Shopping should be safe and transparent. Too many consumers face dark patterns, misleading offers, and products that do not meet safety standards. The 2030 Consumer Agenda sets the path for safer, clearer, and more sustainable choices. It focuses on: ๐ŸŒCompleting the single market ๐Ÿ’ป Digital fairness that tackles dark patterns and unfair personalisation โ™ป๏ธ Sustainable and repairable choices ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธBetter enforcement Safe and fair for every consumer โค๏ธ. More: image
Simplicity is on Europeโ€™s digital menu ๐Ÿช Our new Digital Package could save businesses โ‚ฌ5 billion by 2029 and boost AI-driven innovation. Hereโ€™s how โ†“ ๐Ÿ“˜ Simplified rules on AI, cybersecurity and data ๐Ÿ“ˆ Data Union Strategy to support AI leadership ๐Ÿ“ฑEuropean Business Wallet to cut red-tape and facilitate cross-border operations By simplifying digital rules, we can lower costs and unlock innovation โ€“ all while safeguarding privacy, fairness, and security. โ†’ image
From toddlers to grandparents, every decision we make today leaves a mark on all generations of tomorrow. We must make sure weโ€™re building a fair Europe, not just now, but for our childrenโ€™s grandchildren. Over the weekend, 150 citizens came together to share ideas on how we can build this future for Europe. Find out more: https://link.europa.eu/nY4cQN
Antibiotic resistance is a serious and growing public health challenge in Europe. Misuse and overuse make bacteria resistant, making infections harder to treat. On European Antibiotic Awareness Day: ๐Ÿšซ Use antibiotics responsibly ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ Only take them when prescribed ๐Ÿ“… Finish the full course ๐Ÿšซ Never share or use leftovers ๐Ÿ’ช Prevent infections with hygiene & vaccines Protect these lifesaving medicines for future generations. More โ†’ image
On this day, 36 years ago, the #VelvetRevolution began. Students gathered in Prague and demanded more democracy. A peaceful movement that changed the course of history โ€” and still inspires Europe today. image
Imagine working for free from today until the end of the year. ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿผโ€๐Ÿ’ป #EUEqualPayDay marks an unfair truth: the EU gender pay gap is still 12%. Our Roadmap for Women's Rights reinforces our commitment to gender equality with a long-term vision, including: ๐Ÿ”น Equal pay & economic empowerment ๐Ÿ”น Equal employment opportunities & adequate working conditions ๐Ÿ”น Work/life balance ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿฝโ€โš–๏ธ Equality isnโ€™t just a goal, itโ€™s a guarantee we owe to every woman in Europe. ๐Ÿ”— image
We are building a Union of Equality, free from discrimination based on gender, race, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆโœ‹๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿฝโ€๐Ÿฆฏ And weโ€™re doing it together with our citizens. From implementing a new Code of conduct on hate speech online to co-creating a rulebook to fight bullying in schools. Tolerance isnโ€™t just a principle โ€“ itโ€™s a practice that should go beyond the #DayForTolerance. Outcome from the EU Citizensโ€™ Panel on Tackling Hatred ๐Ÿ’ฌ https://link.europa.eu/bHVQrB image
New countries. New friends. New skills. New ideas. Erasmus+ applications are now open. Weโ€™ve got over โ‚ฌ5 billion ready for organisations and partnerships to create opportunities to: ๐ŸŒ Study or train abroad ๐Ÿค Join projects that make a difference ๐Ÿš€ Build skills for the jobs you want 2026 is all about more mobility, more partnerships, and fresh ideas in schools. Your chance to learn, travel, and shape the future starts now. Whatโ€™s holding you back? The time to check in ๐Ÿ‘‰ image
239 researchers. 66 teams. Global reach. The new โ‚ฌ684 million ERC Synergy Grants tackle some of the most challenging scientific questions across a broad range of fields. From DNA nanomachines and RNA therapies to Big Bang physics and climate resilience, these researchers will help crack scienceโ€™s hardest puzzles. Europe is backing bold ideas for cutting-edge research. Because the future of research starts here. More ๐Ÿ‘‰ #ChooseEurope image