Employment and social policy in the EU
The objectives of the European Union include the promotion of employment and the protection of fundamental social rights.
Topics from the field of European employment and social policy
Overview: Issues concerning the world of work in Europe
Europe and cooperation at EU level are important to the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs. Here you can get an initial overview of the Federal Ministry's involvement in Europe.
Institutions and Bodies
Questions of employment and social policy play an important role not only at the national but also at the European level. It is the EU’s goal to promote employment and to improve the working conditions of all Europeans.
European Pillar of Social Rights
In 2017, the European Pillar of Social Rights (EPSR) was agreed on both by the heads of state and government of the EU’s member states, and also all three institutions, the European Parliament, the Council and the European Commission.
Youth Guarantee
The Youth Guarantee is designed to offer young people quick and targeted support when they enter the labour market.
People with disabilities
The participation of people with disabilities is a key issue, also at European level. Guaranteeing equality and social inclusion of people with disabilities is a question of fundamental rights, and benefits the whole of society benefits.