As the political unrest in Westminster unravels, we have looked at possible scenarios and it is obvious that the best option for Britain is membership of the European Union
#Brexit
#EurMove
Dear
@PM_ViktorOrban
,
If you are wondering where the money went, you better look at home.
We’d all like to know what you and your friends did with EU taxpayers' money.
What an exciting win for all Europeans at the
@Europarl_EN
! 👏
In a historic move, MEPs have voted in favor to
#reform
the EU Treaties—a powerful leap for a more influential 🇪🇺 on the world stage.
This opens the door to: 👇🧵
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This is the Flag of Europe.
65 years ago today, it was adopted by the Council of Europe.
It’s older than the European Union, or even the European Economic Community. It gestures towards collaboration, solidarity, and hope on our continent.
It belongs to us all. 🤗
Winning the Woman in Power🏆 is
@MarinSanna
!
The 🇫🇮 Prime Minister was chosen for the skillful and adept way in which she has navigated her country through a series of crises, but also for her notable work in promoting LGBT and human rights.
#WomenOfEurope
♀️
🇺🇦We stand by the side of Ukrainian people and against Putin’s aggression.
The EU must act with unity, confidence and strength to defend peace and democracy in Europe by all means at its disposal.
Together we will face off the evil of war.
#OnThisDay
in 1989, the
#BerlinWall
that had for so long stood as the physical embodiment of the East-West divide in Europe, was toppled.
33 years later we are reminded that we are stronger together than divided.💪
To a connected and united 🇪🇺!
Another candidate breaking records,
@MarinSanna
has made waves as the world’s youngest Prime Minister! 🇫🇮
Her effective leadership skills have been illustrated time & time again since she took office in 2019.
#WomenOfEurope
♀️
🤝It was an honour to hand over the much-deserved Woman in Power Award to
@kajakallas
, Prime Minister of Estonia.
Her defence of gender equality & the promotion of European integration make her a dedicated champion of democratic principles &
#EU
values. 🇪🇺
#womenofeurope
Jacques Delors was a visionary European whose leadership paved the way for the Single Market and the common currency.
His legacy lives on and inspires us to strive towards closer European integration.
Today, 30 years ago, the 'European citizen' was officially born in Maastricht.
With the Treaty on European Union 🇪🇺, we cemented our joint dedication to democracy, peace, and justice. Not only in Europe, but also in the wider world🌍
#MaastrichtTreaty
Join us and thousands at
@DemFest_EU
, where we are inviting to a MASSIVE celebration of European democracy. Citizens, influencers, organisations, political parties, decision-makers and more 😁🇪🇺💫
👉👉
#DemFest
#ThisTimeImVoting
#EUelections2019
This is the flag of Europe. 🇪🇺
68 years ago today, it was adopted by the Council of Europe.
It’s older than the European Union itself, or even the European Economic Community. It gestures towards collaboration, solidarity, and hope on our continent.
It belongs to us all. 🤗
Dear EU leaders, as you gather for the
#EUCO
meeting, we have a message for you!
We cannot be held to ransom by autocrats.
Support Ukraine. 🇺🇦 Defend Europe. 🇪🇺
Read more 👉
🎉75 years ago, European leaders & citizens, under the chairmanship of Winston Churchill, gathered to craft a way towards a peaceful, democratic & united Europe.
Their first act was to create the European Movement & since then, we have promoted those values across our continent.
🔴WINNER, Woman In Power Award: Sviatlana Tikhanovskaya!👏
She has been a strong and outspoken voice for free democracy and the rule of law. Despite fierce opposition, she leads the Belarus' pursuit of new beginnings, and her work is nothing short of inspiring.
#WomenOfEurope
Paul-Henri Spaak, one of the Founding Fathers of the EU, was born today in 1899 🇪🇺
He saw cooperation as an opportunity to make Europe a strong & peaceful continent after World War II, & promoted the creation of a customs union.
