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EUROMIL is mourning the loss of Honorary Member Bernhard Gertz

EUROMIL is mourning the loss of Honorary Member Bernhard Gertz


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A EUROMIL Perspective: “Strengthening Europe’s Civilian and Military Preparedness and Readiness”

In today’s unpredictable and volatile world, that multiple threats are present, the EU should become a more reliable and stronger partner; it has become essential to enhance its preparedness and readiness both in the civilian and military domains, as the recent report by Sauli Niinistö, former President of the Republic …

16ICOAF Meeting in Berlin

The 16th International Conference of Ombuds Institutions for the Armed Forces (16ICOAF) took place in Berlin from September 30 to October 2, 2024. Co-hosted by the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) and the German Parliamentary Commissioner for the Armed Forces, the conference brought together military ombuds institutions and …

Europe’s new College of Commissioners: Is it a turning Point for European Defence?

On September 17, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the new College of Commissioners, introducing a range of portfolios—some entirely new, others updated, and familiar ones like Budget and Transport. Notably, she announced the appointment of a Commissioner for Defence and Space. Over the past months various speculations …

Gender, Inclusivity and the Armed Forces

Gender inclusion is a concept that goes further gender equality, specifically it outlines the idea that all services, opportunities and institutions are open for every kind of people and that gender stereotypes are not able to define social roles and responsibilities.   Firstly, to guarantee inclusion is important to use a …



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News from Greece

A major meeting took place of the federations representing Greek security forces and armed forces personnel. It criticizes the government for its recent decision to raise night shift compensation by just 20%, amounting to an insufficient €0.55 gross per hour. The federations express frustration with this symbolic increase, viewing it …

Balancing Justice and Duty: The Debate on AWOL and Desertion Reform in Ukraine

On 17 July 2024, the Verkhovna Rada (Ukrainian Parliament) adopted in the first reading of the draft law on the return to service of military personnel after the first absence without leave (AWOL) and desertion. As noted on the website of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, “draft law No. …

Cοnscription Comeback: How Eurοpe is Reinventing Military Service

In respοnse to escalating glοbal tensions, particularly the war in Ukraine and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Eurοpean nations are reassessing their military strategies. A notable trend emerging is the reintroduction or strengthening of conscriptiοn policies across the cοntinent, signalling a significant shift in apprοach to national and regional …

Defending the voice of Italy’s military: a battle for representation rights

A critical situation is currently unfolding within the Italian military as ITAMIL, the first “military association with trade union character” in Italy, faces censorship and legal threats for its efforts to represent military personnel. ITAMIL, a member of EUROMIL, is under pressure after the Italian Army General Staff ordered the …


 

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EUROMIL project for 2024 European Elections

In light of the 2024 European Elections, EUROMIL launches its project for the European Elections for a more inclusive Europe for Military Personnel. Read more…

EUROMIL Wednesday Q&A series

EUROMIL Q&A series analyses various aspects of policies through interviews with experts. Read more…

What do Military Associations think

EUROMIL regularly conducts internal surveys to shed light into many issues that affect the military personnel. The “What do Military Associations think?” series presents the most recent analysis of issues that EUROMIL conducted through input by its member associations. Read more…

Demystifying Whistleblowing in the Armed Forces

EUROMIL, in collaboration with the Whistleblowing International Network (WIN), published a report on ‘Demystifying Whistleblowing in the Armed Forces’. The report is the result of the seminar held as a side event to the Eleventh International Conference of Ombuds Institutions for the Armed Forces. The seminar brought together whistleblower protection experts on whistleblowing law and practice. Read more…

Strengthening and Defending TU Rights in the Public Sector: EPSU, EuroCOP, EUROMIL Project

EPSU, EuroCOP and EUROMIL are coordinating a joint project on ‘Strengthening and Defending Trade Union Rights in the Public Sector.’ The project intends to assess current legislative frameworks across the EU regarding trade union rights for public sector workers, including the military and police forces. Read more…

EUROMIL pledge with the European Climate Pact

On September 2021, EUROMIL decided to join the European Climate Pact by making a pledge to promote sustainability in the security and defence sector. Militaries across the world are huge emitters, greenhouse gas emissions should be reduced in the military in order to improve the efficiency of the operations and provide better conditions under which soldiers are operating. Read more…

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