CESI in line with the priorities of the Council of Europe Conference of International NGOs
This week, from October 13-16, the Council of Europe (COE) held its latest annual session of the âConference of International Non-Governmental Organisationsâ in Strasbourg, aimed at giving space to democratic values, civic participation and social rights across Europe.
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CESI in line with the priorities of the Council of Europe Conference of International NGOs
This week, from October 13-16, the Council of Europe (COE) held its latest annual session of the âConference of International Non-Governmental Organisationsâ in Strasbourg, aimed at giving space to democratic values, civic participation and social rights across Europe.
CESI and ANPE call for stronger implementation of European equality policies in education
In Barcelona, CESI and ANPE, through the EqualPro project, called for stronger implementation of European equality policies in education.
CESI welcomes European Parliament endorsement of a revised EWC Directive
CESI welcomes todayâs vote of the European Parliament to approve a trilogue agreement with the Council on a revised European Works Councils (EWC) Directive.
CESI@noon: Tackling EU health workforce shortages through the EPSR
A CESI@noon event, held in the frame of CESIâs PillACT project, exploring how the European Pillar of Social Rights can help address the EUâs growing healthcare workforce shortages.
CESI calls for a right to disconnect and fair telework
On the occasion of a second phase social partner consultation, CESI calls on the European Commission to table legislation on a right to disconnect and fair telework.
Celebrating EUâs teachers: CESI calls for more investments in education
At a time when teacher shortages, low salaries and unsustainable workloads threaten Europeâs education systems, EU educational leaders and CESI teacher representatives gathered yesterday in Brussels in the European Parliament for an âHonouring the Teaching Profession in Europeâ event.
One year after the Draghi report: Build competitiveness together with workers
A high level conference yesterday in Brussels discussed how Europe can secure its economic competitiveness in the light of increasing global competition. According to CESI, competitiveness must be achieved together with workers and unions, not on their back.
CESI reaction to the 2025 State of the Union
It is time to turn high-level announcements into tangible improvements for peopleâs lives, in workplaces, in public services, and in the armed forces.
CESI speaks in European Parliament Intergroup on Civil Protection on working conditions of firefighters
On September 9, CESI was invited by the European Parliamentâs Intergroup on Resilience, Disaster Management and Civil Protection to contribute expertise from its firefighter staff unions.
EqualPro conference in the European Parliament in Strasbourg on EU womenâs rights policies
On September 9, CESI in cooperation with MEP GrĂ©gory Allione (Renew), held a high-level conference in the European Parliament in Strasbourg on âEuropean equality policies made in Brussels: What added value for France?â
EqualPro conference on EU gender equality policies in Strasbourg on September 9
On September 9, CESI will hold an EqualPro project conference on EU gender equality in the European Parliament in Strasbourg.
New position on the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights
CESI adopted a new position on the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights.
From our Summer Days to a busy September | Editorial of SG Klaus Heeger
"That is what we will do this month - together with you."
CESI affiliates Synnöve NĂŒchter and Eva FernĂĄndez UrbĂłn elected into EWL Board of Administration
At the General Assembly of the European Womenâs Lobby (EWL) on June 7-8, CESIâs affiliates Synnöve NĂŒchter and Eva FernĂĄndez UrbĂłn were elected into the EWL's Board.
New position on a new EU gender equality strategy
As part of a consultation on a new EU Gender Equality Strategy 2026-2030, CESI issued a new position on priorities for improved women's rights and equal opportunities in Europe.
MFF 2028-2034: The EU needs the means to deliver
CESI Secretary General Klaus Heeger generally welcomes the European Commissionâs publication of its proposal for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028-2034 yesterday.
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New CESI Europe Academy Board
On June 26 CESI's Europe Academy General Assembly elected a new Europe Academcy leadership.
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French CFE CGC Public Service Federation becomes a member of CESI
At its statutory meeting on June 26, the Board of CESI endorsed the membership application of the French CFE CGC Public Service Federation to join CESI.
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In memory of Ulrich Silberbach- A tireless advocate for public services and social justice
It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Ulrich (Uli) Silberbach who died on June 25, 2025, at the age of 63.
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Celebrating World Public Service Day 2025
Public sector investment and social partnerships as pillars of resilient and competitive societies
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Resolution now available on reconciling defence spending and investments in people
At its meeting on June 18, the Presidium of CESI adopted a resolution on a reconciliation of necessary defence spending and much-needed investments in people.
New position on public procurement rules in the EU
On June 19, the Presidium of CESI adopted a new position on a foreseen revision of EU public procurement rules.
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New consultation contribution on the forthcoming EU Quality Jobs Roadmap
On June 18 the Preidium of CESI adopted policy priorities for a new EU Quality Jobs Roadmap.
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A New Quality Jobs Roadmap for Europe
Editorial by Klaus Heeger, Secretary General of CESI
Hearing with the European Commission on the future of the automotive industry
Today CESI participated in a hearing with the European Commission on change management in the automotive industry in Europe.
