The European Citizen Action Service (ECAS) is an international, Brussels-based non-profit organisation with a pan-European membership and 27 years of experience. Our mission is to empower citizens in order to create a more inclusive and stronger European Union by:
- Promoting and defending citizens’ rights
- Developing and supporting mechanisms to increase citizens and citizen organisations’ democratic participation in, and engagement with, the EU.Â
Citizens’ Corner
EU Rights
Save the Date for our Conference “State of the Union Citizens’ Rights: Towards the European Elections 2019” on 25 September
Freedom of movement is one of the most cherished fundamental freedoms of the European Union. Together with the right to…
Procedural Steps and Drafting an Initiative Were Key Issues Covered in the First Webinar on the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI)
The ECI is the the first transnational participatory democracy tool for citizens, not only in Europe, but worldwide. To help…
Save the Date for our Conference “State of the Union Citizens’ Rights: Towards the European Elections 2019” on 25 September
Freedom of movement is one of the most cherished fundamental freedoms of the European Union. Together with the right to…
Procedural Steps and Drafting an Initiative Were Key Issues Covered in the First Webinar on the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI)
The ECI is the the first transnational participatory democracy tool for citizens, not only in Europe, but worldwide. To help…
EU Rights Clinic Petition Urges the European Parliament to Ensure Stronger Protection of Citizens’ Rights After Brexit
This week, the EU Rights Clinic, ECAS and 80 signatories submitted a petition calling the European Parliament to immediate action,…
ECAS’ Executive Director Features in Interview by ECI Team
During an interview with the European Citizens' Initiative team, our Executive Director Assya Kavrakova described ECAS' role in helping to…
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 15:40
The @EU_Commission has decided to register TWO NEW #ECIs: registration for the initiative 'Stop starvation for 8% o… https://t.co/cvFd3EQO29
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 15:19
#EUelections are just a few months way. Is your CSO ready to have an impact? #YouVoteEU can help you reach out to m… https://t.co/jrjDTmdWMM
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 14:58
RT @roslynfuller: .@ElisaLironi European Citizens Initiative is frustrating as it requires a lot of work and can result just in a formal re…
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 14:58
RT @roslynfuller: .@ElisaLironi a challenge is getting more people to participate in e-democracy, but also getting politicians to implement…
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 14:58
RT @roslynfuller: .@ElisaLironi talks to us about @ecas_europe and e-democracy at #Demcon2018 https://t.co/3FEzdmtgek
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 14:58
RT @roslynfuller: .@ElisaLironi new #ECI platform with more interactive features launched 2 months ago #DemCon2018 @ecas_europe
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 14:57
Our #Digitaldemocracy Manager @ElisaLironi is conducting a workshop on "Exploring Digital Democracy with #ECAS. Tak… https://t.co/EIhRgQBY26
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 14:25
RT @roslynfuller: Erwin Mayer speaking about his prior experience as a lobbyist and about @democracy_intl #DemCon2018 https://t.co/GSZ8RNaq…
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 10:19
RT @roslynfuller: .@CostaVayenas #blockchain e-government services & efficiency at #DemCon2018
ECAS NGO - 19/07/2018 09:00
Excessive delays & retention of personal documents reported as practical barriers to residence rights in the UK 🇬🇧… https://t.co/5aAJ2WSpRf
Upcoming workshops:
- 12 June 2018 – ‘The Ins and Outs of EU Funding: Understanding the Process and Increasing Your Chances of Success’
- 13 June 2018 – ‘Got the Money, Now What? – Learn How to Manage a European Project Effectively’
- 19 June 2018 – ‘Tips and Tricks for Effectively Advocating and Shaping the Agenda at EU Level’
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