2007/0278(COD) | [ParlTrack]

Lidia Joanna GERINGER DE OEDENBERG

Proposal for a decision
Recital 15

(15) Key to the successful impact of Community action to fight poverty and social exclusion is the extent to which it enjoys broad popular support. The European Year should act as a catalyst in raising awareness and in building momentum. It should help to focus political attention and mobilise everyone concerned in order to drive forward and to strengthen the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion, and also to promote further actions and initiatives at European and Member-State level, in association with people affected by poverty and their representatives. In this connection, particular attention should be devoted to the effective implementation at Member-State level of Community legislation relating to equal opportunities and equality between the sexes.

Amendment 11 #

Ilda FIGUEIREDO

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 - subparagraph (c)

(c) Cohesion — Promoting a more cohesive society by modifying social and economic policies which are the underlying cause of social inequalities and poverty (especially amongst women and children) and by raising public awareness of the benefits for all of a society where poverty is eradicated and no- one is condemned to live in the margins. The European Year shall foster a society that sustains and develops quality of life, social well-being and equal opportunities for all regardless of their background, ensuring sustainable development and solidarity between and within generations and policy coherence with EU action worldwide.

Amendment 12 #

Ilda FIGUEIREDO

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 - subparagraph (d)

(d) Commitment — Reiterating the strong political commitment of the EU to the fight against poverty and social exclusion ~~and~~, promoting this commitment at all levels of governance and modifying policies which cause poverty and social exclusion. Building upon the achievements and possible shortcomings of the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion, the European Year shall strengthen the political commitment to the prevention of and fight against poverty and social exclusion and give impetus to further development of the European Union’s action in this field.

Amendment 13 #

Ilda FIGUEIREDO

Proposal for a decision
Article 4

The European Year shall take into account the different ways in which women and men experience poverty and social exclusion and shall seek to make the various institutions aware of the causes of poverty and of the action which must be taken in order to reduce poverty, especially amongst women and children.

Amendment 14 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 8 - paragraph 2

2. Actions at local, regional or national level may be co-financed from the general budget of the European Union up to a maximum of 50 % (or in exceptional cases up to 80 %) of the total eligible costs of the actions implemented in accordance with the procedure set out in part II of the Annex.

Amendment 15 #

Lidia Joanna GERINGER DE OEDENBERG

Proposal for a decision
Article 15 - subparagraph 1 a (new)

The report must also contain information concerning the upholding of the principle of equality between the sexes in the course of the European Year and the implementation of that principle, and also an assessment of the way in which the European Year has been of benefit to vulnerable groups.

Amendment 16 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex - part II - point 1

1. Actions at local, regional or national level may qualify for financing from the Community budget up to a maximum of 50% of the total eligible costs per participating country. National co-funding should match the EU funding with at least 50% from public or private sources. With the agreement of the Commission, particular actions at national level with a strong European dimension may receive financing from the Community budget up to a maximum of 80% of the total eligible costs. When selecting actions, National Implementing Bodies will be free to decide whether or not, and at what level, to request co- funding from the organisation responsible for implementing individual actions.

Amendment 17 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex - part IV - subparagraph 2 - indent 1

the eradication of child poverty and the intergenerational transmission of poverty, in particular by means of increased support for the family and for parenthood;

Amendment 7 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 11

(11) In their National Action Plans for Social Inclusion, several countries highlight the high poverty and/or exclusion risk faced by some particular groups, including children, lone parents, ~~the elderly~~large families, the elderly, young people and in particular young women, migrants and ethnic minorities, disabled people, the homeless, prisoners, women and children who are victims of violence, and severe substance abusers.

Amendment 8 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 12

(12) If employment significantly reduces the poverty risk for the individual, it is not always a sufficient condition to lift people out of poverty, and the at-risk-of-poverty rate is still relatively high even for those in work. In-work poverty is linked to low pay, low skills, ~~and~~reduced scope for vocational training and for combining a job with a family, precarious and often part- time employment~~, but also~~ and precarious working conditions, but also to the level of social and economic assistance in relation to the characteristics of the household in which the individual lives, in terms of the number of dependants and the work intensity of the household. Quality employment isand social and economic support are thus essential to lift individuals out of poverty.

