Around 800 people from all over Europe got together for the European Citizens’ Panels in Strasbourg in September and October to discuss the challenges facing the EU. An integral part of the Conference on the Future of Europe, their suggestions will help build the EU of tomorrow.

technology

migration

health (2841)

rights of the individual

climate change

employment (4406)

Environment

Building the future: 4 weekends of EU Citizens’ Panels

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for Europeans to strengthen their democracy

the voice of young people heard in Europe

because we are going to live in this future.

aims to give EU citizens a say in their future.

"It's interesting to see the points of view

and to see how they think about democracy."

and debated ideas on everything from healthcare to digitalisation,

The climate crisis was also in the spotlight.

"I've been part of the problem for climate,

And so, I thought it's time for me to change.

For us, this weekend has started the process."

Participants spoke about the EU's role in the world,

discussing topics like trade, humanitarian aid,

So, we have to have some unified policy about it."

Representatives will present their panels' ideas

to help shape the Conference's conclusions.

for a second round of deliberations in November

and will finalise their proposals in December and January

The Conference will deliver its recommendations in spring.