EFFAT’s final conference, ‘Stronger Collective Bargaining’, was a highlight of the EU-funded ‘Stronger Hospitality’ project, launched in July 2023. Bringing together over 115 participants from 15 countries and various EFFAT sectors, the event was a powerful platform...
On the eve of the 6th EFFAT Congress, a pivotal side event brought together a diverse and engaged audience, sparking vital discussions on the pressing challenges women face across the EFFAT sectors of food, agriculture, tourism, and domestic work. The event featured a...
On 25 November 2024, during EFFAT Congress Week, young trade unionists from across Europe gathered at in Valencia, to chart the future of EFFAT youth representation. Organized with the support of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, the EFFAT Youth Event highlighted the...
Today, Kristjan Bragason presented EFFAT’s stance at the European Economic and Social Committee's session on the Strategic Dialogue on Agriculture, highlighting the centrality of sustainability and equitable working conditions across the agri-food value chain. EFFAT...
EFFAT extends our congratulations to Christophe Hansen on his confirmation as the new European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food. We are encouraged by his expressed commitment to raising labour standards in the agro-food sector. . As Europe has no other choice...
Less than a month away to our 6th EFFAT Congress in Valencia, we stand in profound solidarity with you as we witness the devastating floods impacting the area along with Castilla-La Mancha, and Andalusia. Our thoughts are with the families of the many victims. We...
Joint Press Release The European Commission’s intention to finalize the Mercosur agreement at the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro on November 18-19 is an extremely worrying development for the European agricultural community. Copa Cogeca, CEJA, EFFAT and GEOPA...
On this World Food Day, we face a stark paradox: despite record food production, millions remain hungry while obesity rises, and many struggle to afford healthy meals. The problem lies not only in how much food we produce but in how it's produced, distributed, and...
Joint Statement – Action to Address Labour and Skills Shortages Brussels, October 2024 The European Personal and Household Services (PHS) sector faces a growing labour and skills crisis, worsened by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and Europe’s ageing population....
EFFAT has released the report, Improved Working and Living Conditions in the Meat Sector through Trade Union Action. At the end of the 2 years project ‘MeatTheStandards’, the report highlights the significant role trade unions have played in transforming the working...
