Latest news from the European Commission on employment, social affairs and inclusion

How can AI make the world of work more inclusive and productive? How can the EU ensure that workers’ rights are protected in the wake of technological advancements? Take a look at the highlights of the second European Employment and Social Rights Forum.

The Commission has launched the 2024 European Semester cycle of economic policy coordination.

The Commission is presenting new initiatives to make it easier for Europeans to learn abroad, and to make the EU more attractive to non-EU learners.

The AGE 2023 Barometer analyses older people's place in the labour market and reports on inspiring practices in 19 EU countries. This first edition focuses on three policy areas: support for older people in the labour market, age discrimination in employment and workplaces for all ages.

ProFem 2.0, a centre for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Czechia, has won the 2023 REGIOSTARS award in the category ‘A social and inclusive Europe’. A total of seven EU-funded projects received REGIOSTAR awards.

Take part in this new call for transnational projects to develop young people’s skills and help them integrate into the labour market. EUR 9 million will be available to develop or scale up innovative practices that have proven to be successful in other countries and regions.

Help the EU evaluate the support provided by the European Social Fund and the Youth Employment Initiative in 2014-2020. Take part in the online public consultation by 9 January.

Read about positive actions taken out by employers and public authorities in Europe to hire persons with disabilities and combat stereotypes.

This paper analyses the increase of energy prices since mid-2021, and its effect on low and middle-income households. It focuses on price changes in energy and transport and their impact on income distribution.

This review focuses on the impact of demographic changes on labour market outcomes and the potential of pension reforms to counteract these projected trends. ESDE quarterly reviews provide an overview of recent social and labour market developments in the EU.

The 2023 Annual Review highlights the EU's economic resilience amid global challenges. The report underscores the dynamic nature of the labour market, with businesses facing labour shortages despite positive economic indicators.

The report provides an annual overview of key employment and social developments in the EU and its countries recent policy measures.