-growing multicultural and diverse Europe and in the wider context of increasing complexity at the global level, inclusion becomes a cornerstone of a just and democratic society. Considering the crucial role education plays in teaching fundamental values and promoting social inclusion to strengthen social cohesion and democratic participation, inclusive education becomes paramount in…
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