Putting public interest first!

We help organisations working for a more inclusive, equal, and sustainable Europe, to re-balance power in EU decision-making in favour of the public interest!

Our work

  • EU Academy

    We organise trainings for advocates defending the public interest across Europe to enhance their understanding of EU decision-making and their influencing skills.

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  • Trainings on demand

    We tailor trainings to respond to the needs of organisations working in the public interest across Europe, covering specific EU decision-making processes, policy areas and skills.

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  • Consultancy

    We support organisations working for the public good in Europe and beyond, to identify opportunities for change, develop effective strategies, and achieve their goals.

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Upcoming events

  • ‘Meeting the moment for the public interest’

    EU Communications Academy II

    5 February 2026, Brussels

    Navigate the specifics of EU-level communications and get practical tips to cut through the noise

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  • ‘Preparing for the Irish presidency of the EU’

    EU Academy Ireland

    15 & 16 January 2026, Dublin

    Strengthen your advocacy skills, and maximise the opportunities presented by the 2026 Irish Presidency of the EU

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  • ‘Bursting the EU bubble!'

    15th EU Advocacy Academy

    Save the date

    27-28 May 2026, Brussels

    Strengthen your influencing skills
    to advocate for change

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Blog

Meet change-makers advocating for a better EU who graduated from our EU academy and read about our activities.
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“Our role as communicators is crucial in making sure the voices of civil society are heard.”- Dylan Power, Civil Society Europe (CSE)
“Our role as communicators is crucial in making sure the voices of civil society are heard.”- Dylan Power, Civil Society Europe (CSE)

Dylan Power is the Communications and Outreach Officer at Civil Society Europe (CSE), the platform for civil society organisations at EU level. It brings together 24 European networks composed of European and national civil society organisations in different areas of citizens' concerns. CSE promotes a space for structured civil dialogue and citizens’ participation at all levels

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“Find the balance between communications and policy and shape the message together from the very beginning.”- Oriana Henry, The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC)
“Find the balance between communications and policy and shape the message together from the very beginning.”- Oriana Henry, The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC)

Oriana Henry is Communications Officer at BEUC-The European Consumers Organisation, which represents independent consumer organisations to the EU institutions. It defends the interests of European consumers across a range of topics including digital rights, energy, food, health, safety, sustainability and trade policy.    

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“It's critical to understand the real-world impacts of EU policies. Those directly affected must be heard.”- Rita Raleira, AidEnvironment
“It's critical to understand the real-world impacts of EU policies. Those directly affected must be heard.”- Rita Raleira, AidEnvironment

Rita Raleira is an expert in deforestation-free supply chains and policy analysis at AidEnvironment, a not-for-profit organisation that aims to drive sustainable and equitable change in supply chains.

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“Push forward your narrative—one where everyone has a place in society and can thrive, no matter their identity.”- Sawsane Djazouli, #DiasporaVote!
“Push forward your narrative—one where everyone has a place in society and can thrive, no matter their identity.”- Sawsane Djazouli, #DiasporaVote!

Sawsane Djazouli is the Policy and Communications officer at #DiasporaVote!, a non-profit organisation that aims to ensure representation and inclusion to racialized communities living in Europe

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What people say about us

  • “The key messages I take from the training are: 'it's all about building relations', 'timing is (very) important', and 'anticipating is key'. The training provided me with the tools and knowledge to better strategise my advocacy engagement"

    Nicole Kormann
    ZOE Institute
    EU Academy, May 2023

  • “Invaluable insights on the EU law-making process. This should be a compulsory training for all NGOs campaigners and advocates”

    Priscilla Robledo
    Fair/Clean Clothes Campaign Italy
    Training on demand, December 2021

  • “I would happily recommend EUChanger for anyone looking to gather intelligence about or influence the EU institutions”

    James Royston
    World Animal Protection
    ​EUChanger Consultancy, 2019

  • "This training has provided me with knowledge and many valuable insights for developing an advocacy strategy. The trainers clearly have a lot of experience and expertise in influencing policy at EU level"

    Virginia Sandjojo SOMO EU Academy, December 2023

  • " The EU Academy provided holistic, very straightforward, and hands-on guidance on how to navigate the complex EU bubble. It helped me to understand how to level up my advocacy work while keeping in mind a long-term perspective"

    Maris Pedeja Friends of the Earth/CEE Bankwatch EU Academy, May 2023

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