NEET in Emilia-Romagna: EU support for vulnerable young people

Since 2013, the EU has been promoting tools to support NEETs, in particular to foster their integration into training and vocational pathways. Following the Covid-19 pandemic, which worsened the conditions and numbers of young people in fragile situations, the EU set new targets to reduce the number of NEETs by 2030. The Emilia-Romagna Region has […]

Podcast: The new Aosta University Campus

Aosta, a city in north-western Italy, is known for its rich history and beautiful Alpine scenery. Recently, the city has undergone a transformation with the help of MCA, an architectural firm specialising in the preservation of historical buildings and the introduction of modern design elements. This also includes the project for the construction of the […]

Media freedom: a new law to protect journalists and press freedom

In recent days, MEPs have given the final green light to the European Media Freedom Act, which aims to protect EU journalists and media from political or economic interference. The new regulation, approved by 464 votes to 92 with 65 abstentions, obliges member states to protect the independence of the media and prohibits any form […]

Social Economy and Europe – Clip of Cohesion #65

Clip of Cohesion #65 – At the event organised by Europe Direct Emilia-Romagna held on 22 February at the Sala Borsa in Bologna, the new European perspectives of the social economy were discussed with leading representatives of the sector