The Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament is pleased to invite you to an expert exchange on the current challenges for civil society organisations and the funding of NGOs in a changed political landscape.
The seminar titled “Renew civil society’s role in Europe” will take place on 12th June 2025 from 11:30 to 14:00 in the European Parliament in Brussels, room PHS 5B1. With this event, we aim to take stock of the most recent political developments relevant to civil society, shed a light on the working conditions and prospects of their organisations and show solidarity. The event also aims at looking into additional support and funding options of these organizations, ensuring that they receive the resources they need.
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Programme
11:35 - 11:45 Opening remarks by Fabienne Keller, Renew Europe LIBE Coordinator, MEP
11:45 - 12:30 Panel Debate: Civil society under pressure, Moderation: Lucia Yar, MEP
- András Kádár, Co-chair of the Hungarian Helsinki Committee
- Giada Negri, Research and Advocacy Coordinator at the European Civic Forum
- Boris Strečanský, Platform for Democracy in Slovakia
12:30 - 13:00 Networking lunch
13:00 - 13:45 Panel Debate: NGO funding in a changed political landscape, Moderation: Irena Joveva, MEP
- Nicholas Aiossa, Director and Head of Policy and Advocacy, Transparency International EU
- Neil Datta, Executive Director European Parliamentary Forum for Sexual and Reproductive Rights
- Alva Finn, Executive Director of the European Liberal Forum (ELF)
13:45 - 14:00 Closing remarks: Raquel García Hermida-van der Walle, MEP