Putting public interest first!

We help organisations working for a more inclusive, equal, and sustainable Europe, to re-balance power in EU decision-making in favour of the public interest!

Our work

  • EU Academy

    We organise trainings for advocates defending the public interest across Europe to enhance their understanding of EU decision-making and their influencing skills.

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  • Trainings on demand

    We tailor trainings to respond to the needs of organisations working in the public interest across Europe, covering specific EU decision-making processes, policy areas and skills.

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  • Consultancy

    We support organisations working for the public good in Europe and beyond, to identify opportunities for change, develop effective strategies, and achieve their goals.

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Upcoming events

  • ‘Cutting through for the public interest’

    EU Communications Academy
    29 September 2025, Brussels

    Navigate the specifics of EU-level communications and get practical tips to cut through the noise.

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  • 'Bursting the EU Bubble'

    14th EU Advocacy Academy
    26-27 November, 2025, Brussels

    Strengthen your influencing skills to advocate for change

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Blog

Meet change-makers advocating for a better EU who graduated from our EU academy and read about our activities. For more, go to our blog page.

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“It's critical to understand the real-world impacts of EU policies. Those directly affected must be heard.”- Rita Raleira, AidEnvironment
“It's critical to understand the real-world impacts of EU policies. Those directly affected must be heard.”- Rita Raleira, AidEnvironment

Rita Raleira is an expert in deforestation-free supply chains and policy analysis at AidEnvironment, a not-for-profit organisation that aims to drive sustainable and equitable change in supply chains.

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“Push forward your narrative—one where everyone has a place in society and can thrive, no matter their identity.”- Sawsane Djazouli, #DiasporaVote!
“Push forward your narrative—one where everyone has a place in society and can thrive, no matter their identity.”- Sawsane Djazouli, #DiasporaVote!

Sawsane Djazouli is the Policy and Communications officer at #DiasporaVote!, a non-profit organisation that aims to ensure representation and inclusion to racialized communities living in Europe

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“I believe the way we eat — and the policies that shape it — are central to building a just and liveable future.”- Matthijs Germs, Verdante
“I believe the way we eat — and the policies that shape it — are central to building a just and liveable future.”- Matthijs Germs, Verdante

Matthijs Germs is an independent EU policy advisor and the founder of Verdante a mission-driven EU policy consultancy working at the intersection of EU agriculture and food policy, plant-based foods, and sustainable proteins.

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“Menstrual health remains a taboo subject, and very little has been done to address it.”- Justine Okolodkoff, Règles élémentaires
“Menstrual health remains a taboo subject, and very little has been done to address it.”- Justine Okolodkoff, Règles élémentaires

Justine Okolodkoff is Deputy director at Règles élémentaires, the first French association dedicated to combating menstrual insecurity and the taboo surrounding periods.

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What people say about us

  • “The key messages I take from the training are: 'it's all about building relations', 'timing is (very) important', and 'anticipating is key'. The training provided me with the tools and knowledge to better strategise my advocacy engagement"

    Nicole Kormann
    ZOE Institute
    EU Academy, May 2023

  • “Invaluable insights on the EU law-making process. This should be a compulsory training for all NGOs campaigners and advocates”

    Priscilla Robledo
    Fair/Clean Clothes Campaign Italy
    Training on demand, December 2021

  • “I would happily recommend EUChanger for anyone looking to gather intelligence about or influence the EU institutions”

    James Royston
    World Animal Protection
    ​EUChanger Consultancy, 2019

  • "This training has provided me with knowledge and many valuable insights for developing an advocacy strategy. The trainers clearly have a lot of experience and expertise in influencing policy at EU level"

    Virginia Sandjojo SOMO EU Academy, December 2023

  • " The EU Academy provided holistic, very straightforward, and hands-on guidance on how to navigate the complex EU bubble. It helped me to understand how to level up my advocacy work while keeping in mind a long-term perspective"

    Maris Pedeja Friends of the Earth/CEE Bankwatch EU Academy, May 2023

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