Laura de Bonfils

An infographic reading ’30 years of social platform’ with a pale grey background. Puzzle pieces of different colours form the shape of the number 30. Inside the puzzle pieces the following statements are written in small text: 40+ European social rights NGOs in our membership; Shaping landmark social policies since 1995; Leading successful campaigns and collective action for real social change; Building strong alliances with social rights defenders; Uniting the voices of diverse social groups, amplifying shared needs and priorities; Championing a sustainable, inclusive future of Europe where everyone can thrive.

✨ 30 Years of Impact ✨

📅 Explore the key milestones of our journey and discover how far we’ve come, and where we’re heading next 👉 socialplatform.org/30years/

SWINS Sustainable Well-Being Through INvestment in Social Services SWINS aims to trigger a structural rethinking of the role of social services in European societies in order to make them an asset

EU project SWINS aims to trigger a structural rethinking of the role of #socialservices in European societies in order to make them an asset within the transition toward an inclusive and sustainable #wellbeingeconomy. Discover more here ⤵️

SWINS is Funded by the #EU #HorizonEurope Programme

Centring the just transition in EU policy

Today I am in the European Parliament with the Left to discuss how can the just transition be really just and have the wellbeing of people at the centre #justtransition #socialjustice #climatejustice

To respond to the current challenges cutting investment in #SocialEurope isn’t the answer!
Read our paper on the next #EUBudget recommendations to build an inclusive, sustainable future.👉 shorturl.at/j65YC #MFF

Photograph of MEP Li Andersen speaking on stage at the EU Social Forum in front of audience

Strong message from MEP @liandersson.bsky.social at #EUSocialForum "The EU project is more than defence, steel & energy. Our social model must continue to be at the heart of the EU project.... we must not take this model for granted"

We agree 👉 we must invest in social inclusion & #socialrights!

Image of the event looking at the stage from the perspective of the audience. The title of the panel discussion is visible 'Can Europe be both competitive and inclusive? Shaping the the next Pillar of Social Rights Action Plan

Disappointing that the #EUSocialForum's only panel focusing on the #SocialPillar failed to include voices from civil society or social partners.

Ahead of this year's Action Plan we hope for a meaningful consultation with a wide range of voices to build a stronger #SocialEurope that works for all 📢

Do you want to come to work with me? We're looking for 2 new team members to join our Secretariat in Brussels to work to advance #socialrights #jobsinbrussels

Quotation from Laura de Bonfils, Secretary General reads" Once again, the European Commission is prioritising the interests of big industry over people. Social and climate objectives must not be secondary to economic goals!

🔴 Despite @ec.europa.eu's repeated promises to leave no one behind in the #JustTransition, yesterday's Clean Industrial Deal, Action Plan for Affordable Energy & Omnibus package raise serious concerns that social & environmental safeguards are being sidelined: shorturl.at/hSMjw

A photo taken after the meeting with Danish Social Affairs Minister Sophie hæstorp andersen and Social Platform President Heather Roy in front of a social platform banner

The 2025 Danish Presidency of @consilium.europa.eu will oversee important #socialrights milestones & we were delighted to welcome Social Affairs & Housing Minister @sophiehaestorp.bsky.social to our office to discuss some key social inclusion priorities. Looking forward to working together!

The EU's #CompetitivenessCompass makes a lot of promises to businesses in the EU, but it undermines its social fabric. It states that the "foundation of Europe's competitiveness is its people" but people need more than skills and jobs. They need legislation that prioritises wellbeing & social rights

Title of the European Alliance for a Just Transition's Vision for the EU Cycle 2024-2029 'A European Union that Advances a Fair and Just Transition' alongside an illustration of the Earth with a diverse group of people

🌍💚 A fair and just #GreenTransition is essential to tackle today’s interconnected global crises!

✨ Discover the collective vision of 40+ European stakeholders for the new #EU mandate.

📖 Read more and join the movement for change! alliancejusttransition.eu/wp-content/u...
#JustTransition

An image displaying the logos of several organizations, arranged in a grid. The organizations represented include EASPD (European Association of Service Providers for Persons with Disabilities), Electronics Watch (focused on responsible public procurement and rights of electronics workers), ENSIE (European Network of Social Integration Enterprises), EPSU (European Public Service Union), Fair Trade Advocacy Office, RREUSE (Reuse and Recycling Social Enterprises), Social Platform, Social Services Europe, and Swedwatch. Each logo is distinct, incorporating symbols, text, and various colors.

Public procurement should serve people and the planet, not just the lowest price. EPSU joins civil society groups in calling on MEPs to prioritise sustainability, social justice, and transparency in the upcoming reform.

Find out more 📝🔗 www.epsu.org/article/civi...

Formal group photo of participants and VP Minzatu standing in front of EU flag

We're looking forward to working together on the European Pillar of #SocialRights!

Thanks to @eurocarers.bsky.social, @ageplatformeu.bsky.social, @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social & @housingeurope.bsky.social for bringing important insights & perspectives to our Social Platform delegation 🙏

A great exchange with Executive Vice-President for #SocialRights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness Roxana Mînzatu, where we shared our call for a strong social inclusion dimension across ALL policy areas incl. #MFF, #JustTransition & #competitiveness 📢
Thank you @roxanaminzatu.bsky.social!

Very interesting conversation today with Social Platform, one of Europe’s largest networks of social NGOs advocating for policies that promote social inclusion and protect the rights of disadvantaged and marginalised groups. Organisations like this are essential to achieve a just transition for all.