Amendment 9 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 14

(14) ~~The~~Although equal availability and the ability to use information and communication technology (ICT) is increasingly becoming a prerequisite for inclusion~~. A~~, the digital divide between men and women and between social groups has not been narrowed, which compromises the integration of women within society and at work. The ministerial declaration approved in June 2006 in Riga which calls for an information society for all should be further implemented and universal access to ICT should become a key objective of the European Year.

source: PE-402.844

2008/04/16 EMPL 71 amendments...

Amendment 100 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 3

(3) For the purpose of carrying out its tasks, and in particular at the earliest possible stage in the preparation of the European Year, the National Implementing Body shall consult on a regular basis and cooperate closely with a National Advisory Group, which it may consult at any time; the Group shall be composed of a broad range of relevant stakeholders, including civil society organisations and organisations defending or representing the interests of those who experience poverty and social exclusion, national parliament representatives, social partners, and regional and local authorities. The Group shall enable groups of people who experience poverty and those representing their interests to participate. Its members shall be appointed by 31 December 2008 at the latest.

Amendment 101 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 8 – paragraph 2

(2) Actions at local, regional or national level may be co-financed from the general budget of the European Union up to a maximum of 50 % of the total eligible costs of the actions implemented in accordance with the procedure set out in part II of the Annex. The national implementing bodies shall provide opportunities for pre-financing and co- financing to facilitate the participation particularly of small and medium-sized non-governmental organisations.

Amendment 102 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 10 – paragraph 2

2.(2) They shall ensure that the European Year fully complements other existing Community, national and regional initiatives and resources, where they can help to attain the objectives of the European Year.

Amendment 103 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 12 – paragraph 1

(1) The financial ~~framework~~endowment for the implementation of the actions referred to in this Decision for the period 1 January 2009 to 31 December 2010 shall be EUR 1725 000 000, of which EUR 6 500 000 shall be for the period until 31 December 2009.

Amendment 104 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 12 – paragraph 2 a (new)

(2a) When allocating appropriations the principles of gender budgeting shall be taken into account.

Amendment 105 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 13

For the purpose of the European Year, the Commission may cooperate with relevant international organisations, in particular the Council of Europe, the International Labour Organisation, and the United Nations, as well as with other EU institutions and agencies.

Amendment 106 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 1

Organisation of meetings and events at Community level, intended to raise the awareness about issues related to the European Year and about poverty and social exclusion, ands well as to provide for a forum of exchange of ideas. They will gather relevant stakeholders and will be planned together with people experiencing poverty and civil society organisations representing them, to ~~provide a good opportunity to address policy gaps and e~~help develop social empowerment measures and practices and address policy gaps as well as the multidimensional aspects of poverty ~~day problem~~such as access to employment, housing, social protection, health and social services.

Amendment 107 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 1

Organisation of meetings and events at Community level, intended to raise the awareness about issues related to the European Year and about poverty and social exclusion and to provide for a forum of exchange of ideas. They will gather relevant stakeholders and will be planned together with people experiencing poverty and civil society organisations representing them, to provide a good opportunity to address policy gaps and every day problems, which include social upgrading and family support.

Amendment 108 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 2 – indent 1

• The organisation of various solidarity initiatives for poverty alleviation and social inclusion to give ~~ordinary~~all citizens the opportunity to contribute directly or through their organisations, even modestly and in whatever form. Media campaigns at national and European level may support fundraising operations within the framework of the European Year;

Amendment 109 #

• An information campaign at Community level with positioning at national and local level, based on both traditional and new communication channels and new technologies;

Amendment 110 #

• Appropriate measures and initiatives for providing information, publicising the results and raising the ~~profile~~visibility of Community programmes, actions and initiatives contributing to the objectives of the European Year;

Amendment 111 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 2 – indent 6

• Appropriate initiatives by educational institutions ~~to disseminate information on the European Year~~, non-governmental organisations and charities, at national and European level, to disseminate information on the European Year and on measures to fight poverty and social exclusion;

Amendment 112 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 3 – indent 1

• Community-wide surveys and studies, based on gender-disaggregated data collection, to assess and report on the preparation, effectiveness~~, impact~~ and immediate and long-term ~~monitoring~~impact of the European Year. To facilitate ~~a new consensus around~~the identification of innovative political solutions, one such survey will also ~~include a series of questions to~~ gauge public opinion on policy to prevent and combat poverty and social exclusion, including, where appropriate, social protection systems, and on the potential role of the Union in the fight against poverty and exclusion both within the EU and worldwide. This will be conducted in 2009 so that its results can be presented at the Opening Conference of the European Year;

Amendment 113 #

Íñigo MÉNDEZ DE VIGO

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 3 – indent 1 a (new)

• Promotion of completion by the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights of a study on attacks on fundamental rights that are the result of situations of serious poverty;

Amendment 114 #

6. The Commission will evaluate compliance with the objectives referred to in Article 2 and, if necessary, request modifications to the applications for Community funding submitted by the National Implementing Bodies.

