The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) is organising a conference on A newchapter for participatory democracy: Paving the way for the future. The event will take place on Friday, 15 December 2023, from10.00 a.m. to 13.00 p.m (CET), in-person at the CoR (roomJDE52, Jaques Delors building) and online.
Strengthening the democratic foundation of the European Union has always been at the very core of the European Committee of the Regions. Local and regional politicians are the closest link to the citizens and it is their duty to bring their voices to the European level in order to ensure policymaking that creates a difference on the ground. Effectively engaging citizens is necessary in order to adequately represent them and to develop tailored solutions that reflect the vast diversity of Europe.
With the Conference on the Future of Europe, the Commission has undertaken a monumental task in reinvigorating and solidifying the democratic foundation of the European Union. Now, leading up to the European elections in 2024 and against the backdrop of technological advancements and global turmoil, it is important to see how we can establish meaningful connections with the European citizens and shape the future of Europe together. This conference will serve to:
- Take stock of what was done, what is working and what needs to change
- Look ahead to make sure that all institutional and other actors do their part in getting the citizens on board the European project
- Explore the challenges and opportunities for democracy that lie in the technological leaps in recent times
Take part in the conference and make sure that the next steps are made in the right direction!
Interpretation will be provided in: EN-FR-DE-IT