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Explore Eurofound's events programme, latest press releases and media mentions.

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Mental Health Ministerial Conference

Thursday, 15 October 2026Cork, Ireland
Mental Health Ministerial Conference

The Mental Health Ministerial conference, held as part of Ireland’s presidency of the EU council, is entitled 'Resilient Europe: Mental Health as a Strategic Asset for Europe’s Strength and Competitiveness'.

Other upcoming events

Other upcoming events can be found below.

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Joint event

Joint Meeting of the Chief Medical Officers, Chief Nursing Officers and Chief Dental Officers

DateThursday, 15 October 2026
LocationDublin, Ireland
Dublin city along the river with glass buildings, a unique spiral structure, and the Samuel Beckett bridge under a clear blue sky.
See details : Joint Meeting of the Chief Medical Officers, Chief Nursing Officers and Chief Dental Officers
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Open House Dublin – 17 October 2026

Bookings open
DateSaturday, 17 October 2026
Time10:00h‒16:00h (Irish local time)
LocationDublin
Loughlinstown house as part of Eurofound
See details : Open House Dublin – 17 October 2026
In-person event
Joint event

Beyond affordable housing: Structural solutions to Europe’s housing crisis

Register now
DateTuesday, 10 November 2026
LocationDublin, Ireland
Dublin city aerial view with river Liffey running through it, surrounded by buildings, bridges, and a large historic structure, under a partly cloudy sky.
See details : Beyond affordable housing: Structural solutions to Europe’s housing crisis
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Ministerial meeting on Combatting Homelessness and meeting of the members of the European Platform on Combatting Homelessness (EPOCH)

Date25 – 27 November 2026
LocationDublin, Ireland
Courts of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin, reflected in a calm river under a clear blue sky, surrounded by leafless trees.
See details : Ministerial meeting on Combatting Homelessness and meeting of the members of the European Platform on Combatting Homelessness (EPOCH)
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Event series

Eurofound organises a substantial programme of own events throughout the year to deliver its research findings and analysis. These include the following regular events.

Brussels briefings

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Our Brussels Briefings are off-the-record, in-person sessions designed for insightful exchanges. Meet Eurofound experts to discuss the latest developments on the Brussels agenda in an informal setting.
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Dublin briefings

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Held in Eurofound’s home city, our Dublin Briefings offer off-the-record, in-person discussions on pressing Irish and European topics. Connect with our experts to explore current challenges and opportunities in an informal setting.
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Eurofound LIVE events

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In Eurofound LIVE events, our researchers and external experts explore key topics on the EU social agenda. These dynamic discussions provide fresh insights and foster meaningful dialogue on issues that matter.
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Ask The Expert webinars

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Join our interactive #AskTheExpert webinars, where Eurofound researchers and invited guests present latest findings and answer your questions in real time. These sessions offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with the people behind European research.
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Virtual Visits

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Hosted online and tailored to your country, Virtual Visits offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with our researchers. The sessions explore the latest findings and developments and facilitate discussion on topics of national relevance.
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Past events

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Own event

Brussels Briefing: What is flexible working doing to our working lives?

DateThursday, 8 October 2026
LocationRésidence Palace, Rue de la Loi 155, 1040, Brussels, BE
A person with curly hair works on a laptop at a cafe, seated by a window with coffee and water on the table, surrounded by plants.
This event is in the past
See details : Brussels Briefing: What is flexible working doing to our working lives?
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External event

Meeting of the EU Employment Committee (EMCO)

Date24 – 25 September 2026
LocationDublin, Ireland
Photo of Dublin with historic stone bridge over a calm river, lined with green trees and colorful city buildings in the background, under a cloudy sky.
This event is in the past
See details : Meeting of the EU Employment Committee (EMCO)
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External event

Joint Break the Cycle Conference

Date24 – 25 September 2026
LocationDublin, Ireland
Photo of Dublin city with Ha'penny bridge in highlight
This event is in the past
See details : Joint Break the Cycle Conference
In-person event
External event

High Level EU Presidency Conference on Equality

DateWednesday, 9 September 2026
LocationDublin, Ireland
Dublin city with the Samuel Beckett bridge in highlight
This event is in the past
See details : High Level EU Presidency Conference on Equality
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External event

Informal meeting of employment and social affairs ministers (EPSCO)

Presentation slides now available!
Date5 – 6 July 2026
LocationBallina, Mayo
Tall church spire and buildings reflected in a calm river under a blue sky with scattered clouds and flying birds.
This event is in the past
See details : Informal meeting of employment and social affairs ministers (EPSCO)
Online event
Own event

Virtual Visit to Greece: Minimum wages - What next?

Presentation slides now available!
DateTuesday, 30 June 2026
LocationOnline
Coin purse with Greek flag design, filled with euro coins.
This event is in the past
See details : Virtual Visit to Greece: Minimum wages - What next?
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Media mentions

Explore a selection of recent mentions of Eurofound content in press and media.

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News article

16 July 2026

Precarious work leads to a rapid increase in ‘vulnerable jobs’ rate in Ireland

Read on Irish Times
A woman sits in a cozy chair, holding a mug, looking out the window in a warmly decorated living room with a plant and candle on a small table.
News article

20 July 2026

In Italy, more than a million women do not study, do not work, or do not receive training.

Read in Italian on La Repubblica
Collage of children dressed as various professionals, including chefs, doctors, firefighters, and astronauts, against colorful backgrounds.
News article

4 August 2026

Doctors, teachers, or footballers... do Spanish children get it right about the profession of the future?

Read in Spanish on Expansión
Aerial view of a forest with green trees and a line of fire, surrounded by thick smoke.
News article

14 August 2026

EU leaders are on holiday. The crises affecting the bloc aren’t.

Read on Politico
A person sits at a desk with their head resting on folded arms, surrounded by paperwork, a coffee cup, and a laptop, under a desk lamp.
News article

2 September 2026

Mental health: War on burnout declared at the European Parliament

Read in French on La Croix
A woman in a gray blazer smiles while working on a laptop in a modern office, holding a pen and a notebook, with glass walls in the background.
News article

7 September 2026

Control or autonomy: the key to successful hybrid work

Read in French on Le Monde
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