2024 Annual Report

The European Seniors’ Union is pleased to announce the release of its Annual Report 2024. This report provides a comprehensive overview of our activities, initiatives, and achievements throughout the past year, highlighting our ongoing commitment to representing and advocating for seniors across Europe.

We invite you to explore the report to learn more about our key events, partnerships, and the impact of our work in 2024.

We extend our gratitude to all members, partners, and supporters who have contributed to our efforts. Together, we continue to strengthen the voice of seniors in Europe.

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Events in 2025

Summer Academy 2025

Veldhoven

Theme: Demographic Changes in Europe – Challenges for European Governance

Spring Conference: 30 Years of the ESU – Active Citizenship: A Life-Long Engagement

Bratislava

“Active Citizenship: A Life-Long Engagement”, the conference will highlight the vital role older generations play in fostering active and engaged societies.

Participation of Patrick Penninckx in the Upcoming International Seminar

Barcelona

International Seminar titled "Labour Shortages: Between Demography and Migration – Responses from European Workers' Organisations".

Key Report on Age-Based Discrimination Adopted by the Council of Europe

Strasbourg

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) has adopted the report Overcoming Age-Based Discrimination Against Older Persons.

Important Decisions for Presidency Meeting

Online

One of the key points on the agenda is the appointment of three new Vice-Presidents

ESU at the launch conference of the 'European Year of Digital Citizenship Education 2025'

Strasbourg

Patrick Penninckx, Secretary-General, will be a speaker at the upcoming "Empowering Learners for a Democratic Future" conference.

ESU Representation at the EPP Political Assembly

Brussels

The ESU participated in the EPP Political Assembly, reinforcing our commitment to the interests of seniors across Europe.

ESU's recommendations to Microsoft’s White Paper -  Towards an inclusive digital society

Online

The ESU welcomed Microsoft’s invitation to participate in the formulation of recommendations and emphasises that the inclusion of seniors in the digital age

ESU - Yearplan 2025 – 30 years ESU

Europe

Yearplan 2025