Euromil News

Fostering Well-being and Equality: Advancing Social Policies for Military Personnel

Social policies play a crucial role in ensuring people’s well-being and quality of life. Recognizing this importance, the European Union (EU) has been actively engaged in discussions and initiatives aimed at improving the social conditions and rights of its citizens. One example can be seen in the European Semester, part …

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EUROMIL’s Working Visit To Kyiv: 21 – 24 June

Looking back in time The good relationship between Ukraine and EUROMIL goes back a long way in time. We should, for example, remind that until 2014, EUROMIL didn’t only count a member association from Ukraine among its members, but also from Russia. On many occasions, EUROMIL visited both of them …

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Euromil News

The Unseen Battle: Mental Health Challenges for Military Personnel

As the European elections draw near and the European Union (EU) unveils its comprehensive approach to mental health, it is crucial to bring attention to the critical issues impacting our society. With different flagship initiatives, the approach aims to prioritize mental health on par with physical health and establish a …

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Euromil News

The EU should prioritise fair regulations for military personnel in the Working Time Directive

Military personnel often work in tough and dangerous conditions: such demanding nature of military service can take a toll on the physical and mental well-being of personnel. Therefore, it is imperative to prioritize the safety and performance of these individuals by ensuring adequate working hours and ample rest time. However, …

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Euromil News

Supporting Ukraine: EUROMIL’s meeting with PromoteUkraine

On 30 May, EUROMIL met with a delegation of veterans of Promote Ukraine, a non-profit civil society and advocacy organization for Ukraine. The meeting was welcomed by Emmanuel Jacob, EUROMIL’s President, who highlighted how EUROMIL in the past had Ukrainian and Russian organisations as members. In 2017, contact was re-established …

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Conference – Portugal and its Armed Forces: What is the Role of the Armed Forces in Portuguese Society?

Promoted by the Professional Military Associations (the ANS – National Sergeants’ Association, the AOFA – Armed Forces Officers’ Association and the AP – Enlisted Association), a conference was held on the theme “Portugal and its Armed Forces – What role does the Armed Forces play in Portuguese Society?“, at the …

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Members News – Italian Session: ASSODIPRO as unifying force among Italian trade unions

Recently, the EUROMIL’s General Assembly took place in Rome, featuring a dedicated session focused on Italy. Numerous representatives and managers from trade unions authorized by the Ministry of Defense attended the event. A prevailing concern among all participants was the inadequacy of the law on representation No. 46/2022. While everyone …

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Euromil News

Spring Session of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly – Luxembourg

From 19 to 22 May 2023, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (NATO PA) gathered for its Spring Session in Luxembourg. The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, founding member of NATO and staunch advocate of its shared values, welcomed over 250 NATO parliament members and more than 100 representatives from 16 partner countries …

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Italian Military Unions meet the Minister of Defence

On Monday 8 May, the Minister of Defence met with the Military Professional Unions (APCSM). The meeting was attended by Secretary-General Massimiliano Zetti, assisted by the Assistant Secretary-General Roberto Di Stefano from Nuovo Sindacato Carabinieri (NSC). Secretary General Massimiliano Zetti reported that Minister Crosetto agreed on the need to move …

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Euromil News

EUROMIL’s “Italian Session”: The Struggle for Trade Union Rights for Military Personnel

On April 27th 2023, EUROMIL hosted an “Italian session” at the Centre Congressi Frentani in Rome. The event brought together members of EUROMIL’s 127th General Assembly and about 45 representatives from Italian military associations. The session highlighted the challenges faced by military personnel in Italy when it comes to trade …

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