The spring 2026 economic forecasts point to a slowdown in economic activity, as the conflict in the Middle East is causing a new energy crisis that is fuelling inflation and undermining economic confidence. Before the end of February 2026, the EU economy was expected to continue growing at a moderate pace alongside a further decline […]
Camp – Rebooting Democracy – Croatia
Democracy re:boot Camp is a pan-European in-person programme designed to strengthen democratic resilience by empowering a new generation of leaders. Organised by D-Hub and the ERSTE Foundation, the 2026 edition will take place from 24 to 28 September on the island of Cres, Croatia. Who can apply? Aged 18–28 Based in Europe Active involvement in […]
Slovakia: MEPs call for measures to protect EU values and the EU budget
Parliament wants the Commission to assess whether there is a clear risk that the Slovak government will seriously breach the EU’s founding values. In a resolution adopted on Wednesday by 347 votes to 165, with 25 abstentions, MEPs express their deep concern at the deterioration in respect for democracy, the rule of law and fundamental […]
Overcapacity in the steel sector: MEPs approve new measures to protect the EU steel market.
The new regulations replace the measures due to expire on 30 June 2026 and will help to protect the EU steel industry from the negative effects of a global steel surplus. The regulation introduces lower import quotas by limiting duty-free import volumes to 18.3 million tonnes per year, representing a 47% reduction compared to the […]
Internships – European Labour Authority (ELA) – Belgium
The European Labour Authority (ELA) is a decentralised agency of the European Union, established in 2019 and based in Bratislava (Slovakia). The ELA’s aim is to help ensure that EU rules on labour mobility and social security coordination are applied fairly, simply and effectively, and to make it easier for citizens and businesses to reap […]
Training – School of Transparency – Lithuania
The International School of Transparency and Integrity is an intensive annual training programme on anti-corruption and accountability for futureleaders. The School exposes its participants to the latest developments in the field of anti-corruption and accountability, offering them real opportunities to put their ideas into practice. Since 2010, the International Transparency School on Integrity has welcomed […]
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union 2026
Where inequality and discrimination persist, democracy cannot thrive. Equality is not optional; it is the foundation of free and resilient societies. However, around the world, too many LGBTI people continue to face violence, discrimination, hate speech and stigmatisation, and are targeted by disinformation campaigns, simply for being who they are. When the full enjoyment of […]
Internships – Directorate General for Market and Payment Infrastructures (ECB) – Germany
The Directorate-General for Market and Payment Infrastructure is offering a call for applications for work placements. You will be part of the Supervision Division of the Directorate-General for Market and Payment Infrastructures. The Directorate-General works to ensure that European financial markets have secure and efficient market infrastructures, whilst fostering innovation and European integration. The three […]
Competition – Sziget Agents of Change
Sziget Changemakers is looking for Europe’s most committed young people, who are ready to develop and present bold ideas to make the world a better place at the Sziget Festival, which will take place from 11 to 15 August 2026. How to take part Form a team of 5 young Europeans (aged between 18 and […]