Did you know the Parliament has at least one liaison office in every EU country? Liaison offices can be found in each EU capital city. Chances are your local liaison office is organising some interesting activities. Why not get involved? More info liaison-offices.europarl.europa.eu/en/offices

The European Parliament is open for visitors! Visit the centre of European democracy, the place where decisions affecting the whole EU are made. For more information, visit: europa.eu/!hgx3WB

Today is World Humanitarian Day. Parliament oversees the implementation of the EU's humanitarian aid policy and has regularly insisted on closing the widening gap between global humanitarian needs and available funding. Read more: europa.eu/!fgYqFd

Did you know that women make up 39% of the new European Parliament? This is above the 🌍 world average for national parliaments (26.9% at the beginning of 2024) and above the 🇪🇺 European average for national parliaments (31.6%).

Meet Pelagie, a healthcare assistant from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Todor, a lawyer for the Center for Legal Aid Voice in Bulgaria. The European Parliament backs an EU-wide approach to the challenges posed by migration.

Parliament wants to make sure that democracy is protected and that Europeans have access to quality information. Interested in learning more about what is being done to tackle growing disinformation? Check out our dedicated page: europa.eu/!yrt6XJ

At the heart of independence lies freedom. Values that brave Ukrainians are fighting for, every day. The liberty to live in peace, in democracy. As we strengthen our path to a common European future, today I wish all the very best to the people of Ukraine on Independence Day.

Today is the Independence Day of Ukraine. The new European Parliament continues to support Ukraine's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Members have reaffirmed that commitment last month in a resolution. Read more: europa.eu/!KxKjrh

Will you be spending time in Brussels? Visit the Citizens’ Garden - the former private garden of Antoine Wiertz, Belgian painter and sculptor - and take a moment to relax in a serene, green oasis in the European Quarter. Find out more: europa.eu/!nWQmkK

Parliament called for a new law to make sure that employees can disconnect from work during non-work hours without consequence. Read more: europa.eu/!gYqjD6

Fact-checking has nowadays become key to using the web 🗝️ Malicious actors often spread false or misleading information to influence people. Don't be fooled - follow our handy guide and check the facts ↓

🥇🥈🥉Good luck to all EU athletes participating in the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris between 28 August and 8 September! Are you watching? Which sports are you following? Let us know in the comments!

Meet 🇺🇦 Olena and 🇨🇿 Kamil. Olena is a Ukrainian Erasmus student studying in Gdansk, Poland, and Kamil is an assistant professor in Czechia, focusing on giving as many Ukrainians as possible access to education. This is how they benefit from EU support 👇

Parliamentary committees handle legislative proposals, appoint teams to negotiate with EU ministers, adopt reports, organise hearings, and scrutinise other EU bodies and institutions. Find out more about them: europa.eu/!bndtY9

Today we remember Altiero Spinelli, born on this day in 1907. He dedicated his political career to the idea of a free and united Europe. In 1984 the Parliament adopted a plan named after him which provided an inspiration for the creation of the EU and the European citizenship.

· Protecting children from sexual abuse · Emergency response to Mbox outbreak · Fraud affecting EU funds Check out what Parliament will be working on this week: europa.eu/!nm94kH

School's back in session! Did you know that more than 40% of people aged 25-34 in the EU have a university degree or equivalent? Check out our comparison of the various education levels between EU countries 🎓👇

The European Parliament is back! Starting this week MEPs are holding committee meetings. During this week’s meetings, they will look at issues such as the EU budget and hold hearings with representatives of EU agencies. Watch them live: europa.eu/!Xr98dq

Thank you Mario Draghi for an important conversation on Europe’s competitiveness and the way ahead. Our Union must be equipped to address current and future economic and geopolitical realities. Together we are stronger.

Committees are at the core of Parliament’s work 🏛️ In addition to drafting and voting on positions, committees appoint negotiation teams with EU governments, organise hearings with experts, prepare reports and oversee other EU bodies.