28 October 2024
Dear all,
We’re pleased to announce that COFACE has recently elected its new Executive Bureau, the leadership team that will guide our work and represent our network over the next four years (2024-2028), presided by Dr. Antonia Torrens of KMOP (Greece) which you can learn more about here. We also thanked Annemie Drieskens, former President, for her great commitment throughout the years and great legacy for COFACE.
COFACE’s secretariat is also looking for its next Project intern to join the Brussels team from January to June 2025. Find our more here.
Keep scrolling for more updates and news affecting families throughout Europe.
Bettina
Senior Communication Officer
COFACE Families Europe
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European Care Strategy: spotlight on national Long-term care measures
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COFACE monitors closely the implementation of the strategy in both care service fields: early childhood education and care (ECEC), and long-term care (LTC). For ECEC, we monitor especially measures taken through the European Child Guarantee national action plans, working with the Alliance for Investing in Children. For LTC, we do this together with a European care advocacy alliance of more than 20 NGOs and trade unions. [...]
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ECLAG invites newly elected MEPs to join the fight against child sexual abuse online
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In September 2024, ECLAG (The European Child Sexual Abuse Legislation Advocacy Group) of which COFACE is a member, organised a breakfast in Strasbourg, France to welcome newly elected MEPs and encourage them to use their position to fight the ongoing Child Sexual Abuse Crisis affecting millions of children across Europe. [...]
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New European study assessing Tax-Benefit Systems for protection and poverty reduction in six countries
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The rEUsilience project under Horizon Europe (with COFACE as an integral partner), has recently published a study on eligibility and benefit adequacy for families in the tax-benefit system. [...]
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New Commission, new priorities: taking financial policy forward under von der Leyen II
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On the 17th of September, CEPS, ECRI, and ECMI held an event on the future of financial policy in Europe, bringing together a diverse group of experts, policymakers, supervisors, and academics. The event aimed to examine the evolving financial landscape and address the challenges that lie ahead for the European Union's financial sector. [...]
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“It’s never been this busy” - Balancing work
and Care for older persons in Finland
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COFACE Finnish member, Väestöliitto (Family Federation of Finland) launched a new Work-life Balance project in September in which they carry out research and development work. At the heart of the project: flexibility, attitudes, leadership and resources. The project will run from 2024 to 2026. [...]
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Guidelines for detecting Postnatal Hearing Loss by COFACE Member FIAPAS
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Postnatal childhood hearing loss is the hearing disorder detected after birth. There are three types: progressive, late-onset and acquired. This Recommendations Paper was prepared in the framework of the project entitled Late Onset or Progressive Hearing Loss in Children: Prevention, Early Detection and Diagnosis, developed by the Spanish Confederation of Families of Deaf People (FIAPAS). [...]
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Run for Change: Ligue des Familles campaigns for better paid parental leave
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To raise awareness of the overwhelming pressure parents face when balancing work and family life—and to emphasise the need for improved parental leave pay— COFACE member Ligue des Familles hosted a symbolic event during the Province of Liège half-marathon. Participants were invited to run on behalf of the Ligue des Familles, advocating for an increase in parental leave compensation. [...]
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Isadora Duncan Single Parent-Family Foundation advocates for ending economic violence
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On International Equal Pay Day 2024, COFACE member Isadora Duncan took a strong stand against economic violence targeting women in the workplace. Economic violence refers to practices that undermine women’s financial autonomy and security, often hidden behind unequal pay, denied labor rights, or exploitation within family businesses. [...] |
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Unapei leads the way in shaping inclusive EU policies for people with disabilities
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On 13 September 2024, Unapei's Europe Commission held a pivotal seminar in Paris, bringing together members of the Unapei network and their European partners, including COFACE Families Europe. Unapei's Europe Commission is dedicated to addressing EU political developments related to the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities and their families, with a focus on positively influencing these issues. [...] |
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"LÉA, Ligne Écoute Autisme" is a Belgian helpline and chatbox that aims to support individuals with autism and their families - more info here or here: https://lea-autisme.be/
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