Roxana Minzatu
🇪🇺Executive Vice-President for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness - European Commission
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- 🇪🇺 Europe is here and the world is watching! #MilanoCortina2026 #commissionerofthepeople
- Good meeting with Olaf Lies, PM of Lower Saxony. We discussed quality jobs in the EU, how to re-and upskill workers facing transition, actions under the #UnionOfSkills, promoting digital and STEM skills, and the Child Guarantee.
- Great Meeting today with the Eurochild team led by Tanya Ward. We had a good discussion about key priorities for children in Europe, including how we could strengthen of the European Child Guarantee.
- A very good start to the week with @ylvajohansson.se — Chair of the EU High-Level Skills Board. 👉This Board must be strong and visible — shaping human capital policy for leaders, businesses and workers alike. I am confident Ylva will give this Board the leadership and credibility it needs.
- 🤔 Do you want your students to understand 🇪🇺 Europe better? ➡️This call supports schools and VETs to bring EU topics into real classrooms. 💶 Up to €35,000 funding per project available. APPLY HERE 👇 erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/programme-gu...
- You have 10 more days to apply to the Skills Guarantee Pilot. With a budget of €14.5 million, the pilot will focus on projects that support workers in the automotive industry who are at risk of unemployment. Apply here until February 9👇 socialinnovationplus.eu/call/esf-si-...
- 📢 Last days to apply, you have time until 29 January 2026 ↓ With a budget of €14.5 million, the Skills Guarantee Pilot will focus on projects that will support workers from the automotive industry, who are at risk of unemployment. Apply here 👇 link.europa.eu/nVYGyQ
- I am delighted to congratulate @ylvajohansson.se on her appointment as Chair of the European Skills High-Level Board. Her proven leadership will be invaluable in steering the Board’s mission to strengthen skills and talents across the EU, supporting a dynamic, skilled, and adaptable workforce.
- 📍 This week, we adopted two key initiatives that redesign how migration works: 👉 The first-ever EU Visa Policy Strategy; 👉 The European Migration Strategy. At their core, both are about one thing: people and their potential 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p... ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- 📣 The European Commission has launched a Call for Evidence on the upcoming European Strategy for VET. Whether you are a business, a training provider, or a learner, tell us what changes are needed to build a more competitive Europe. Share your views until 19 February 👇 link.europa.eu/8Tt9pW
- 📢 Last days to apply, you have time until 29 January 2026 ↓ With a budget of €14.5 million, the Skills Guarantee Pilot will focus on projects that will support workers from the automotive industry, who are at risk of unemployment. Apply here 👇 link.europa.eu/nVYGyQ
- The EU is actively working, on our continent and beyond, to promote inclusive, high-quality education. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to education as the foundation of Europe’s social model and a cornerstone of our prosperity, democracy and global competitiveness. (2/2)
- On the #internationaldayofeducation we first honour those who strive to educate. We often speak about stakeholders but at times only blandly recognize those who dedicate their lifetime to build a fair and future-ready worldthrough education. Thank you, dear educators and learners. (1/2)
- Good to meet with Omar Abbosh, CEO of Pearson, to discuss how we can strengthen skills development and certification, including digital and AI skills, and support students and teachers across Europe.
- A good exchange at #WEF26 with @arthurmensch.bsky.social CEO of Mistral AI, on Europe’s leadership in AI for education. As we prepare the 2030 Roadmap on digital education & skills, cooperation with EU AI frontrunners is essential.
- Had the pleasure to meet Karin Rådström, CEO of Daimler Truck, at #WEF26. The automotive industry is at the core of Europe’s workforce and an important source of quality jobs. We discussed its competitiveness, support to transition and investment in reskilling and upskilling #unionofskills.
- At #WEF26 I met Denis Machuel and Bettina Schaller (Adecco Group) to exchange views on how we can boost cooperation on Europe’s jobs & skills. I count on Adecco’s expertise for the #UnionOfSkills & Quality Jobs Roadmap.
- The new framework will: ➡️Strengthen EU cyber-resilience; ➡️Protect critical and vulnerable systems; ➡️Align EU action with evolving threats; ➡️Build faster and more coordinated protection across Europe. (2/2) All you need about it is here 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- When cyberattacks hit hospitals, transport or energy systems, everyday life can stop in seconds. With today’s proposal for a Cybersecurity Act, the Commission is reinforcing Europe’s defenses where it matters most: protecting the infrastructure we rely on every day. (1/2)
- I am deeply saddened by the tragic news from Córdoba. My heartfelt condolences go to the families who lost their loved ones and to all those affected. In moments like these, Europe stands united in solidarity. We share your pain and send strength to the entire community.
- I look forward to collaborating with the Cypriot authorities to deliver tangible results for all European citizens. (2/2) #commissionerofthepeople @cy2026eu.bsky.social
- 🇪🇺🇨🇾Good to be back in Nicosia for our College visit for Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU. @cy2026eu.bsky.social In uncertain times, people look to Europe for security — jobs and social protection. (1/2)
- 🇪🇺Good meeting with Clea Papaellina, 🇨🇾Deputy Minister of Social Welfare. We discussed combating poverty and reinforcing child wellbeing, including in the context of the EU’s comprehensive anti-poverty strategy and the strengthening of the Child Guarantee that I aim to deliver this year.