Today, we honour his legacy 🤲
In remembrance of the atomic bombing of
#Hiroshima
, we reaffirm and highlight our commitment to
#peace
!🕊️
We must heed history’s stark reminder of the devastation of nuclear warfare as a profound cautionary tale for those who threaten the use of nuclear weapons today.
On Europe Day, we stand up for the values that unite us as Europeans.
Peace, Democracy and Solidarity with those suffering war. 🇺🇦🇪🇺
Let’s protect our values.
No matter what.
Everywhere.
#TogetherForEurope
#EuropeDay
📽️👇
We have joined thousands in Brussels to show our solidarity to the Ukrainian people.
The European Movement stands for peace, freedom & democracy 🇪🇺🇺🇦
#StandWithUkraine
#Ukraine
3 years since the 🇬🇧 left the 🇪🇺.
As the pitfalls of life away from our European family are becoming more evident, we hope that the day Britain will return to our Union is not too far.
Let's continue our efforts toward trust & cooperation, & work together for a stronger Europe.
Today is a good day for democracy in Europe. 🇪🇺
The Commission will trigger rule of law mechanism against Orbán government. ⚖️
They must respect EU values. The values Hungarians and Poles fought for. The values their governments promised to uphold.
For 70 years, with citizens at the center, we have been shaping a Europe built on peace, solidarity, democracy & our common values!
In 1952, the first Common Assembly of the European Coal and Steel Community officially established pan-European democracy.
We're together for 🇪🇺!
“I encourage all of you to keep focusing on Belarus and support us in our fight for freedom. I am very thankful to all of you for this award. It belongs to every brave woman in Belarus who fights for freedom and dignity.”
-
@Tsihanouskaya
, Winner - Woman in Power 2021
#IWD2021
Today marks 75 years since the end of World War 2, when the dark forces of fascism, authoritarianism, nationalism & militarism were defeated.
#ThisIsTheEU
#EuropeDay
31 years ago, the European citizen was officially born in Maastricht!
#OnThisDay
, European leaders came together to sign the
#MaastrichtTreaty
, marking a crucial step in the history of European integration.
This served as the foundation of the Union we know today. 🇪🇺
64 years ago today, the
#TreatyofRome
was signed✍️
It laid the foundation of our European community, which has grown into the world’s strongest alliance of cross-border friendship, unity & solidarity🇪🇺
It belongs to us all.🤗
The European Movement International was founded in 1948 upon the values of Peace, Freedom, Democracy.
As Putin's invasion of
#Ukraine
continues, our Board held an emergency meeting to reaffirm our commitment to these values and to all those who are fighting to protect them.
29 years ago, the European citizen was born in Maastricht.
With the Treaty on European Union 🇪🇺, we confirmed our dedication to peace, security and justice not only on our continent, but also in the wider world 🌍
#MaastrichtTreaty
Today would have been the
#50thanniversary
of the 🇬🇧's EU membership.
While the country may have left, it'll never be too late to return to the fold! 🤝🇪🇺
Let's celebrate the accomplishments and milestones of the past and look forward to a future of cooperation & unity.🤞
🇺🇦Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine aims to spread war, oppression and authoritarianism.
We must protect democracy, freedom, peace and respect for human rights in Ukraine, across Europe and the world.
Add your voice and speak out, sign our petition 👉
ONLINE EVENT | Tune in to the discussion with Audrey Tang, Taiwan’s renowned Digital Minister. Together with the tech community and civil society, she made Taiwan a world leader in innovative citizen participation.
✍ Sign up:
📌 Sep 7, 2020 / 9:00 CET
The strength of the European project lies in unity, solidarity, and the determined defence of the fundamental values that underpin our Union.
Our statement on the 17-18 April meeting of the European Council👇
The new year means a new relationship with the United Kingdom.
As neighbours and steadfast allies, we need to find new ways to enhance mutual cooperation. The
#EU27
will continue building a Union for everyone to take pride in.
The door for re-entry will always be open. 🇪🇺🇬🇧
🇪🇺 The European citizen was officially born in Maastricht, 32 years ago!
✒️With the signing of the
#MaastrichtTreaty
, European leaders laid the foundation for our Union, marking a crucial step in the history of European integration and shaping a future of democracy.