Amendment 115 #

• fighting child poverty and the intergenerational transmission of poverty as well as poverty within families granting special attention to large families, single parents and families caring for a dependent person;

Amendment 116 #

• child poverty ~~and~~including the intergenerational transmission of poverty as well as the poverty experienced by children in institutions;

Amendment 117 #

Íñigo MÉNDEZ DE VIGO

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part IV – paragraph 2 – indent 1

• fighting child poverty ~~and~~, the intergenerational transmission of poverty and family poverty by devising appropriate policies, giving special attention to large and single-parent families;

Amendment 118 #

• an inclusive labour market, with flexible and secure jobs;

Amendment 119 #

• anthe promotion of inclusive labour markets, especially for single parent families, with higher wages and fiscal cutbacks;

Amendment 120 #

Patrizia TOIA

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part IV – paragraph 2 – indent 4

• poverty and ~~the gender~~equality between men and women, with attention to the age dimension;

Amendment 121 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part IV – paragraph 2 – indent 5

• ~~access to basic~~ensuring equal access to adequate resources and services, including decent accommodation, health and social protection;

Amendment 122 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part IV – paragraph 2 – indent 5 a (new)

• study of the question as to how far basic social security and basic income are useful instruments for reducing poverty;

Amendment 123 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part IV – paragraph 2 – indent 5 b (new)

• examination of the question as to how far harmonising social standards and fiscal policy at EU level might be appropriate for reducing poverty;

Amendment 124 #

Proposal for a decision
Annex – part IV – paragraph 2 – indent 5 c (new)

• investigation of the impact of widely varying EU promotional measures on combating poverty and social exclusion;

Amendment 125 #

• promoting integrated active inclusion approaches and the self-management of private life;

Amendment 126 #

• addressing the needs of disabled people and those who care for them without compensation as well as of other vulnerable groups.

Amendment 127 #

• addressing the needs of disabled ~~people and other vulnerable group~~and dependent people and their families, and other vulnerable groups or people in vulnerable situations, in particular the homeless.

Amendment 57 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 4 a (new)

(4a) There is a need for support to be provided for less-favoured regions, for areas with permanent structural disadvantages, for extremely remote regions, for island Member States and for areas that have been affected by recent deindustrialisation or industrial conversion, in order to enable necessary social and economic cohesion to take place;

Amendment 58 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 6

(6) Despite these achievements, significant parts of the population in all Member States are still suffering from deprivation and limited access to basic services or feel excluded from their societies, and 78 million people live at risk of poverty, among whom there are 19 million children. Poverty among children is at least 3 % higher than among the other parts of population.

Amendment 59 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 6

(6) Despite these achievements, significant parts of the population in all Member States are still suffering from deprivation and limited access to basic services or feel excluded from their societies, and 78 million people live at risk of poverty. In addition, 500 000 disabled people continue to live in institutions.

Amendment 60 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 7

(7) In addition, ~~there are signs that the issue of deep poverty is becoming more important and the number of people suffering from absolute poverty is increasing, not least because of growing wealth inequalities~~wealth inequalities, severe poverty and gender-specific effects of poverty are matters of growing concern across the Union.

Amendment 61 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 9

(9) Poverty and social exclusion take complex and multi-dimensional forms. They relate to income and living standards, access to ~~good quality health~~employment, quality and security of employment, access to good quality health services, social welfare and child care, housing services and other services, and educational and work opportunities.

Amendment 62 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 9

(9) PThe problem of poverty and social exclusion ~~take~~is based on broad, complex and multi-dimensional forms. They relate to income and living standards, access to good quality health services and other services, and educational and work opportunities. There is therefore a need, at all levels, for a transparent coordination and cooperation system.

Amendment 63 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 9

(9) Poverty and social exclusion take complex and multi-dimensional forms. They relate to income and living standards, access to good quality health services and other services~~, and~~ including sustainable social protection systems, the reconciliation of family and professional life, educational and work opportunities as well as active citizenship.