- 🇪🇺I’m looking forward to collaborating with the 🇨🇾Presidency of the Council of the EU! Our focus will be on: 👉 closing the revision of social security coordination rules; 👉strengthening ELA; 👉launching the Anti Poverty Strategy and the Fair Labour Mobility Package. @cy2026eu.bsky.social
- The #unionofskills is built through action. The 2026 Erasmus+ policy experimentation calls of €54 million will test and scale solutions on: ➡️AI and digital education ➡️micro-credentials ➡️STEM ➡️VET recognition ➡️basic skills Apply here by 8 April 2026 👇 ec.europa.eu/info/funding...
- ➡️The new Erasmus+ sport small-scale partnerships call is open, widening access to the programme for small organisations and newcomers through simpler procedures, shorter projects and flexible cooperation formats. Apply here👇 ec.europa.eu/info/funding...
- A new Erasmus+ sport Cooperation Partnerships call is now open, with €38 million available in the next year! Apply here 👇 ec.europa.eu/info/funding...
- ✅This week, the European Commission adopted the EU Health Package. It delivers: 🏥Strategic biotech projects ⚕️Skills support to prevent shortages ➡️Simpler rules for biotech, medical devices ❤️A new EU Cardiovascular Health Plan Learn more 👇 commission.europa.eu/news-and-med...
- ✅Today’s vote in the EP on “My Voice, My Choice” sends a strong signal about the importance of access to quality, affordable healthcare for all women. ➡️This will be one of the priorities of the Gender Equality Strategy I will present next year. www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...
- 🙌This is excellent news, opening up new opportunities for EU and UK students across: 📚 education 📝 training ⚽ sport 🧑🎓 youth sectors Find out more here ⬇️ ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- Europe can lead the global automotive industry. Today’s Automotive Package – will strengthen our competitiveness and protect people’s jobs 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- Across EU house prices are one of the main drivers of the cost-of-living crisis, hurting young people, vulnerable groups and the European economy. This is the urgent reality addressed by the European Affordable Housing Plan, adopted today by the European Commission 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- People want Europe to: 👉Protect them against online misinformation and disinformation 👉Empower them with digital skills 👉Equip teachers with digital skills and provide ed tech for schools. Click here to find out more about the report👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p... (2/2)
- 📍Over 90% of Europeans believe that digital skills are essential for the economy and for participating in society. This is what the new Eurobarometer survey on digital education shows this week. (1/2)
- The European Grids Package, adopted today by the European Commission - will make Europe’s energy system more resilient and affordable. This package supports energy efficiency, security for households and businesses. Read the press release for more details 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- The Environmental Omnibus, adopted today in the College of Commissioners, will help deliver on Europe’s environmental goals faster, smarter and at lower cost. Here is everything you need to know about it👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- 🇪🇺🇲🇩I had my first meeting today with Natalia Plugaru, Moldova’s newly appointed Minister for Social Protection. We discussed key priorities such as the European Child Guarantee, inclusion of persons with disabilities, and labour market reforms.
- The Quality Jobs Roadmap focuses on 3 key pillars: 👉Creating quality jobs 👉Modernisation 👉Stronger safety nets Read more about it here ⬇️ (2/2) ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- One year ago, I promised to put quality jobs at the heart of Europe’s competitiveness. Now, at the end of the first year of my mandate — I deliver. Today, we launch the Quality Jobs Roadmap and begin the process towards the Quality Jobs Act. (1/2)
- ✅ Apply here 👇 eit-hei.eu/funding-supp...
- 🇪🇺On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I was glad to represent the EU at the G7 Labour & Employment Ministers Meeting. 🙌Our focus: Empowering Youth for the Future of Work. The EU is committed to concrete solutions: from the Youth Guarantee to the Disability Employment Package.
- 🇪🇺🇲🇪Glad to meet today with Anđela Jakšić Stojanović, Montenegro’s Minister of Education. A priority for me is Montenegro’s full association to Erasmus+. This would strengthen its education system and boost exchanges with the EU and the region.
- 🇪🇺🇧🇬 A very good meeting at #EPSCO today with Borislav Gutsanov, Bulgaria’s Minister of Labour and Social Policy. Our discussion covered Fair Labour Mobility Package, coordination of social security regulation, and Quality Jobs.
- Today, we launched the Skills Guarantee Pilot to support workers & businesses and tackle labour shortages. The initiative will help workers to: ✅Transition into strategic industries ✅Secure new jobs ✅Develop additional skills through upskilling & reskilling 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- Today, we adopted the 2026 #EuropeanSemester Autumn Package. A recommendation on human capital calls on EU countries to: 💻 Reverse the negative trend in basic skills 🔬 Provide stronger science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programmes & more ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- Tonight - we shine orange for our common goal: standing together to oppose any kind of violence against women. Our EU Directive on violence against women is now in place - we now need EU Member States to make it a reality. Together, we can stop it 🧡 #OrangeTheWorld
- Happy to meet with Antonella Bassani - World Bank Vice President for Europe & Central Asia, on the margins of the High-Level Conference on the Future of Cohesion Policy. We had a good discussion on how to support skills and attract and keep talent in Europe.
- 🇪🇺🇮🇪Great to meet again with Dara Calleary - Minister for Social Protection, to discuss our shared priorities for the upcoming Presidency. We will continue working together to deliver stronger social rights, fight poverty, fair labour mobility and better opportunities for people across Europe.
- The first aims to create the right conditions for national armed forces to move swiftly across Europe in case of need and the second focuses on critical steps for our industry and our people. (2/2) Read more about it here 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
- The Defence Package we adopted today tables two essential proposals for defence of Europe and its people: The Military Mobility proposal and the Defence Industry Transformation Roadmap. (1/2)
- Glad to see Mircea Geoană today, former Deputy Secretary General of NATO. Very good discussion on preparedness, resilience and future of work and how to grow leaders and ensure European leadership in these areas.
