13 July 2022
Dear all,
Two years into the pandemic, we more than ever recognize the need to continue having important conversations on its impact on the labour market and workplaces ecosystems at large.
Two weeks ago we co-hosted an expert meeting on wellbeing at work with our Dutch member, ProParents. All the rich discussions held during this event can be summarized in one main takeaway expressed by our president, Annemie Drieksens: "Trust your people, Reward results, Understand the business case and Start in the company at the Top”.
Scroll for key news on children's rights, migration, sharing the care, and the digital euro. And don't forget to sign up for our next webinar on quality in early childhood education and care service!
Stay safe,
Bettina
Communication Officer
COFACE Families Europe
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Council adopts conclusions on the rights of the child
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The Council has adopted conclusions on the EU strategy on the rights of the child, with a particular focus on the protection of children’s rights in crisis or emergency situations. Against the background of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the Council notes the need to protect children facing armed conflicts and their consequences. [...]
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Ukraine: Commission presents guidance to help people fleeing war access jobs, training and adult learning
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The guidance covers both people eligible for temporary protection under the Temporary Protection Directive as well as those eligible for adequate protection under national law. Since the beginning of Russia’s unprovoked war against Ukraine and its civilians, over 7 million people have fled Ukraine and reached the EU. So far, only a relatively small number of those of working age have entered the EU labour market, though the number of people wanting to do so is expected to rise.. [...]
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COFACE speaks at EU Digital Assembly 2022
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COFACE was invited to speak at the Digital Assembly 2022 hosted by the French Presidency of the EU and the European Commission in Toulouse, France, on 21st June 2022. COFACE President Annemie Drieskens spoke more specifically in the Better Internet for Kids workshop, which consisted of two panels – the first one discussing the protection of children and young people online, and the second one addressing empowerment and participation of minors in the online environment. [...]
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As prices soar in France, it is urgent to raise family benefits - A press statement by UNAF
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It is a fact that is too often overlooked: having dependent children weighs on the standard of living and the more prices rise, the more the family budget is impacted. Another obvious fact is that the more children one has to support, the more one suffers the effects of inflation. In this context, UNAF demands an immediate increase in family benefits. [...]
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"100% Man. How to Father like a Pro" Share The Care new publication
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COFACE’s Polish member Share The Care has recently published a publication entitled “100% Man. How to Father Like a Pro” through which they want to show a completely new and different dimension of fatherhood as there is not enough concrete information for fathers - about their rights, their role in bringing up children and the positive influence on their development. [...]
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Lithuanian tool to check your work-life balance –take the test!
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Throughout different periods of our lives, each of us experiences different needs, desires, commitments, and opportunities. No magic formula can be applied to our work and personal lives that would suit everyone. However, there is a tool you can use to calculate the formula precisely for your work and personal life, and it was developed by the Lithuanian Office of the Equal Opportunities Ombudsperson. [...]
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OPINION: Digital Euro = Digital cash?
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The European Commission’s targeted consultation on a digital euro ended on the 16th of June and while the future of our common currency may seem far remote from the concerns of civil society, the stakes are much higher than one might suspect. COFACE-Families Europe answered the consultation underlining the importance of treating money as a public good, and especially, as a vital instrument for citizens to be able to transact freely. [...]
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