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Eurochild is inviting its members and candidate members to step forward for the 2025 Management Board elections. This is your chance to shape the future of our network and contribute to advancing #childrights across Europe. 🗳️ Positions Available: - President - Vice-President - 3 Ordinary Members Explore the application procedure and submit your candidacy by the end of February: https://buff.ly/3CvWKZo

💬 Social media are changing, and it feels like they’re becoming less safe with more hate speech and extremism. That’s why we’re exploring new spaces. You can find us on 🦋 too! #newbeginnings #hatespeech #socialmedia

While digital environments offer educational and social benefits that are key for the healthy development of #children, they also pose significant risks like cyberbullying, sexual abuse and exploitation, and negative mental health outcomes. Just as we ensure toys are safe for children, we can and must ensure that every #digital product, service, and platform accessible to children is safe and secure. Eurochild’s latest position paper calls for a nuanced approach to #childirights in the #digitalenvironment. It’s not just about prevention and protection, it’s about empowering children by realising their rights online: the right to participation, information, safety, privacy and freedom of expression. This requires: 🔸 Policymakers to implement and enforce strong legal frameworks that protect children; 🔸 Companies to create digital services that safeguard child rights, actively listening to and respecting their perspectives. Read our position paper: https://buff.ly/3PKMhfT

Cyclone Chido's passage over #Mayotte has left the island swept, ravaged, and bare. Almost a month later, the population remains helpless and is only slowly gaining access to basic resources. Eurochild member, Haki Za Wanatsa and Collectif CIDE Outre-mer are drawing attention to the living and care conditions of marginalized populations, as well as the adequacy of the emergency response to this total disaster. See how you can support their efforts in delivering aid to families and #children: https://buff.ly/4hizLzJ

The European Commission’s 2025 #EuropeanSemester Autumn Package highlights key socio-economic priorities for the year ahead, with a strong focus on tackling #childpoverty and #socialexclusion. While progress has been made, challenges remain in achieving 2030 targets, particularly around #earlychildhood education and #inclusiveeducation. Eurochild calls for a stronger emphasis on #childrights through initiatives like the #EUChildGuarantee to ensure no child is left behind. Read our full analysis and recommendations on the European Semester Autumn Package here: https://buff.ly/4jggjWc

In 2024, the young participants of #ProgettoDay had the opportunity to meet with their local policy-makers to share their ideas on how to transform the city of #Napoli. One of their key proposals was aligning local transport timetables with school schedules to reduce dropout rates. This powerful initiative highlights the importance of youth voices and ideas in shaping our communities. Watch our documentary to learn more about this inspiring project: https://buff.ly/3DkSPir

⌛️Last chance to apply! We are hiring a Child Participation & Events Intern with a keen interest in child participation, child protection, event organisation, and general administration. Find out more and apply by tomorrow 8 Jan 5 pm: https://buff.ly/41GPnZh #Brussels

Eurochild report ‘Children's Realities in Europe: Progress & Gaps’ highlights that the level of commitment to children's rights and addressing child poverty and social exclusion varies significantly across European countries. While some countries have taken steps to promote children's rights, others need to intensify their efforts. This diversity is reflected in the lived realities of children. Read our report focused on the policies and programmes in place to protect #childrights and prevent #childpoverty in Europe👉 https://buff.ly/3O62OKi #ChildGuarantee #EuropeanSemester #ChildPoverty

🌟 Eurochild wishes you a #HappyNewYear! 🌟 In 2025, we remain committed to working tirelessly to ensure that every child has the right to a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. Stay informed and connected with our work — subscribe to our monthly eNews Bulletin to receive the latest updates and insights on #childrights: https://buff.ly/4eG8yGO

In this season of hope and reflection, Eurochild Children’s Council and Eurochild Secretariat team shared their wishes for a Europe that can prioritise every child’s well-being. Read them here: https://buff.ly/3ZMPkJb #HolidaySeason #FestivePeriod #ChildRights