Citizens begin deliberations on Intergenerational Fairness in the EU
150 citizens from across Europe gathered in Brussels from 12–14 September 2025 for the first session of the European Citizens’ Panel on Intergenerational Fairness. During this initial session, participants were introduced to the topic and exchanged their first ideas on how to make the European Union fair for current and future generations.
The discussions explored ways to bridge generational divides, balance the needs of different age groups, and foster a more sustainable future. These initial exchanges laid the groundwork for deeper deliberations in the upcoming sessions.
By November 2025, the Panel will present a set of actionable recommendations, which will feed directly into the European Commission’s new Strategy on Intergenerational Fairness.
Stay tuned for updates from the next sessions!
Debate launched - how do we reverse the decline of wild pollinating insects?
Wild pollinating insects include solitary bees, bumblebees, hoverflies, butterflies, moths – and other flies, wasps, even beetles!
These inconspicuous animals are much more important for human societies and nature than their tiny sizes would suggest.
Around 4 in 5 crops and wild flowering plants rely on pollinators to transfer pollen and help them reproduce.
So, as our lives are deeply entwined with the fate of pollinators, decisions on what to do should be a subject of a wide public debate.
Shape the Future with Us: Intergenerational Fairness Debate
Envision an EU where generations unite for a flourishing society. What do you want it to look like? And what should happen now to make it come true?
The European Commission is inviting you to help co-create a groundbreaking strategy on Intergenerational Fairness.
Use this platform to share what you want it to look like, what you think is important and what is currently missing.
Debate on the EU’s budget is now closed
The online debate on shaping a new long-term European budget is now officially closed. We warmly thank everyone who participated and shared their thoughts, ideas, and visions through the Citizens Engagement Platform.
All contributions will be carefully considered by the European Commission as it prepares its proposal for the next Multiannual Financial Framework.
A report summarising the key insights and contributions will be published soon on the New European Budget debate page.
Stay tuned for the latest updates!
Citizens deliver final recommendations for the New EU Budget
Over three weekends, 150 randomly selected citizens from all 27 EU Member States came together to discuss how the EU budget should respond to shared priorities and long-term challenges.
Together, they agreed on a set of political priorities and concrete recommendations that will help shape future EU funding and contribute to upcoming Commission initiatives. Their goal was to ensure that the EU budget effectively responds to changing global dynamics and improves quality of life across Europe.
The list of recommendations, which were submitted to the European Commission can be found in here.
Young Citizens Assembly on PollinatorsThe decline of pollinating insects threatens the availability of food, our future prosperity and nature. So, how do we reverse the decline of wild pollinating insects?
Intergenerational FairnessEnvision an EU where generations unite for a flourishing society. What do you want it to look like? And what should happen now to make it come true?
Share your views and engage with other citizens.
Youth Policy DialoguesTired of feeling unheard? That’s changing. Recently, young people from all over the EU and beyond sat down for real, face-to-face talks with us and shared what’s on their minds.
Now, it’s your turn.
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