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07/10/2025
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Mental Health

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. 
Healthy minds, stronger Europe

UPCOMING EVENT – 10 OCT – FEPS HQ

Healthy minds, stronger Europe

Progressive solutions for Europe’s mental health 

In collaboration with the Progressive Analytical Centre and the Institute for Rational Addiction Policies
 

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

POLICY BRIEF & RECOMMENDATIONS

By Tomáš Petříček, Jana Michailidu, Aida Bikic and Sara Bojarczuk
 

At the event, we will launch the policy brief ‘Progressive solutions for mental health and wellbeing in Europe’, drawing on evidence, which proposes a progressive policy framework in support of a comprehensive EU strategy on mental health.
 

We also prepared a recommendation paper that goes straight to the point and highlights concrete, actionable proposals for policymakers.
Progressive solutions for mental health and wellbeing in Europe
Events

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S&D Latin American Days
 

📅  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.
FEPS at PES Congress 2025
 

📅  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.
Mobilising progressive Baltic solidarity and EU action for Ukraine’s accession and social transformation
 

📅  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.
Understanding the power of AI over decisions
 

📅  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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30 SEPT – ROME, ITALY

The profit-price spiral: How to prevent the cost of living crises

In collaboration with Fondazione Nenni and TASC
 

Inflation in the food and energy sectors, driven by speculation and excessive profits, must stop.
 

We brought together economists, experts, and political representatives to discuss the findings of the policy study “The profit-price spiral in food and energy“, which examines the drivers of inflation in those critical sectors and presents a concrete “toolbox” of measures for inflation preparedness, prevention, reduction and mitigation. 
The profit-price spiral: How to prevent the cost of living crises
Shaping tomorrow: Feminist Foreign Policy at the crossroads of values and strategy

30 SEPT – ONLINE

Shaping tomorrow: Feminist Foreign Policy at the crossroads of values and strategy

In collaboration with Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung

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.

3-4 OCT – BERN, SWITZERLAND

Switzerland in the Heart of Europe

Training Day 

In collaboration with Anny Klawa Morf Stiftung
 

This one-day workshop brought together young progressive political actors from across the EU, EFTA and Switzerland. It provided insights into the institutions of the European Union, current political developments, potential EU enlargements, and the evolving relationship between the EU and Switzerland.
Switzerland in the Heart of Europe
Progressive Post
Has peace still a chance?

PROGRESSIVE PAGE

Has peace still a chance?
 

Conflict increases, transactional mediation is on the rise and defence spending skyrockets while resources are cut for tools that support peace-making and peacekeeping.

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

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

📚 Read now.
 
 

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