Working methods

A three year strategic plan lies down strategic objectives for the three years to come. On the basis of the strategic plan the coordinator in close cooperation with the chair proposes an annual work program to the steering group. The steering group discusses and adopts the annual work program.

Types of activities carried out by the EU Civil Society Contact Group include

• Discussing the issues of relevance in regular steering and working group meetings
• Developing and advocating for common positions
• Monitoring the relevant policies
• Disseminating information through a weekly mailing
• Developing and disseminating briefings
• Organising public civil society events (lunch debates, conferences)
• Facilitating and supporting cross-sector campaigns