What do you know about the people who worked so tirelessly to create the kind of Europe we live in today: a Europe that has known continuous peace for over 60 years? We call them the 'Founding Fathers' of the EU.
The General Report on the Activities of the European Union is currently being transformed into a shorter (100 pages), more interactive, and more citizen-friendly publication, entitled The European Union in 2015. It will be accompanied by a highlights brochure (16 pages). While the full report is foreseen for those who follow the EU most closely, the highlights brochure will be ideal for distributing to the general public via your mailing lists, events, and information points. Both publications will be published in March 2016.
The Commission Representation in London has just produced a fun, colourful activity book that offers children from 7 to 11 the chance to learn about each of the 28 Member States. They can draw, colour, cut pictures out, play with the stickers and create their own designs.
"We should better promote Commission publications", said Ierotheos Papadopoulos, head of unit of the Citizens' information sector when he took up his new position in September. Well said, and well done: Bookmarks advertising the Commission's publications are amongst the first promotional products made available for Commission services and partners.
On taking office in late 2014, Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker set out 10 key political priorities aimed at rebuilding bridges in Europe after the crisis and restoring the confidence of European citizens. These priorities focus on the key challenges currently facing our economies and societies. The Commission is intent on improving peoples’ lives by creating jobs and growth and building a fairer society. A €315 billion investment plan to kick-start this process is now up and running. Our Single Market is being upgraded to create more opportunities for people and businesses. Projects such as the Digital Single Market, the Capital Markets Union and the Energy Union are reducing obstacles to cross-border activities whilst, at the same time, stimulating innovation, connecting talents and offering a wider choice of products and services.
On taking office in late 2014, Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker set out 10 key political priorities aimed at rebuilding bridges in Europe after the crisis and restoring the confidence of European citizens. These priorities focus on the key challenges currently facing our economies and societies. The Commission is intent on improving peoples’ lives by creating jobs and growth and building a fairer society. A €315 billion investment plan to kick-start this process is now up and running. Our Single Market is being upgraded to create more opportunities for people and businesses. Projects such as the Digital Single Market, the Capital Markets Union and the Energy Union are reducing obstacles to cross-border activities whilst, at the same time, stimulating innovation, connecting talents and offering a wider choice of products and services.
The European Central Bank's game for children aged 9 and above, has just been updated. Players proceed with Anna and Alex through seven banknote levels, being pursued by forgers and evil magpies, learning about the euro on the way.
With this issue of Publications Update, we have added a new chapter. In each issue, we will introduce our readers to a publication produced by a Commission Representation or a Europe Direct Information Centre which we found particularly interesting. The idea is that you can get inspiration to your own communication activities. Or maybe even make an agreement to re-publish an edition adapted to your own language and region. Of course, these publications are currently only in one or a few EU languages. And of course you cannot order any of these publications from DG COMM. You can take contact directly with the author’s service, when a publication interests you.
The most popular leaflet of all, with tangible information about how easy it is to travel in the EU. The leaflet includes a fold-out map of Europe.
The most popular leaflet of all, with tangible information about how easy it is to travel in the EU. The leaflet includes a fold-out map of Europe.
This poster contains the complete text of all 54 articles of the Charter. It can be displayed in meeting rooms, libraries, etc.
This poster contains the complete text of all 54 articles of the Charter. It can be displayed in meeting rooms, libraries, etc.
What do you know about the people who worked so tirelessly to create the kind of Europe we live in today: a Europe that has known continuous peace for over 60 years? We call them the 'Founding Fathers' of the EU.
What do you know about the people who worked so tirelessly to create the kind of Europe we live in today: a Europe that has known continuous peace for over 60 years? We call them the 'Founding Fathers' of the EU.
"The EU in slides" is a selection of PowerPoint slides outlining the basics of what the European Union is, what it does, and how it works. They are a flexible aid for teachers and speakers giving presentations about the EU. They are open for editing - any of our multipliers can re-use the illustrations, graphs, or template. The content also shows a number of tangible advantages of the EU, as well as the more traditional subjects of EU history, treaties and institutions.
"The EU in slides" is a selection of PowerPoint slides outlining the basics of what the European Union is, what it does, and how it works. They are a flexible aid for teachers and speakers giving presentations about the EU. They are open for editing - any of our multipliers can re-use the illustrations, graphs, or template. The content also shows a number of tangible advantages of the EU, as well as the more traditional subjects of EU history, treaties and institutions.
Looking for teaching resources about the European Union? Or wanting to give a pointer to teachers who come to you? Teachers' Corner contains all kinds of material for different age groups.
Looking for teaching resources about the European Union? Or wanting to give a pointer to teachers who come to you? Teachers' Corner contains all kinds of material for different age groups.
Website banners, a logo, and promotional postcards are available for Kids' Corner and Teachers' Corner.
Practical handout indicating the phone number, the website, and the e-mail address for contacting Europe Direct. Can easily be adapted to add the contact details of a local EDIC.
