What kind of Europe do we want for future generations? And how can we make sure that decisions taken today create a fairer tomorrow?
On 16 November, the European Commission will celebrate the first-ever Day of Intergenerational Fairness, an initiative launched as part of its Strategy on Intergenerational Fairness.
Intergenerational fairness means making sure that opportunities, benefits, and responsibilities are shared fairly between generations. It is about tackling issues that matter to young people today – from affordable housing and quality education to jobs and climate action – while thinking about the generations to come.
To mark the occasion, the Commission is bringing together policymakers, experts and citizens in Brussels to discuss how we can turn intergenerational fairness into action. The event will also showcase new tools to help policymakers make decisions with the future in mind and build a fairer future for everyone, young and old.
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Follow the event live from 10:00 CET on 16 November! (EN only)
The European Commission, together with the European Committee of the Regions, has launched the Pledge on Intergenerational Fairness, inviting local and regional politicians across the EU and candidate countries to put the well-being of current and future generations at the heart of their policies.
- Publication date
- 13 November 2026
- Author
- Directorate-General for Communication
- Type of content
- News
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