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  • What’s Next for the Civil Society Strategy & Platform?

    Civil Society Europe (CSE) Joins Steering Group on Civil Society Platform Last year, the European Commission unveiled its Civil Society Strategy – a pivotal development in their efforts to protect, support, and empower civil society. This strategy comes at a critical moment after years of campaigning from civil society at national and EU level calling…

  • Interest Group on Civil Society in the European Parliament: Launch of Website and Manifesto

    Manifesto of Interest Group on Civil Society in the European Parliament is Launched 35+ MEPs Join Forces to Support, Protect, and Engage With Civil Society  Civil society is needed for strong, inclusive policies, and civil society needs policymakers to stand with them. The sector is a necessary partner, playing an essential role in platforming citizens’…

  • Civil Society Speaks Up: CSE’s Input to the Commission’s Call for Evidence on Better Regulation

    Civil Society Europe’s Contribution to the Commission’s Call for Evidence on Better Regulation Simplification cannot be pursued at all costs, it must stay firmly anchored to fundamental rights, sustainable development and democratic principles. The European Commission’s ‘Better Regulation’ guidelines set out the standards that should guide the preparation of new proposals and the management of…

  • 250+ Civil Society Organisations Call on the European Commission to Allow Cross-Border Collaboration for Non-Profits

    Non-profits should be able to operate across borders. The European Cross-Border Associations (ECBA) Directive would allow exactly that – non-profits with members across Europe could be recognised and allowed to operate in all Member States. The Directive could promote the creation of new associations, new jobs and stimulate GDP growth, strengthening the competitiveness of our…

  • European Parliament Approves Position on Foreign Interest Representation: Could It Harm Civil Society?

    Civil Society Europe’s Reaction to the Approval of the Foreign Interest Representation Directive On Thursday 27th November, the European Parliament approved its position on the Directive on Interest Representation Services on Behalf of Third Countries. The text approved is the same as the one approved in October by the IMCO Committee, as a compromise among…

  • EU Strategy to Strengthen Civil Society Unveiled

    Civil Society Europe’s Stance on the Proposed EU Civil Society Strategy The EU Civil Society Strategy is here. This proposal comes at a crucial time where civil society faces increasing pressure in the EU and beyond, while the rule of law and democracy are being challenged.  CSE, together with civil society at national and EU level,…