Amendment 64 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 9 a (new)

(9a) Social exclusion affects individuals' well-being and prevents people from expressing themselves and participating in society. Community and Member State actions and policies should therefore focus particularly on social exclusion.

Amendment 65 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 10

(10) The Social Agenda 2005-2010, which complements and supports the Lisbon Strategy, has a key role in promoting the social dimension of economic growth and the active participation of citizens in society and the labour market. One of the priorities of the Social Agenda is the promotion of equal opportunities for all as a vector for ~~a more cohe~~social and intergenerational solidarity and the creation of a poverty- free and a more inclusive society.

Amendment 66 #

Elizabeth LYNNE

Proposal for a decision
Recital 11

(11) In their National Action Plans for Social Inclusion, several countries highlight the high poverty and/or exclusion risk faced by some particular groups, including children, ~~lone parents, the elderly, migrants and ethnic minorities, disabled people, the homeless~~early school leavers, single parents, large families, young people, older people, migrants and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, homeless people, unemployed people, in particular the long-term unemployed, prisoners, women and children who are victims of violence, and severe substance abusers.

Amendment 67 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 11

Amendment 68 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 11

(11) In their National Action Plans for Social Inclusion, several countries highlight the high poverty and/or exclusion risk faced by some particular groups, including children, ~~lone parents, the elderly, migrants and ethnic minorities, disabled people, the homeless~~early school leavers, single parents, large and single breadwinner families, young people, the elderly, migrants and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, the homeless, the unemployed, in particular the long-term unemployed, prisoners, women and children who are victims of violence, and severe substance abusers.

Amendment 69 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 11

(11) In their National Action Plans for Social Inclusion, several countries highlight the high poverty and/or exclusion risk faced by some particular groups, including children, lone parents, the elderly, young people, migrants and ethnic minorities, disabled people, the homeless, prisoners, women and children who are victims of violence, and severe substance abusers. National policies and support measures aimed at the most vulnerable groups can play a significant role in combating poverty and social exclusion.

Amendment 70 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 11 a (new)

(11a) There is a need to give full priority to solving the problems of unemployment, poverty and social exclusion, for which purpose current economic and financial policies (in particular the Stability and Growth Pact, the Lisbon Strategy, the internal market and competition policy) must be revised and priority must be given to achieving a high rate of employment and creating long-term, high-quality jobs with employment rights, to investment and to high-quality public services which will foster social inclusion, particularly in the fields of education, public health, childcare, care for dependants, public transport and social services.

Amendment 71 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 12

(12) IfAlthough decent employment significantly reduces the poverty risk for the individual, it is not always a sufficient condition to lift people out of poverty, and the at-risk-of-poverty rate is still relatively high even for those in work. In-work poverty is linked to low pay, low skills, and precarious and often part- time employment, but also to the characteristics of the household in which the individual lives, in terms of the number of dependants and the work intensity of the household. Quality employment is thus essential to lift individuals out of poverty.

Amendment 72 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 12

(12) If employment significantly reduces the poverty risk for the individual, it is not ~~always~~ a sufficient condition to lift people out of poverty, and the at-risk-of-poverty rate is still relatively high even for those in work. In-work poverty is linked to low pay, low skills, and precarious and often part- time employment, but also to the characteristics of the household in which the individual lives, in terms of the number of dependants and the work intensity of the household. Quality employmen and earnings inequalities, low skills, limited professional training opportunities and precarious employment, but also to difficult household conditions. Quality employment and social and economic support is thus essential to lift individuals out of poverty.

Amendment 73 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 12 a (new)

(12a) Inequalities have steadily increased both among countries and among regions, communities and population groups, highlighting that current policies have not brought about genuine convergence.

Amendment 74 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 12 b (new)

(12b) Priority should be given in Community policies to the creation of jobs with employment rights, in particular in order to benefit population groups that are most exposed to unemployment such as young people, among whom the unemployment rate in several Member States persistently exceeds 20 %.

Amendment 75 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 13

(13) The lack of basic competences and qualifications is also a major barrier to inclusion in society. There is a growing danger of new cleavages in society emerging, between those who have access to lifelong learning to enhance their employability and adaptability, and to facilitate their personal development and active citizenship, and those who remain excluded and suffer discrimination. Those without adequate skills will find it more difficult to enter the labour market and find a quality job, are more likely to spend long periods out of work and, if they do work, are more likely to find themselves in low- paid jobs.

