1. Engaging with citizens
AFCO meeting
April 2, 2019
Pia Ahrenkilde Hansen
European Commission, DG Communication

2. Citizens’ Dialogues across the EU
1,500 events 10
186,000 citizens

3. Citizens’ Consultations
Citizens’ Consultations in the EU27 in accordance with national preferences
Online consultation (May 9, – May 9, 2019)
High expectations:
A dynamic economy
A Europe that protects
Addressing migration
Fighting climate change, protecting the environment
A stronger Europe in the world
A Europe of values
A perspective for the youth

4. The way forward
Ongoing citizens’ engagement linking policy- making with communication
Stronger focus on themes: bringing citizens’ perspective into strategic preparation of policy
Address realities on the ground and engage with all people, including those who feel left behind
“There is only ONE Europe” – closer cooperation with all EU Institutions and Member States

5. Engagement and democracy
Listen – engage – communicate
Strengthening of representative democracy by allowing citizens and stake- holders to make their voices heard