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Since 1997, we have been advancing the European affairs profession so that it contributes to ever better policy outcomes. 📍Brussels, Belgium 🔗 www.seap.be

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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
📣 Only one week to go, and there are just a few tickets left. Secure your place now and take part in this highly relevant discussion!
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Burnout in Brussels public affairs isn't just a personal problem, it's often built into how the work is planned. Join us 29 September 2026 to talk about boundaries, workload and systemic change. Click here for more information and to register: seap.be/events/burno...
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Burnout in the Brussels Bubble: From Boundaries to Systemic Responsibility - SEAP
29/09/2026 @ 18 h 00 min - 20 h 30 min - Burnout in Brussels public affairs tends to get treated as a personal problem, something to manage through resilience and better coping. This event takes a dif...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
SEAP President Emma Brown has responded to the European Ombudsman’s recent finding of maladministration in the European Commission’s handling of urgent legislative proposals. Read the full statement here: 👉 seap.be/statement-on...
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Statement on EU Ombudsman's recent finding of maladministration - SEAP
SEAP President Emma Brown has responded to the European Ombudsman’s recent finding of maladministration in the European Commission’s handling of urgent legislative proposals: “The European Ombudsman’s...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Last week, Teresa Anjinho, @ombudsman.europa.eu, spoke at SEAP's General Assembly on participation, ethics and integrity in EU public affairs. She addressed three challenges our profession cannot ignore. Read more: seap.be/teresa-anjin...
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Teresa Anjinho at SEAP: ethics, trust and better regulation - SEAP
On 2 June, we had the pleasure of welcoming the European Ombudswoman, Teresa Anjinho, to SEAP’s General Assembly in Brussels. Her remarks touched on three challenges that go to the heart of our profes...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
We are pleased to welcome Adriana Nosewicz to the SEAP Board! Adriana is Director and Food Practice Leader at Kellen Europe, where she leads European and international associations and advises on EU public affairs, governance, and stakeholder engagement. Read more: seap.be/seap-appoint...
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SEAP appoints Adriana Nosewicz to the Board - SEAP
We are pleased to welcome Adriana Nosewicz to the SEAP Board! Adriana is Director and Food Practice Leader at Kellen Europe, where she leads European and international associations and advises on EU p...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Most EU stakeholders engage too late. By the time a proposal is published, the framing is already done. SEAP's recent webinar with the Impact Assessment Institute was a good reminder that the best public affairs work is anticipatory. Read our event report: 👇 seap.be/event-report...
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Event Report: Better Regulation and Impact Assessments as Strategic Tools for EU Public Affairs - SEAP
On 15 April 2026, SEAP, in collaboration with the Impact Assessment Institute, hosted a webinar on the topic of Better Regulation and Impact Assessments. This 90-minute event was led by Erik Akse, fou...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
The EU Commission's #BetterRegulation Communication goes in the right direction, but is still a closed-system exercise. We welcome proposals on impact assessments and co-legislators' amendments, and call for stronger stakeholder involvement. Read our full statement: 👇 seap.be/seap-respond...
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SEAP responds to Commission's Better Regulation Communication: right direction, but more openness needed - SEAP
SEAP welcomes the European Commission’s Better Regulation Communication and its recognition that the European Union’ Better Regulation framework can always be improved, and that the quality of EU lawm...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
❗One week to go. SEAP members, please check your email inbox for the invitation and registration link.
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
We are pleased to continue #MeetTheMembers, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Vincent Guerre, Director for Trade and Competitiveness at SEA Europe. Read more here: seap.be/meet-the-mem...
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Meet the members - SEAP
We are pleased to continue Meet The Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Vincent Guerre, Director f...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Maria Teresa Scardigli, Managing Director at Kellen. Read more here: seap.be/meet-the-mem...
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Meet the members - SEAP
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Maria Teresa Scardigli, Ma...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
📣 Event alert: Members-only webinar on 15 April SEAP & the Impact Assessment Institute are teaming up to show how Better Regulation and Impact Assessments can be used as real strategic tools in EU public affairs. Not a member yet? Apply at seap.be/join-seap/ to get access to sessions like this.
SEAP webinar on 15 April 2026: Better Regulation and Impact Assessments as Strategic Tools for EU Public Affairs
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
🎉 We’re delighted to welcome several new members to our community of EU affairs professionals! Find out who they are: 👉 seap.be/welcome-to-o... If you’re passionate about ethical lobbying and want to connect with peers, please join us and apply for membership on our website.
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Welcome to our new members! - SEAP
Over the past few weeks, we have welcomed several new members: Anja Juraj (Elanco), Piotr Bonislawski (Elanco), Elise Regairaz (Aliénor), Cécile Fouquet (Aliénor), Mélanie Lamaison (Aliénor), Fabio Ma...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Matthew Gatt Seretny, Consultant at Gatt Seretny Public Affairs and Public Relations. Read more: seap.be/meet-the-mem...