Kauthar Bouchallikht is figurehead of the climate movement in Europe. At age 27, she was elected into the NL Parliament, becoming one of the first climate strikers to take national office.
She actively fights for women's rights, especially for women of color.
#WomenOfEurope
♀️
✅EFFICIENT DECISION-MAKING: Updating how the EU makes decisions to prevent anyone from blocking progress by veto
🌐EU ENLARGEMENT: Speeding up the transformative power of the
#enlargement
process, by switching from unanimity to qualified majority voting
#QMV
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Winning the Woman in Action Award is
@olya_rudenko
!🏆
This inspiring 🇺🇦 journalist won this award for her commitment to independent & impartial journalism amidst the ongoing conflict in 🇺🇦.
#WomenOfEurope
♀️🏆
Today is the Day of Ukrainian Statehood 🇺🇦
We celebrate Ukrainians' unwavering determination for independence and their commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty, democracy, and lasting freedom.
The values we share as Europeans unite us! 💙
#StandwithUkraine
🇺🇦Support for Ukraine is now more important than ever.
✋We stand against brutality, calling for peace and the respect for human rights.
🗣️Make your voice feel heard, sign the petition.
Link below 👇
🇺🇦Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine aims to spread war, oppression and authoritarianism.
We must protect democracy, freedom, peace and respect for human rights in Ukraine, across Europe and the world.
Add your voice and speak out, sign our petition 👉
🎉We are honored to announce the shortlisted nominees for the
#WomenOfEurope
Awards 2022!
It's a privilege to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding women, who serve as an inspiration to so many others across the continent.🌍✨
More info 👉
Today we celebrate 75 years of the Council of Europe!
Its contribution to peace, democracy & rule of law in Europe is invaluable.
Our history is intimately linked, having been behind the creation of the
@coe
.
We continue our joint journey in pursuit of our common values
#CoE75
🇺🇦🇪🇺 Ukraine's civil society will start operating from the
@Europarl_EN
office in the heart of Brussels.
Emotional opening ceremony by the volunteers of
@PromoteUkraine
and the
@EP_President
, Roberta Metsola.
We look forward to continue working with them.
#Ukraine
Europe is our cup of tea 🇪🇺
Today, our Board met at the European Movement HQ in Brussels, to reflect on the essential role of civil society in shaping the future of Europe & discuss key issues related to democracy, the war in 🇺🇦& economic recovery.
We stand
#TogetherForEurope
🌟
Yesterday marked 70 years since the European Convention on Human Rights was signed.
The European Movement played a historic & vital role in drafting this treaty, which has since served to enshrine + safeguard fundamental human rights across the continent.
Read more below 👇
4/ A number of lawyers associated with the European Movement began drafting just such a charter, with the declared aim of creating “a system of collective security against tyranny”. They arrived in Strasbourg in August 1949 with a blueprint ready to propose.
🍃ENVIRONMENT: Boosting the EU's exclusive competence, enhancing its capacity to safeguard biodiversity & play a more influential role in climate negotiations
👥DELIBERATIVE DEMOCRACY: Following up on the
#CoFoE
to develop a closer link between citizens & decision-makers
(3/4)
For 70 years we've been fighting nationalism and extremism across
#Europe
.
Say no to Steve Bannon's attempt to undermine our democracy and
#EuropeanValues
- get involved with a European Movement in your area!
👉👈
#ALL2019
#BanBannon
#EurMove
Today, the European Parliament made history! 🇪🇺
It approved an unprecedented green recovery fund that will help Europe recover from the pandemic.
Together we will
#BuildBackBetter
Winning the Woman in Power Award: Laura Codruța Köves💪♀️⚡i
#WomanOfEurope
She receives the award for showing extraordinary political leadership in Europe through her notable work against high-level corruption in Romania.
We strongly support this meaningful vote.
