Latest Past Events

The only way is up? Social mobility and equal opportunities – Joint OECD-Eurofound Conference

Eurofound and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) are co-organising a joint high-level conference on social mobility and equal opportunities in Paris, France on Thursday, 4 May 2017. The event will provide a lively platform to discuss fresh evidence on intergenerational mobility and policies which support upward mobility, especially among the disadvantaged population…

EAPN Portugal seminar on local authorities’ role in combating poverty, Avintes

EAPN Portugal is organizing a seminar on the contribution and participation of the local authorities in combating poverty and social exclusion. It is intended that this event provide a broad discussion among civil society and the social sector, on the specific role of local authorities to accomplish this goal, taking into account the Local Governance…

3 regional workshops in Ireland on the EU, its Parliament and the fight against poverty

As the EU celebrates its 60th birthday, these regional workshops are the chance to discuss questions like: How does Europe decide social policies? What difference does this make to people affected by poverty? How can we influence European policy? Why is the EU in crisis? What do Brexit and the rise of racism mean for…