Citizens start panel discussions about preparedness
From 20 to 22 March 2026, 150 citizens from all over Europe gathered in Brussels for the first session of the European Citizens’ Panel on Preparedness.
During this initial session, participants were introduced to the topic and invited to share their personal experiences with various kinds of crises.
Drawing on these experiences, they came up with a list of concerns related to the topic of crisis preparedness. This list will be the starting point for their work on concrete recommendations during the second session.
At the third session in May 2026, citizens will agree on a list of recommendations informing the implementation of the EU Preparedness Union Strategy.
Debate on Preparedness: share your ideas for a resilient Europe
Europe's resilience in the face of crises — be it climate disasters, pandemics, or geopolitical challenges — depends on our collective preparedness. This is why the European Commission has launched its EU Preparedness Union Strategy, emphasising the vital role of local organisations and citizens in building a resilient society.
The online debate is open, inviting citizens across the EU to contribute their ideas and perspectives to inform the strategy and support the work of the European Citizens’ Panel on Preparedness starting in March.
This is your chance to help shape how Europe can respond swiftly and effectively to future crises, ensuring no one is left behind.
Citizens’ recommendations in action: Commission delivers feedback
The European Commission is turning citizens’ recommendations into tangible action!
Following the Citizens’ Panels on Energy Efficiency and on the New European Budget, two feedback events were held on 6 February to show how participants’ ideas are shaping EU policies.
From guiding energy efficiency initiatives to inspiring the design of the next Multiannual Financial Framework, citizens’ recommendations are enriching the Commission’s policymaking.
Did you miss the events? You can watch the recordings of both sessions here and see how citizens’ voices are going beyond deliberation, making an impact on the lives of Europeans.
Recordings of feedback events: Energy Efficiency New EU Budget
Debate on Intergenerational Fairness is now closed
After nine months of discussion, the online debate feeding into the EU’s Strategy on Intergenerational Fairness has officially come to an end. We warmly thank everyone who contributed their views, experiences, and ideas on how to strengthen solidarity between generations and protect the wellbeing of both today’s and tomorrow’s Europeans.
A report summarising the main themes and insights from the debate is now published on the debate page.
Online debate on PreparednessThe online debate is open, inviting citizens across the EU to contribute their ideas and perspectives to inform the strategy and support the work of the European Citizens’ Panel on Preparedness starting in March.
Youth Policy DialoguesTired of feeling unheard? That’s changing. Recently, young people from all over the EU and beyond sat down for real, face-to-face talks with us and shared what’s on their minds. Now, it’s your turn.
Young Citizens Assembly on PollinatorsThe decline of pollinating insects threatens the availability of food, our future prosperity and nature. So, how do we reverse the decline of wild pollinating insects?
Citizens deliver final recommendations on Intergenerational Fairness
Over three weekends, 150 randomly selected citizens from all 27 EU Member States representing EUs diversity came together to discuss how European policies can better promote fairness between generations - ensuring that today’s decisions create opportunities and sustainability for the future.
Together, they developed a set of priorities and concrete recommendations to guide EU action on the Strategy of Intergenerational Fairness. Their proposals aim to help policymakers balance social, economic, and environmental goals across generations, contributing to a more just and forward-looking Europe for all.
What is the Citizens’ Engagement Platform?
This is your dedicated space to engage and debate on EU policies that affect us all.
Your feedback is a vital part of our policymaking process. Everyone's voice matters and we are keen to hear yours.
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Citizen engagement phases
- ParticipationOnline contributions
Citizens create, comment and vote on contributions on the Citizens' Engagement Platform
- DeliberationEU Citizens' Panels
Contributions feed into European Citizens' Panels and input into the European policymaking process
- Follow-upTaking action on citizens' recommendations
Contributions are followed up on via discussions based on regular reports
- FeedbackTransparent communication on the outcome
Citizens are informed about policy actions
European Citizens' Panels
A key objective of the European Commission is the stronger citizen participation in its democratic processes and policies. In this vein, the Commission has established European Citizens’ Panels as a regular feature of democratic life in the EU.
Each Citizens’ Panel brings together 150 randomly selected citizens from all 27 EU Member States, reflecting Europe's diversity and young generations. The Panels make recommendations on key policies that affect us all.
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