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ISSN : 2443-9584

	Publications Update
	DG COMMUNICATION

In this issue - October 2017
Top news Policy by policy The fundamentals - general information on the EU		Have fun and learn: the EU for young citizens The historical dimension Publications from our partners

'EU&ME': an interactive booklet about the EU for teenagers and their teachers

If you are a teenager or a secondary school teacher, 'EU&ME' is for you!

Updated mini-poster presenting the Members of the European Commission 2014-19

Following the appointment of the new Commissioner responsible for Digital Economy and Society, Mariya GABRIEL, we have updated the ever-popular mini-poster presenting the 28 Members of the European Commission. The mini-poster is printed on a single A4 page and contains the photos and portfolios of each Commissioner. NA-01-17-861-**-D Available in 24 languages.

Policy by policy

Future of Europe: White Paper and all five reflection papers now available

The White Paper on the future of Europe looks at how Europe will change in the next decade, from the impact of new technologies on society and jobs, to questions about globalisation, security and the rise of populism. It spells out the choice faced by Europe: being swept along by these trends, or embracing them and seizing the new opportunities they bring. Five reflection papers deepen the discussion and are now all available to order.

The EU and jobs, growth and investment

The European Commission’s top priority is to get Europe growing again and increase the number of jobs without creating new debt.

The EU and the Digital Single Market

The Digital Single Market in Europe has been created to ensure equal access to products and services, to create the right environment for dynamic and safe online innovative ecosystems in Europe, and to make sure every European citizen, business and government can trust online services and benefit from the digital revolution.

The EU and energy union and climate action

Europeans need secure, sustainable and affordable energy. Our way of life is such that energy is vital for essential day-to-day services, without which we and our businesses cannot function. We need it for our lighting, heating, transport and industrial output. In addition to our basic needs, we also need it for our washing machines, computers, televisions and all the other goods that we use almost without thinking. However, making sure we have all the energy we need, at a price we can afford, both now and in the future, is not so easy.

The EU and the Single Market

The single market is one of Europe’s major achievements. It delivers tangible benefits for people and is an engine for building a stronger and fairer EU economy.

The EU and Economic and Monetary Union

Economic and monetary union represents a major step in the integration of EU economies. Launched in 1992, the union involves the coordination of economic and fiscal policies, a common monetary policy, and a common currency, the euro.

Updated: The EU and the Migration Crisis (second edition)

In 2015 and 2016, the EU experienced an unprecedented influx of refugees and migrants. More than 1 million people arrived in the European Union, most of them fleeing from war and terror in Syria and other countries.

Updated: Spotlight on the European Solidarity Corps (2nd edition)

Young people across the EU should have the opportunity to volunteer or work for a good cause, said Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker during his State of the Union address in September 2016. This would allow them to express their solidarity, develop skills and gain experience. This factsheet presents the latest state of play of this important initiative.

'EU explained' series of booklets

What are the aims and the results of major EU policies? The 'EU explained' series of booklets presents all existing EU policies to the general public. There are currently 32 titles available.

The fundamentals - general information on the EU

Europe in 12 lessons

What purpose does the EU serve? Why and how was it set up? How does it work? What has it already achieved for its citizens, and what new challenges does it face today?

The EU in 2016: General Report and Highlights

Do you want to know what the EU achieved in 2016? What progress it made in delivering on its priorities? The measures it took to boost jobs, growth and investment? The ambition behind the newly-launched European Solidarity Corps? The good progress made on migration? The new trade partnership agreed with Canada? And how EU citizens benefited from the Union? You can find the answers to all these questions and more in 'The EU in 2016'.

How the European Union works

This basic publication on the EU institutions contains an overview of the decision-making process and a chapter about each institution.

Travelling in Europe 2017-2018

The new edition of this popular leaflet is now available to order. It contains information on many practical aspects of issues that you might encounter when travelling within the European Union and also includes a helpful fold-out map of Europe.

Wallchart featuring a map of Europe

This is a new edition of our popular poster featuring a map of Europe and some basic facts about each EU country. The colourful flags make it an attractive product to display in public places, waiting rooms, schools, and so on. It is in A1 landscape format (84 cm wide and 59 cm tall).

The EU in slides

"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. The slides are a flexible aid for teachers and speakers giving presentations about the EU. They are fully editable - anyone can re-use the illustrations, graphs, or templates. The slides cover many of the benefits of the EU, as well as the more traditional subjects of EU history, treaties and institutions.

The EU Charter of Fundamental Rights on a poster: the full text

This poster contains the complete text of all 54 articles of the Charter. It can be displayed in meeting rooms, classrooms, libraries, offices, at home, etc.

You can set the agenda: Guide to the European Citizens’ Initiative

Making the European Union more democratic and transparent is one of the priorities of the Juncker Commission. It is against this background that the European Citizens’ Initiative is particularly important since it gives citizens the opportunity to express their concerns in a very concrete way and to influence the European political and legislative agenda.

Do you want to know how to contact Europe Direct?

This practical flyer has just been updated and indicates the phone number, the website, and the e-mail address for contacting Europe Direct. It can easily be adapted to include the contact details of any local Europe Direct Information Centre.

Have fun and learn: the EU for young citizens

'Let's explore Europe!' - educational booklet for 9 - 12 year olds

A booklet aimed at younger schoolchildren tells the story of Europe simply and clearly. It covers subjects ranging from nature and geography, to history and the EU more generally.

'Europa. A journal for young people' - educational booklet about the EU for 13-18 year olds

This brochure for adolescents explains what the EU is and what it does, answering questions such as "who runs Europe?" and "what impact does the European Union have on daily lives?"

Europe in a nutshell

This PowerPoint presentation provides a simple overview of the EU. It is available on Teachers' Corner in 23 languages.

Kids' Corner

Educational games and information for young people on European subjects – that it what you can find on the Kids' Corner website. You can train your memory with European flags, explore countries, discover famous Europeans, fly spaceships while you learn history, and much more...

Teachers' Corner

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.

The historical dimension

The European Story: 60 years of shared progress

The foundations for the Europe we all know today were laid on 26 March 1957 in Rome. The heads of state and government of the European Community signed what is today known as "The Treaties of Rome". This 32 page brochure showcases six decades of shared progress under 10 main themes: peace, democracy, freedom, prosperity, discovery, equality, well-being, sustainability, influence and diversity.

The founding fathers and other stories from the past

What do you know about the people who worked to create the kind of Europe we live in today: a Europe that has known continuous peace for over 70 years? We call them the 'Founding Fathers' of the EU.

Publications from our partners

Poland: An EU calendar to accompany students throughout the year

An EU calendar produced by the Commission Representation in Poland accompanies both students and teachers throughout the year, connecting them to the European Union on a daily basis. “The calendar is both an educational tool and a way to promote the EU's achievements. It contains information about the Europe Direct Network, the main aspects of the EU and the EU's tasks”, says Jacek Alicki, Publications Officer at the Commission Representation in Warsaw.

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