The EU agency providing knowledge to assist in the development of better social, employment and work-related policies. Executive Director @IvailoKalfin
Can a stronger social Europe rebuild public trust?
In the latest episode of #EurofoundTalks, Mary McCaughey sits down with @liandersson to discuss how Europe can bridge the growing trust deficit in its democratic systems.
🎧 Listen now: ow.ly/CVLV50YuN6S
Is work in Europe more stressful for women?
📺 Tomorrow at 11:00 CET we will premiere a special discussion for #InternationalWomensDay at the European Parliament’s VoxBox Studios.
Host: @MariaWalshEU
Don’t miss it! 👉 ow.ly/YRUo50Yp3p2
We’ve just wrapped up a productive two‑day visit with the European Parliament’s EMPL Committee here at Eurofound 🇪🇺
Thank you to the Committee for the engagement and collaboration!
We look forward to continuing our work together 🤝
We’re delighted to welcome a delegation from the European Parliament’s EMPL Committee to our offices! 🇪🇺
Led by Li Andersson MEP, the visit brings together senior MEPs from across political groups, offering a valuable opportunity to exchange views and strengthen cooperation.
🎥 Behind the podcast: The housing struggles of Europe’s youth
In this episode of #EurofoundTalks Mary McCaughey is joined by Marie Hyland to discuss the latest research on housing issues for Europe’s youth.
Watch here: youtu.be/3w48h8hXZ7s
The European Child Guarantee monitor is a tool developed by Eurofound to track children's access to key essential services across EU Member States.
Browse now 🔗 eurofound.europa.eu/en/surve…
📣 New episode of #EurofoundTalks online!
🏘️ In this episode Mary McCaughey is joined by Marie Hyland to discuss the latest research on housing issues for Europe’s youth.
🎧 Listen now
🟢 Spotify: ow.ly/cGPK50Y8HnZ
🍎 Apple podcasts: ow.ly/nTht50Y8HnY
⚠️ Have you registered for our webinar on 'Navigating a new era of psychosocial risk in Europe' this afternoon?
🪑 There are still a few places left!
ℹ️ Full details: ow.ly/uwGV50Y82xk
Minimum wage growth remains real and substantial for 2026. Many EU Member States with a statutory or national minimum wage have continued to apply more structural uprates, with the aim of reaching a higher percentage value of actual wages.
📄 Read more: ow.ly/OLj950Y5W2y
The #EUSocialForum returns on 3–4 March 2026!
This edition focuses on how #SocialEurope can best empower people in times of change, bringing together decision makers, social partners, researchers and policymakers in Brussels and online.
👉ow.ly/Wz5t50Y5s8U
🪑 Our upcoming webinar has been very popular and there is a limited number of spaces left!
We will be navigating a new era of psychosocial risk in Europe with @EU_OSHA
on 3 February.
ℹ️ Full details and registration: app.livestorm.co/eurofound/n…
#InternationalDayofEducation
📚 Early childhood education and care (ECEC) supports children’s cognitive and socio‑emotional development, reduces later educational disparities, and strengthens social inclusion.
Learn more: eurofound.europa.eu/en/surve…
📣 EXTENDED DEADLINE 📅
Our call for applications from Academic Experts has been extended until Saturday 31 January.
Learn more about our Advisory Committees and apply 👉 ow.ly/fPzf50Y1GKx
How was living and working in the EU in 2025?
Despite lower inflation and stable labour markets, respondents continue to face significant challenges:
🔹Rise in the cost of living
🔹Decrease in the quality of life and well-being
🔹Work-life balance
🔹Environmental concerns