Open call for tender: 'The postal sector - an inclusive employer'
The European social partners for the postal sector - PostEurop, CESI and UNI Europa - are looking for a consultancy to support their EU co-funded project 'The postal sector: an inclusive employer for a more inclusive society'.
CESI Commissions on Employment and Gender Equality elect new leadership
At its constitutive meeting on May 16, following CESI's Congress in December, CESI's Commissions on Employment and Social Affairs (SOC) and Women's Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM) elected their new leadership.
CESI: New EU public procurement rules must be socially fair
In response to an ad-hoc European social partner consultation, CESI has called for new public procurement rules to be socially balanced.
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CESI publishes priorites for next EU Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034
On May 5, CESI published its priorites for the EU's next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).
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Violence is not part of the job!
CESI SG Klaus Heeger co-signed the updated European guidelines to protect workers from third party violence and harassment.
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CESI on World OSH Day: Put digitalisation and AI in the spotlight
Today, on the occasion of this year's annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work, CESI reaffirms its commitment to promoting occupational safety and health for all workers.
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Gender equality in public administration: A CESI debate in Rome
On April 9, 2025, CESI hosted an eQualPro event in the liaison office of the European Parliament in Rome, focusing on gender equality in public administration.
CESI participates in social partner kick-off on EU Quality Jobs Roadmap
Today, CESI Secretary General Klaus Heeger participated in a high-level kick-off meeting on a new EU Quality Jobs Roadmap with EU Jobs Commissioner Roxana MĂźnzatu.
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Activer event in Italy: Unions driving skills and inclusion
At the #ACTIVER event in Salerno, trade unions advanced strategies for skills, inclusion, and fair transitions.
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CESI at SEISMEC to share trade union views on human-centric ICT at work
On April 7/8, CESI participated at the SEISMEC project's most recent General Assembly in Cork to present trade union priorities for human-centric ICT in workplaces.
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Defending Europe's social model in an era of disruption| Editorial of Secretary General Klaus Heeger
How to secure competitiveness without sacrificing cohesion and build economic strength without undermining social stability (?)
Strengthening equality and union partnership in Riga
By focusing on past EU achievements, present obstacles, and future risks, CESI aims at helping workers and unions be agents of fairness and change.
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Tariffs, tensions, and the cost to workers: CESI on the U.S. trade measures
Trumpâs tariffs risk a trade war that threatens jobs, fuels inflation, and hits workers hardest. CESI urges a united EU response to protect our industries and social model.
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CESI welcomes the EU's new Internal Security and Preparedness Union Strategy
CESI welcomes the EU Internal Security Strategy and the Preparedness Union Strategy as important milestones toward safeguarding the Union and its people from an increasingly complex landscape of threats.
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OPINION | Public services and social dialogue: Europe's competitive advantage
CESI SG Klaus Heeger emphasises that social dialogue and public services are Europe's competitive advantage, not obstacles to growth.
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CESI urges socially sustainable competitiveness agenda for Europe
As the European Commission moves ahead with a policy agenda of deregulation, CESI has adopted a new resolution to call for a socially sustainable competitiveness agenda for Europe.
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Joint letter: CESI supports call on the European Commission to give space to ambitions on long-term care
Today, together with 20 European civil society and trade union organisations, CESI supports a joint call on the European Commission to give space to ambitions on long-term care. A corresponding letter was transmitted to the European Commissioner for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness, Roxana MĂźnzatu.
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Defence â A third transition underway, after the green and the digital?
CESI broadly welcomes the new EU White Paper on European Defence, published by the European Commission on March 19. It could lead to a new third major transition after the green and the digital.
CESI calls on social outcomes as priorities in revised EU public procurement rules
In a consultation statement, CESI has called on the European Commission to make social outcomes a priority in revised EU directives on public procurement and concessions.
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International Womenâs Day: CESI welcomes new EU Roadmap for Womenâs Rights
CESI underscores that the success of the Roadmap will depend on continued collaboration between the European institutions, Member States, social partners and civil society.
âReArm Europeâ: A Paradigm Shift in European Defence and Societal Resilience
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen couldnât have been blunter. In her letter to the special European Council she wrote: âA new era is upon us. Europe faces a clear and present danger on a scale that none of us have seen in our adult lifetimeâ.
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March 3 â European Day for a Work-Free Sunday
Ensure synchronised resting time also in times of competitiveness
The European Employment and Social Rights Forum and the proposed âUnion of Skillsâ
CESI Secretary General Klaus Heeger participated in the European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2025, Europeâs largest event on employment and social affairs, which took place on March 5-6 in Brussels.
Equal Care Day 2025â Towards a fairer society
Today, on March 1, Equal Care Day 2025, CESI reaffirms its commitment to building a more balanced and equitable society and labour markets in Europe through a fairer distribution of care responsibilities.
8th EDRT: Why should Europe change its mindset and get ready for war?
Shortly after the so-called Weimar+ meeting comprising France, Germany, Poland, Spain and the UK, the Munich Security Conference 2025 and NATOâs Defence Ministers gathering in Brussels, CESI's 8th European Defence Round-Table (EDRT) took place.