Now it's the time to be bold. Let's seize this chance to strengthen our democracy and empower the EU to champion our rights and values! 🇪🇺✊
(4/4)
🏁It's a wrap! Resolutions sealed, new board elected, and our exciting work plan is underway. 🚀
Thanks to all our members for joining a productive 2 day meeting. We're ready to turn plans into action and looking forward to reuniting soon.✨
Together for Europe 🇪🇺
#EMIAssemble
We are very proud to officially announce the new Board of the European Movement International👏
We are very grateful to represent such a wide and diverse network of orgs and citizens from all corners of society doing such important work! Congratulations🎉
#EMIAssemble
🇪🇺✨
It's a bird... It's a plane... NO! It's civil society SUPERHEROES joining forces to make sure we make a better
#EU
for the people, the planet and all that's in between 🕵️♀️🕵️♂️🤗 Check out the new
#OnOurWatchEU
the
#EUEncyclopedia
💪🌠
👉👉
Drafted by the
@coe
, the European Convention on Human Rights entered into force 69 years ago.🇪🇺
The
#ECHR
marked the birth of a stronger Europe in which human rights would always prevail. More than a legal text, it's the compass that guarantees & supports our fundamental values!
We are saddened immensely by the passing of EP President David Sassoli, a convinced European who promoted democracy and our fundamental values throughout his life.
May he rest in peace and those close to him find solace in the memory of the time they had with him.
📢 It's official!
The next EU elections will be held from 6th to 9th June 2024. 🇪🇺🗳️
Make sure to mark your calendar so you can exercise your democratic right to vote.
Let's shape the future of Europe together!
Warm welcome to Portugal as it takes on the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
We’ll be looking out for a successful vaccine rollout and a fair, green, digital recovery during 🇵🇹’s tenure.
What do you think should be Europe’s priorities in 2021?
#OnThisDay
in 1939, 🇵🇱 was invaded by the dark forces of authoritarianism, starting
#WW2
.
Today, the same forces threaten our democracy & freedom. As it was then, so it is now: acts of inhumanity can't go unanswered.
Let's stand together for a united Europe and for peace!🕊️
Protect media freedom!
🚨Fico's government's proposals signal a worrying move towards state control of Slovakian media, posing a direct threat to democracy & freedom of the press.
The independence of the media & access to free, impartial press in Slovakia 🇸🇰 must be protected.
Today, we celebrate 3⃣4⃣ years since the
#Erasmus
programme has been founded🎉
34 years of meeting other cultures, learning new skills & finding friends across Europe.
34 years of investing in the future of Europe - let's work on making it an even more inclusive experience👐
Today, we celebrate 61 years of European unity, peace, and solidarity. The EU treaties are the foundation of our rights as European citizens and groundwork for our future together. As we face new, distinct challenges, we have the privilege to face them as Europeans.
#EUSolidarity
It’s been 20 years since the 🇪🇺 welcomed 10 new members.
By expanding the sphere of peace, democracy & prosperity, the EU has made Europeans safer.
May we build on this process & include in our Union all those who aspire for a better future & share our common European values.
Europe is characterised by its diversity. Our rights must thus be equal!👐
Today's International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia also reminds us that the EU
#LGBTIQFreedomZone
must be more than a symbol to reach a true
#UnionOfEquality
!🏳️🌈
#IDAHOT2021
#IDAHOTB
On 9 November 1989, the Berlin Wall fell. With it, the Iron Curtainーand the last remaining barriers to the united, hopeful, & democratic Europe we’re building today.
Acts of defiance like this have proven, time and again, that walls are never the answer.
#Mauerfall
🇩🇪🇪🇺
The
@EU_Commission
has made key efforts to protect media freedom with the Media Freedom Act.
But the situation in Italy is deteriorating. If Meloni’s government continues its attacks on the press, democracy itself is at stake.
We urge immediate action!👉
We are very proud to officially announce the new Board of the
@EMInternational
.🇪🇺
We are grateful to represent such a wide and diverse network of organisations and citizens from all corners of society doing such important work!
Congratulations! 💫
#EMIAssemble
Today is
#Europeday
🇪🇺🥂 it's also our our 70th anniversary!
