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Given the anxiety and uncertainty in our societies, mental health has emerged as one of the defining public policy challenges of our time. Addictions, the impact of new technologies and mental well-being at work are central concerns for everyone. A comprehensive, gender-responsive, and inclusive approach is needed at the EU level – one that shifts away from stigma towards prevention and empowerment.

Mental health is a fundamental component of the quality of life. This is what progressives needs to stand for. 

On World Mental Health Day, join us – in person or online – for the conference “Healthy mind, stronger Europe”.

Bringing together policymakers, practitioners, academics and civil society, this event will present the results of three expert groups that have been working on concrete recommendations on:

• Mental health in the workplace
• The impact of digital technologies on mental health, including social media
• The intersection of mental health and addictive behaviour

Upcoming events

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📅  16 OCT

📍 EP, BRUSSELS

S&D Latin American Days

FEPS fringe session

This FEPS-led fringe session will examine how deeper EU-LAC cooperation in trade and development can drive sustainable growth, advance digital and green transitions, and contribute to building more resilient, fair, and inclusive economies across both regions.

The S&D Latin American Days aim to foster cooperation between progressive forces in Latin America and Europe by providing platforms for dialogue on shared values and interests. Find out more.

📅  17 OCT

📍  AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

FEPS at PES Congress 2025

FEPS will once again contribute to the PES Congress by advancing progressive ideas and shaping debates on how to strengthen equity, sustainability, and democracy in Europe and beyond. 

FEPS will host a series of fringe events that explore the renewal of social democracy, the shifts in the global order, and the future of work – alongside dedicated training sessions with our partners. Register.

📅  31 OCT

📍 VILNIUS, LITHUANIA

Mobilising Progressive Baltic Solidarity and EU Action for Ukraine’s Accession and Social Transformation

This new initiative aims to promote public dialogue on pathways toward peace in Ukraine, with a focus on security guarantees, prospects for a sustainable peace deal, and the implications of Ukraine’s potential EU membership. Register.

We’ll also showcase recent work by FEPS and its partners: a newly translated Ukrainian edition of the 📕 book “Europe and the War in Ukraine” and a 📄 series of policy briefs on post-war reconstruction.

📅  5 NOV

📍 EESC HQ

Understanding the power of AI over decisions
Fostering a better understanding of AI’s implications for employment 

Join us as we explore the development of best practices in response to the ever-evolving algorithmic management and engage with MEPs on the upcoming legislative proposal on AI in the workplace. 

📕 We will also launch the book “Algorithmic rule” and we will inaugurate the exhibition ‘My boss, the algorithm’. Register to join this exciting journey!

Past events

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Members of the Feminist Foreign Policy Progressive Voices Collective (FFPPVC) met online to shape progressive approaches to Feminist Foreign Policy in Europe and beyond.

Together, they examined the strategic interests – beyond values – driving the implementation of a Feminist Foreign Policy at the EU level and coordinated upcoming events and publications.

What’s happening to the idea of peace? Read the articles of this new dossier to find out:

• Past and future peace by Oliver P. Richmond
• Peace for sale? by Erin McCandless 
• What future for peace and peacekeeping in a world preparing for war by Cedric De Coning
• A practitioner’s perspective on peace funding by Audrey Williams

Now more than ever, we must give peace a chance!

📚 Read now.

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