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Just as Europe is moving from emergency mode to recovery from devastating effects of COVID-19, the continent is now preparing for a new era of discontent brought on by a…
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EFC Annual Conference 2021 Vienna – Closing plenary
Watch the Closing plenary of the EFC Annual Conference 2021 in Vienna. Hosted by ERSTE Stiftung, the Closing plenary took place on 20 October, wrapping up the…
EFC Annual Conference 2021 Vienna – Opening plenary
Watch the Opening plenary of the EFC Annual Conference 2021 in Vienna. Hosted by ERSTE Stiftung, the Opening plenary took place in the Gartenbaukino on 18 October…
EFC and Dafne Annual Conference 2022 Barcelona – trailer
Check out the trailer for the EFC and Dafne Annual General Assembly and Conference 2022, in Barcelona, from 30 May to 1 June. For more on the EFC’s AGA and…
International Day of the Girl Child conference
https://efc.staging.lattecreative.com/uploads/2021/10/N6GKJE-H-gk7nhGf.mp4 The International Day of the Girl Child Conference has been organised by UNICEF, UNFPA and UN Women in Turkey, in partnership with Aydın Doğan Foundation, since…
Full-time EU Public Affairs and Communications Trainee at Philanthropy Advocacy team in Brussels
Apply for the open position of Policy and Communications Trainee at Philanthropy Advocacy. Starting on 20 September 2021, you will work for six months at the Philanthropy House in the centre of Brussels. The position offers great learning opportunities and access to a great European network in politics and philanthropy. Read more...
A Single Market for Philanthropy in the EU
The ongoing process of globalization applies not only to business operations, but also to philanthropy. While it is easy for goods and services to move freely across Europe, it is still difficult for businesses and individuals to donate across borders. According to ERNOP, the annual amount of philanthropic contributions in Europe is estimated at 87.5 billion Euro. Will a single market for philanthropy become a reality in the EU?
Javier Nadal, Chair of the AEF, speaks with Europa 2021 on the role of foundations in times of crises and the common space for philanthropy in Europe
Javier Nadal, Chair of the Association of Spanish Foundations (AEF), has been interviewed by José Carlos Gallardo on Europa 2021, a Spanish public TV programme dedicated to the main issues on the EU weekly agenda and concerns for European citizens. NextGenerationEU recovery plan that involves civil society and philanthropy has been part of the conversation.
All eyes on the new Anti-Money Laundering Package of legislative proposals
The European Commission has presented the long-awaited package of legislative proposals to strengthen the EU’s anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) rules. The purpose is harmonisation across the EU of AML and CFT rules. The package also proposes the creation of an EU authority to fight money laundering.
The European Commission unveils Rule of law report before the summer break
European Commission acknowledges civil society as a key partner for the EU in its work to promote a stronger European rule of law culture. However, the enabling framework for civil society is included only as a part of the 4th pillar on checks and balances. Read our overview.