Information brochure now available on The European Social Fund
A new publication has been launched by the European Commission in the form of an information brochure on the European…
Eurodiaconia is active in multiple policy areas related to the fight against poverty and social exclusion in Europe and to the promotion of social and health care services to foster social cohesion. In this section, you will find our main news.
We also collect the news of our members that are relevant to be shared at a European level.
Furthermore, you will find key information related to EU social policy developments broadcast by our partners and European media.
Investing in children: Eurodiaconia launches its Implementation Report
Eurodiaconia members share common values through their work as service providers and active advocates of children’s rights and child well-being.…
Weekly editorial from our Secretary General: A crossroad for change
I read a news item today that reported on a meeting in the European Commission where European Commissioners were asked…
New advocacy resource out now: 2017 Country Reports
On 22 February, the European Commission has published its 2017 Country Reports, analysing the social and economic policies of EU Member…
New OECD survey reveals numbers on homelessness in Europe
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has recently published a survey on homelessness in its member states. The…
Diakonija Latvijā introduces training on service and spiritual life
Our member from Latvia, Diakonija Latvijā (Diaconia Latvia) is spreading the work about its forthcoming training for clerical staff. The series…
Public Consultation on the European Solidarity Corps
An open public consultation is now available for the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). The ESC has been established as an opportunity for young…
Eurodiaconia launches new Guidelines on tackling Anti-Gypsyism
Anti-Gypsyism is increasingly recognised as a key obstacle to the sustainable inclusion of Roma in society. Its historical roots run…
Weekly editorial: Innovation as a source of positive change
Last week I had the pleasure of joining youth workers, deacons and pastors in the Diocese of Vasteras in Sweden…
The Free Churches group launches Prison Hope
Our member in the UK, the Free Churches Group, has launched its activities with Prison Hope, an exciting partnership of denominations,…