Amendment 76 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 14

(14) The availability and the ability to use information and communication technology (ICT) is increasingly becoming a prerequisite for inclusion. A ministerial declaration approved in June 2006 in Riga calls for an information society for all, together with electronic accessibility for the disabled.

Amendment 77 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 15

(15) Key to the successful impact of Community action to fight poverty and social exclusion is the extent to which it enjoys broad popular support and genuine political support for the desire for change. The European Year should act as a catalyst in raising awareness and in building momentum. It should help to focus political attention and mobilise everyone concerned in order to drive forward the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion.

Amendment 78 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 15

(15) Key to the successful impact of Community action to fight poverty and social exclusion is the extent to which it enjoys broad popular support. The European Year should act as a catalyst in raising awareness ~~and~~, in building momentum and in exchanging best practices between the Member States, local and regional authorities and international organisations involved in the fight against poverty. It should help to focus political attention in the long-term and mobilise everyone concerned in order to drive forward and strengthen the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion. as well as promote further actions and initiatives at European and national level in this field. In this regard, particular attention should be paid to the implementation at national level of Community legislation, in particular on equal opportunities, non- discrimination and gender equality.

Amendment 79 #

Proposal for a decision
Recital 19 a (new)

(19a) Stresses the need for support to be provided for manufacturing, micro- businesses, small and medium-sized enterprises, small agricultural businesses, family farms and the social economy, in view of the important role that they play in creating jobs and well-being.

Amendment 80 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a

(a) Recognition — Recognising the right of people in a situation of poverty and social exclusion to live in dignity and to play a full part in society. The European Year shall help in acknowledging the situation of people experiencing poverty and promoting their effective access to social, economic and cultural rights as well as to ~~resources and servi~~adequate services and financial resources and shall help in combating stereotypes and stigmatisation;

Amendment 81 #

Íñigo MÉNDEZ DE VIGO

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a

a) R~~ecognition — R~~ights — As part of respect for fundamental rights, recognising the right of people in a situation of poverty and social exclusion to live in dignity and to play a full part in society. The European Year shall help in acimproving knowledg~~ing~~e of the situation of people experiencing poverty, by giving particular attention to vulnerable groups and promoting their effective access to social, economic and cultural rights as well as to resources and services and shall help in combating stereotypes and stigmatisation;

Amendment 82 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a

(a) Recognition ~~— Recognis~~of rights — Confirming the right of people in a situation of poverty and social exclusion to live in dignity and to play a full part in society. The European Year shall help in ~~acknowledging~~raising public awareness via the provision of accurate information on the situation of people experiencing poverty and promoting their effective access to social, economic and cultural rights as well as to resources and services and shall help in combating stereotypes and stigmatisation;

Amendment 83 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b

(b) ~~Ownership~~Involvement and awareness — Ienc~~reas~~ouraging public ~~ownership of~~participation in social inclusion policies and actions, emphasising everyone’s responsibility in tackling poverty and social marginalisation. The European Year shall foster greater participation and involvement, awareness, participation and engagement, and create new opportunities for ordinary citizens to contribute.

Amendment 84 #

Richard FALBR

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b

b) OwShared responsibility and partnership — Increasing public ownership of social inclusion policies and actions, emphasising everyone’s responsibility in tackling poverty and marginalisation. The European Year shall foster awareness, participation and engagement, and create new opportunities for ordinary citizens to contribute and opposing further privatisation of public services, emphasising both collective and individual responsibility in the fight against poverty and social exclusion. The European Year will promote the involvement of all public and private actors, inter alia through pro-active partnerships.

Amendment 85 #

Patrizia TOIA

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b

b) Ownership — Increasing public ownership of social inclusion policies and actions, emphasising everyone’s responsibility in tackling poverty and marginalisation and the importance of encouraging and supporting voluntary service even in this area. The European Year shall foster awareness, participation and engagement, and create new opportunities for ordinary citizens to contribute.

Amendment 86 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 - paragraph 1 - point c

c) Cohesion — Promoting a more cohesive society by raising public awareness of the benefits for all of a society where poverty is eradicated and no-one is condemned to live in the margins. The European Year shall foster a society that sustains and develops quality of life, the well-being of children, social well-being and equal opportunities for all regardless of their background, ensuring sustainable development and solidarity between and within generations and policy coherence with EU action worldwide.

