13 February 2025

Dear all,  

We are excited to celebrate 65+ editions of our Families Corner! Since its inception, we've strived to inform, connect, and inspire families across Europe by sharing impactful news, stories, and updates. We've showcased inspiring work from COFACE members and partners, shining a light on efforts that support family rights. Alongside this, our newsletter has featured diverse opinion pieces that reflect the pluralism of views in our inclusive societies, sparking valuable discussions.

This also marks my final Families Corner contribution as I transition from my role at COFACE. It's been a great journey filled with growth and collaboration.

Keep scrolling for more updates on news affecting families in Europe!

Bettina 
Senior Communication Officer 
COFACE Families Europe 

An article published in the international journal of research and debate “Families, Relationships and Societies” explores how an international network on transnational families, the Transnational Family Dynamics in Europe (TraFaDy), can try to help deepen knowledge and joint action among different groups of stakeholders such as non-governmental organisations and researchers. [...]

COFACE member, KMOP, presents a new study that highlights the urgent need to safeguard children from online risks. The study focuses on the online behaviour, risks, and digital safety awareness of children aged 9 to 12 years in Greece, providing valuable insights into their digital habits and vulnerabilities. [...]

This paper explores the concept of policy labs (or policy innovation labs, public innovation labs, i-labs) as an innovative tool in collaborative policy development. One example of a policy lab in practice is that of the rEUsilience project, with COFACE as an internal partner. [...]