Last March 5th, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hosted the first meeting of the Special Panel on child safety online. The panel, announced in the 2025 State of the Union address, will provide expert recommendations to better protect and empower children online and will explore the need for potential harmonised age restrictions to access social […]
Learning – Youth Participation in rural and suburban areas – Germany
This study visit aims to showcase innovative approaches and concrete examples of how young people can be actively involved in decision-making processes. 21-24 April 2026 | Erding, Germany What is it Learn about and see first-hand innovative approaches and concrete examples of how young people can be actively involved in decision-making processes Learn about the […]
Internships – Fiscal Policies Division (European Central Bank) – Germany
In this traineeship, you will be part of the Fiscal Policies Division in the Directorate General Economics. The Division has 25 members of staff responsible for assessing the national fiscal policies of EU Member States and the euro area fiscal stance. They provide fiscal forecasts, monitor public debt sustainability and perform analytical work on a […]
Bingo “Women creating Europe”
To mark International Women’s Day, the European Documentation Centre at the University of Almería, in collaboration with the UAL Equality Unit, is organising an activity consisting of a bingo game called “Women creating Europe”, focusing on the role and importance of women in Europe and, specifically, in the European Union. Through this fun, participatory and […]
4th Indalo Debate and Public Speaking Tournament at the University of Almería
The European Documentation Centre at the University of Almería is collaborating with the UAL Debating Society to organise the 4th UAL Indalo Debate and Public Speaking Tournament. This year, the debate centres on the following question: “Are Spanish universities committed to the integration of people with disabilities beyond the requirements of European Union regulations?“. As […]
Commission proposes EU-wide rules against the trafficking of illicit firearms
The European Commission has presented a proposal for a directive to combat firearms trafficking and other firearms-related offences in the EU. This is the first legislative initiative to be adopted under the European Internal Security Strategy, ProtectEU. Illicit firearms pose a serious threat to public security, enabling terrorism, organised crime, gang violence and other serious offences. […]
EU funding strengthens bomb disposal capabilities in Estonia
Bomb disposal teams are crucial in maintaining public safety, preventing accidents, and protecting people. Their swift action ensures the well-being of both the public and those on the ‘front line’. But bomb disposal experts also need protection, with the best training, equipment, and support to minimise their own risks. With EU funding support, the Estonian […]
Prizes – New European Bauhaus Prizes and Boost 2026
Last February 20, the European Commission opened applications for several awards celebrating innovation and creativity inspired by the New European Bauhaus (NEB): The sixth edition of the New European Bauhaus Prizes and the second edition of the NEB Boost for Small Municipalities invite trailblazers from across Europe and beyond to present beautiful, sustainable, and inclusive projects with the […]
Commission invests €225 million to deliver next-generation influenza vaccines
The European Union is committing €225 million to speed up the development of next-generation flu vaccines that will offer protection across a wider range of influenza variants and quickly adapted if a pandemic strain emerges. It marks the first time the Commission will be using pre-commercial procurement to advance products through clinical trials, ensuring they […]