So to celebrate, we're looking at some of the benefits of
#EU
membership in 70 seconds! 👇
#EurMove
🎉 We are honoured to announce the shortlisted nominees for the
#WomenOfEurope
Awards 2023!
It's a privilege to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding women, who serve as an inspiration to so many others across the continent. 🌍✨
More info 👉
We are proud to the largest pan-European network of pro-European associations, and this week we are coming together in celebration 🇪🇺✨ of the core values that connect us - democracy, peace, unity, solidarity, equality - and a future with more of all the good things
#EMIAssemble
The German Army donated 60 ventilators to the UK! Europeans helping one another, means more lives are saved and helps relieve the NHS of some of its burden.
#EuropeansAgainstCovid19
#EUSolidarity
What an exciting win for Europeans & participatory democracy at the
@Europarl_EN
! 👏
MEPs have overwhelmingly voted for consolidating citizens' panels & better participatory tools, drawing inspiration from the Conference on the Future of Europe! 🇪🇺
#CoFoE
#OnThisDay
, Europeans came together to lay the foundation for the freedoms we know today! 🇪🇺
Signed in 1986, the
#SingleEuropeanAct
paved the way for the creation of the
#SingleMarket
, allowing the free movement of:
👥people
🛒goods
📨services
🪙capital
The invasion of Ukraine puts in sharp focus the EU's role in the World.
We need a European Defence Union.
We need to simplify the way the EU takes common decisions.
We need to pursue energy independence by decoupling from regimes that violate our values.
@PetrosFassoulas
#CoFoE
The
@EMInternational
and
@EuropeanWomen
are proud to announce the shortlisted candidates of the 2019 Women of Europe Awards💪♀
It is truly an honour to celebrate the achievements of very inspirational women who have had such far-reaching impacts with their work
#WomenOfEurope
Meloni's attempt to deprive the LGBTIQ+ community of hard-won rights is deeply concerning.
We cannot sit idly while the freedoms of citizens are taken away.
We stand for equality for all, in Italy and across Europe. 🇮🇹🇪🇺🏳️🌈
Read our statement👉
2 years since Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine.
To defend democratic values against autocracy we need unity, solidarity and the ability to take effective decisions.
Support Ukraine 🇺🇦. Defend Europe. 🇪🇺
Read our
#PolicyFocus
👉
The freedom to be who we are is at core of being a European citizen.
This right applies to everyone, including the members of the LGBTIQ community, who still face discrimination and violence for being who they are.
Europe =
#LGBTIQFreedomZone
🇪🇺❤🏳️🌈
The
#GoodFridayAgreement
is a testament to what can be achieved through dialogue, mutual respect, and a commitment to building peace.🕊️
On this day, let's celebrate our shared fundamental values & continue to work together toward a brighter future for all. 👐🌈
Facts are facts, but framing the facts to appeal to peoples' values and beliefs is the key to inspire change💡🦋
We need to understand societies before we can transform them. Get to know your audience ▶
#ListenToEurope
#EurMove
On 7 May 70 years ago, the journey of European integration began, and we were there from the start!
This month we'll be back in The Hague 70 years later! Come and join us there! 👉
Today we celebrate European democracy! 🥳
🗳️On this day, 43 years ago, European Parliament elections were held for the first time.
Europeans participated in the first transnational election in history, laying foundation of the European democracy we know today.
2024 next! 🔜
💙MAY 9th is EUROPE DAY💛🥳
While it has been a difficult year, we have been in this together. What do you look forward to?
#SummerIsComing
#EuropeDay
☀️🌺
We wish France a happy National Day!🇫🇷🎉
64 years ago, together with 5 other founding members, it created the European Economic Community after a period of war & devastation in Europe.
Today, we celebrate together. As a Union. As friends.
#14Juillet
🎬 Hit play for another
#TalkingEurope
about the
#EUElections
!
This time, we had the pleasure of hosting
@guyverhofstadt
for an insightful conversation on the current challenges to 🇪🇺 democracy & how to better tackle them.
See the full episode 👉