This section contains guides to assist you in lobbying in Europe - we hope you find them useful.
| Introductory guide to policy & lobbying for non-profits |  |
| Nick Temple – Network Director, SSE Introductory Guide to Policy and Lobbying |
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| Advocacy and Lobbying the EU |  |
| Slideshow presentation on "Advocacy and Lobbying the EU" by Tamsin Rose, Sofia, 9 December 2006. Brief overview of the whys and wherefores of NGO advocacy and lobbying. |
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| EU Principles for the Ethical Conduct of Lobbying |  |
| Brief outline of ethical lobbying principles by the President of the Association of Accredited Lobbyists to the European Parliament. |
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| How to Lobby Your MEP |  |
| The European Union (EU) is currently made up of 27 countries, comprising a total population of nearly 500 million. The EU sets most of the environmental laws for each of the
member states, including the UK. Campaigner Becky Slater explains why you should get to know your MEP, how you can influence the decision-making process at European level, and
how the EU works. |
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| A Guide to Effective Lobbying of the European Parliament | |
| To improve understanding of what constitutes an effective approach to lobbying, a survey was conducted of 75 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) between September – October 2001. |
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| Making your voice heard in the EU:A guide for NGOs | |
| This training handbook was specifically designed for those “newcomer” NGOs and activists that
are in the process of establishing a European strategy. It does so by providing tailored-made
information on EU institutions, the way European NGOs work, as well as lobbying “tips”,
illustrated by examples of EU level campaigns.
It does not aim at being comprehensive but rather at giving you a first insight in the EU
labyrinth and how to find your way. To prepare the next stages of your strategy, it also
provides more specific links and contacts depending on your area of activity. We hope you will
find it useful. |
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| How NGOs can influence policies in the EU | |
| Dick Roche TD, Minister for European Affairs on how NGOs can influence policies in the EU |
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| How NGOs can effectively lobby | |
| Francis Jacobs talks about how NGOs can effectively lobby |
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| Lobbying the European Parliament | |
| Lobbying for NGOs in the context of the European Parliament |
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| Lobbying the European Council | |
| Justin Kilcullen of Trócaire discusses lobbying the European Council, dealing with the Permanent Representation, the role of the EU in funding projects and the increased role of the Dail and Joint Committee on European Affairs |
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| How NGOs can collaborate to influence the EU | |
| Justin Kilcullen of Trócaire discusses how NGOs can influence EU policy |
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| Lobbying the European Parliament | |
| Justin Kilcullen of Trócaire discusses how NGOs can lobby the European Parliament and build relationships with MEPs |
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