EDP Children’s Campaign

Investment in nurseries, healthcare, early education, and parenting support must be a foundational pillar of European policy. Fighting child poverty starts in the earliest years.

We demand a harmonised framework ensuring equitable parental leave, support for single parents, and recognition of diverse families. Parenthood must be protected with dignity and equality across the EU.

A coordinated European plan must eradicate child poverty, building on the European Child Guarantee and the EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child. We must ensure that no child is left behind.

Robust EU rules must shield children from harmful content, manipulative advertising, and excessive screen time, while promoting a safe, ethical, and human-centered digital environment.

Civic and digital education, rooted in European values, should begin in primary school to strengthen democracy, prevent radicalisation, and raise responsible young Europeans.

A European youth mental health strategy must ensure access to care, prevention, and anti-stigma campaigns, breaking taboos and building resilience.

Flexible working arrangements and telework rights are essential for a Europe that values both productivity and family well-being.

Families moving across borders should carry their rights to education, healthcare, and social support with them, reinforcing freedom of movement and equality.

A European Charter for Child-Friendly Territories would enable municipalities to lead in innovation and tailor policies to children’s needs on the ground.

Urban planning must prioritise green spaces, safe schools, and secure transport, creating protective and nurturing environments for Europe’s youngest citizens.