European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2026

European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2026: Supporting people in times of uncertainty

3-4 March 2026, Brussels

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Rapid change is reshaping our societies, workplaces, and daily lives. Those who are already struggling feel the impact most of all. Our social model must keep pace to make sure Europe remains the best place to work and live.

How can we maintain Europe’s social model while staying competitive on the global stage? What policies are needed to support workers and businesses through change, and to prepare the next generation for a rapidly evolving world of work?

The 2026 Forum explored how Europe can secure quality jobs, fair opportunities and effective social protection, while adapting to technological change, economic pressures and an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment.

This fourth edition brought together a growing community, with over 5200 registrations and more than 1500 participants attending in person.

You can now discover the highlights and revisit all sessions in the replay section and explore the photo galleries from Day 1 and Day 2.