Amendment 87 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 - paragraph 1 - point c

(c) Cohesion — Promoting a more cohesive society by raising public awareness of the benefits for all of a society where poverty is eradicated and no- one is condemned to live in the margins. The European Year shall foster a society that sustains and develops quality of life, social well-being and equal opportunities for all regardless of etheinic or brac~~kground~~ial origin, gender, disability, age, religion or creed, or sexual orientation, ensuring sustainable development and solidarity between and within generations and policy coherence with EU action worldwide.

Amendment 88 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 - paragraph 1 - point c

c) Cohesion — Promoting a more cohesive and inclusive society by raising public awareness of the benefits for all of a society where poverty is eradicated and no- one ~~is condemned to~~ live is on the margins. The European Year ~~sha~~will foster a society that sustains and develops quality of life, quality of skills and employment, social well-being and equal opportunities for all regardless of their background and gender, ensuring sustainable development and solidarity between and within generations and policy coherence with EU action worldwide.

Amendment 89 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point d

d) Commitment and practical implementation — Reiterating the strong political commitment of the EU to the ~~fight against~~elimination of poverty and social exclusion and promoting this commitment a~~t all levels of governanc~~nd the appropriate implementation, for which the public authorities shall be mainly responsible. Building upon the achievements and po~~ssible shortcomings~~tential of the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion, the European Year ~~sha~~will strengthen the political commitment to the prevention of and fight against poverty and social exclusion and ~~give impetus to further development of the European Union’s~~further the Member States’ action in this field.

Amendment 90 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point d

d) Commitment and action — Reiterating the strong political commitment of the EU toand the ~~fight against~~Member States to eradicate poverty and social exclusion and promoting this commitment and actions at all levels of governance. Building upon the achievements and po~~ssible shortcomings~~tential of the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion, the European Year ~~sha~~will strengthen the political commitment to the prevention of and fight against poverty and social exclusion and give further impetus to ~~further development of~~the Member States and the European Union’s action in this field.

Amendment 91 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point d

(d) Commitment — Reiterating the strong political commitment of the EU to the fight against poverty and social exclusion and promoting this commitment at all levels of governance. Building upon the achievements and possible shortcomings of the Open Method of Coordination on Social Protection and Social Inclusion, the European Year shall strengthen the political commitment to the prevention of and fight against poverty and social exclusion, cooperate with all Member States to focus political attention and mobilise all those concerned, and give impetus to further development of the European Union’s action in this field.

Amendment 92 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a

a) meetings and events at European and National level;

Amendment 93 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a, b and c

a) meetings and events; at European and national level; b) information, promotional and educational campaigns~~; c) surveys and studies on a Community or nationwide scale~~ at European and national level; c) surveys and studies based on gender- disaggregated data collection on a Community or nationwide scale, as well as the development of multi-dimensional comparable indicators.

Amendment 94 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 4

The European Year shall take into account the different ~~ways in which women and men experience poverty and social exclusio~~risks, dimensions and impact of poverty and social exclusion as experienced by women and men.

Amendment 95 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 4

The European Year shall take into account the different ways in which women and men experience poverty and social exclusion, specifically in single parent families, which experience poverty more severely. Special attention should also be given to discrimination in employment.

Amendment 96 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 4

TWith a view to ensuring gender mainstreaming, the European Year shall take into account the different ways in which women and men experience poverty and social exclusion.

Amendment 97 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 4

4. It shall conduct a regular exchange of views with stakeholders, particularly at European level, on the design, implementation, follow-up and assessment of the European Year. With this in view the Commission shall make the relevant information available to interested parties.

Amendment 98 #

Proposal for a decision
Article 5 – paragraph 4

(4) ItFor the purpose of carrying out its tasks, the Commission shall con~~duct~~sult on a regular ~~exchange of views with stakeholders, particularly at European level, on the design, implementation, follow-up and assessment of the European Year~~basis, and cooperate closely with, an advisory group at EU level, composed of a broad range of relevant stakeholders, including civil society organisations and organisations representing those who experience poverty and social exclusion, the social partners, and representatives of the European Parliament. The advisory group at EU level shall be involved in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the European Year; it shall be regularly informed as to how far its opinions have been heeded. Its members shall be appointed by 31 December 2008 at the latest.

Amendment 99 #