Winners of Civil Society Prize show reality surpasses imagination

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The EESC 2016 Prize rewards model and inspiring projects that represent the best of human solidarity in Europe and which have demonstrated real on the ground. Hungarian NGO Artemisio Foundation awarded first prize for championing diverse and multicultural society in Hungary

Green bonds need to be more than marketing tactic

Monica Straniero

The rapidly growing green bonds market is still self-regulated. More stakeholders than ever before are asking for concrete results

Getting to know role models: ENIL board member Marina Voudouri

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Marina is originally from Greece, but has been living in Rome for many years, where she is sitting on one of the district’s governing bodies and is on the forefront of advocacy for independent living.

Better international co-ordination could lead to more worldwide benefits from migration

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Despite growing economic dynamism in many developing regions, international migration flows are not being diverted towards these new alternative poles but rather are concentrating in advanced economies, according to a new OECD Development Centre report.

When businesses don't forget human rights

Monica Straniero

According to a new report, many of the best companies set an example by going above and beyond their traditional role protect civil society space.

Someday nobody will try to imagine how her life looks like

Martino Pillitteri

The full implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Europe is challenging. However, the battle is being fought by men and women whose dedication will make the difference for the life of disabled people.

Transparency, silver bullet for a more just society

Eloise Todd

As more than 70 governments, together with the private sector and civil society, are meeting in Paris for the Open Government Partnership Summit to promote transparency, citizen participation and democratic innovation, let's make sure the topic is on the table for elections across Europe.

Breaking the barriers that hinder refugees integration

Martino Pillitteri

The new study by Caritas Europa "Welcome! Migrants make Europe stronger" provides proposals and experiences that empower migrants and the receiving communities for a better integration.

Skills, volunteerism, opportunities. Commission goes ahead with European Solidarity Corps

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European Commission presents measures to improve opportunities for young people and launches European Solidarity Corps

Migrants make Europe stronger

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Caritas Europa new report explores what are the barriers that are robbing migrants social and professional opportunities that would allow many new comers to make inroads in our society. The good news? Such barriers can be overcome. Here is how...