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Events 16 September Sep 2016 1141 16 September 2016 Making a dream come true with art
From the 1st of October to the 20th of November 2016 the 26th edition of Miniartextil, international exhibition of fiber art, is taking place in Como. It will host artists coming from all over the world. This edition’s theme is: “To Weave Dreams”.
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Youth 15 September Sep 2016 1657 15 September 2016 The EU set to have its peace corps
The Commission is working to offer young people a chance to put solidarity in practice with the creation of the European Solidarity Corps. Young people across the EU will be able to volunteer their help where it is needed most, to respond to crisis situations. President Junker:“ I want this European Solidarity Corps up and running as soon as possible».
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Social inclusion 15 September Sep 2016 1530 15 September 2016 European Pillar of Social Rights must make a difference for people
During the State of the Union address, Mr Jean-Claude Juncker called on the EU to do more for social fairness. EASPD welcomes and supports the European Pillar of Social Rights as an important opportunity to implement this in practice, whilst recommending three main changes to make this successful.
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Refugees 14 September Sep 2016 1629 14 September 2016 65.3 million of displaced people would make up the world’s 21st largest country
Save The Children new analysis of forcibly displaced finds world's fastest-growing population also among the youngest, and nearly last in school attendance.
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State of the Union 13 September Sep 2016 1101 13 September 2016 Will Juncker’s state of the union give hope to the Europeans in need of support?
Employment and social services in Europe seemed to be prioritised by the EU but only in rhetoric. Instead, it is time to act. Open letter to the president of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker on what the European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities would like to hear in tomorrow's state of the union speech
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Civil society engagement 12 September Sep 2016 0945 12 September 2016 A new Europe for people, planet and prosperity for all
Together we can shape a Europe that is inclusive, open, just, sustainable, and that works for people of all ages, social backgrounds and nations. Common statement signed by 177 European and national Civil Society Organisations and Trade Unions
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Social inclusion 9 September Sep 2016 1341 09 September 2016 Time for the EU Investment Plan to do more for social services
Takeaways from the EASPD seminar "Implementation of the European Fund for Strategic Investment: unlocking investment for social services". Participants discussed how to ensure that The European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI) can contribute significantly to social inclusion in Europe, in particular through investment in high-quality social services.
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Rio 2016 9 September Sep 2016 0955 09 September 2016 Paralympics: Sports as a tool for empowerment
It strengthens one's self-esteem as well as one's body and promotes understanding – sports for and with persons with disabilities. That's why sports is so important for LIGHT FOR THE WORLD!
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#EndTaxHavens 31 August Aug 2016 1418 31 August 2016 Oxfam, sweatheart deals: the bus does not stop with Apple ruling
Oxfam urges European governments to do more to clean up murky corporate tax practices. Such scheme drives inequality across the world.
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Data 30 August Aug 2016 1154 30 August 2016 Towards better social statistics for a social Europe
The European Commission adopted a proposal for a Regulation on new, integrated ways to collect and use data from social surveys so as to better support policy making in general and social policy in particular.
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Social impact 29 August Aug 2016 1220 29 August 2016 5 reasons why social entrepreneurship is the new business model
Embracing a career with meaning and earning income but giving top priority to an explicit social mission. This is a privilege that only social entrepreneurs can experience.
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Sustainability 23 August Aug 2016 1618 23 August 2016 Seven days without cars: Paris launches the challenge
Bicycles, electric cars and public transports will be available for free, in order to experience a “soft mobility” and “alternative transports that meet air quality standards”.
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Volunteering 5 August Aug 2016 1116 05 August 2016 Young women get recognized for their volunteer work
Volunteers mostly work outside of the spotlight, and rarely get recognised for the work they do. This is why the global women's empowerment global organization, Zonta International, established the Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award Program in 1990. The program goal is to encourage more young women to participate in public affairs, by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. The award? Ten international scholarships of US$4,000 each, and up to 32 district scholarships of US$1,000.
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Scotland 4 August Aug 2016 1515 04 August 2016 Historic chance to shape new, humane welfare system
Charities demand Holyrood seizes the opportunity to put people at the heart of a new welfare system
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Aid 4 August Aug 2016 1351 04 August 2016 EU steps up aid for Boko Haram affected regions as humanitarian crisis worsens
The European Commission is providing additional humanitarian assistance to help address the worsening situation in the Lake Chad region.
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Aid 4 August Aug 2016 1204 04 August 2016 Oxfam offered help to more people than ever before
Oxfam GB provided emergency aid to almost nine million people in 2015/16, the highest number in its history, according to its annual report. The majority of these people were fleeing conflict and disaster
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Social inclusion 4 August Aug 2016 1144 04 August 2016 Can the Paralympics transform a society's perceptions of disabled people?
Researchers have recognized that large and international sporting events have the power to promote social inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
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Islam 3 August Aug 2016 1519 03 August 2016 What role do Muslims have in building a secular UK?
When people learn I run a secularist charity, many are confused about what secularism means and its consequences for non-Christians in the UK, writes Tehmina Kazi.
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Volunteering 3 August Aug 2016 1001 03 August 2016 This new initiative is helping disaster-affected communities
People's lives across the planet are increasingly disrupted by disaster. From manmade to natural disasters, the planet is seeing more conflict and global warming. This is why the European Commission have launched a new initiative: EU Aid Volunteers.
