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Europe’s first anti-poverty strategy!
On 6 May 2026, the European Commission published EU’s first-ever anti-poverty strategy. This marks a significant and long-awaited step forward in the fight against social exclusion.
Tackling Poverty / Solidarity
European Union
Food is a Human Right for All European Citizens
Emmaus Europe has joined the European Citizens’ Initiative “Food is a Human Right for All!”. The signature collection has officially opened on 7 January.
Circular economy / The environment
European Union
Coalition on the EU Anti-Poverty Strategy
The eradication of poverty is a political choice. In response to the European Commission’s announcement of the first-ever EU Anti-Poverty Strategy, due for early 2026, Emmaus Europe and a diverse group of civil society organisations have come together to demand for ambition, coherence and action.
Tackling Poverty / Solidarity
European Union
Emmaus Europe & 469 organisations denounce the European Commission’s deregulation campaign
Tuesday, 9 September 2025 -Today, Emmaus Europe along with civil society, trade unions, and public interest groups delivered a clear message to Commission President von der Leyen, the European Commissioners, and EU Member States in a statement signed by us and 469 organisations.