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Meet the members - SEAP
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Matthew Gatt Seretny, Cons...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Ruth Daskalapoulou Isaac, Director of EU Relations at the European Jewish Association. Read more: seap.be/meet-the-mem...
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Meet the members - SEAP
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today we present Ruth Daskalopoulou-Isaac, D...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
How can organisations work more effectively with consultants in EU public affairs? A recent SEAP–ECPA workshop highlighted the importance of strategic use of consultants, clear briefing, flexibility beyond rigid KPIs, and strong ethical standards. Read the full report: seap.be/working-effe...
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Working effectively with consultants in European public affairs - SEAP
On 27 January 2026, SEAP and the European Centre for Public Affairs (ECPA) jointly organised a workshop at the Press Club Brussels on how to work effectively with consultants in European public affair...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
We are pleased to continue #MeetTheMembers, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today, we present Natacha Clarac, Managing Director and Partner of Athenora Consulting and Board member of SEAP. seap.be/meet-the-mem...
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Meet the members - SEAP
We are pleased to continue Meet the Members, our interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Today we present Natacha Clarac, Managing Di...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Today, SEAP submitted a position paper on how the Better Regulation framework should evolve. Urgency must not weaken evidence, transparency or stakeholder engagement. Better Regulation is a safeguard for credible and effective EU law-making, not red tape. Read more: seap.be/better-regul...
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Better Regulation: SEAP contribution to the Commission’s Call for Evidence - SEAP
In response to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on a future Communication on Better Regulation, SEAP submitted a position paper setting out its views on how the EU’s Better Regulation frame...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
SEAP is seeking an external expert to join its #DisciplinaryCommittee to deal with complaints concerning compliance with SEAP’s Code of Conduct and ethical standards. Deadline: 13/02/2026. Read more here: seap.be/disciplinary... #ethics #transparency #accountability
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Disciplinary Committee – Call for External Expert - SEAP
Following the update of its statutes in April 2025, SEAP has formally established a Disciplinary Committee to deal with complaints concerning compliance with SEAP’s Code of Conduct and ethical standar...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
The European Commission has launched a call for evidence on its upcoming Communication on #BetterRegulation. SEAP is actively engaging and invites public affairs professionals beyond its membership to contribute and join the discussion. Read more: seap.be/share-your-v...
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Share your views on Better Regulation - SEAP
The European Commission has launched a call for evidence for its forthcoming Communication on BetterRegulation. This is a debate that matters to everyone working in European public affairs. The consul...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
We are pleased to launch “Meet the members”, a new short interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. Find out more here: seap.be/meet-the-mem...
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Meet the members - SEAP
We are pleased to launch “Meet the members”, a new short interview series highlighting the people behind SEAP and the diversity of experience within our community. The series kicks off with SEAP Presi...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
🗓️ Event alert: 27 January 2026 SEAP, together with the European Centre for Public Affairs, is organising an in-person workshop on working effectively with consultants in European public affairs. Register here: www.eventbrite.be/e/seap-ecpa-... #PublicAffairs #Consultancy #Transparency
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SEAP - ECPA Workshop: Working effectively with consultants
SEAP and ECPA are delighted to invite you to their joint workshop.
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
As the year draws to a close, SEAP would like to thank its members, partners and supporters for their continued engagement and trust throughout the year. We wish you a peaceful and relaxing holiday season, and a healthy and successful New Year.
Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year!
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
SEAP President Emma Brown recently spoke with DeHavilland about her Brussels journey, the realities of #publicaffairs, and the importance of #transparency and #betterregulation. Watch the full conversation here: dehavillandeurope.eu/2025/12/03/i...
DeHavilland, Inside the bubble, episode 5: Emma Brown
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
SEAP welcomes the EU Ombudswoman's findings on the need for transparency and proper scrutiny in urgent EU law-making. As SEAP President Emma Brown notes: “The EU can move fast and still respect its own standards.” Read the full statement here: seap.be/statement-on...
SEAP President Emma Brown
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
📅 SEAP members are warmly invited to our year-end networking event on 4 December. As 2025 concludes, this is a chance to reconnect with colleagues, meet new members and exchange views with the SEAP Board. 👉 Please check your email inbox for the invitation and registration link!
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
📢 Event alert! We are pleased to invite SEAP members to a training workshop on Compliance with Competition Rules in Trade Associations, which will take place on 9 October 2025 from 18:00 to 19:30. Please check your e-mail inbox for the invitation and the registration link.
SEAP Workshop on "Compliance with Competition Rules in Trade Associations" on 9 October 2025
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
🇫🇷 France will set up a public registry of foreign influence activities by 2026. SEAP President Emma Brown commented: “The focus should be on disclosure, not on discouraging legitimate international exchange, which is a normal part of EU policymaking.” Read more: 👉 www.euractiv.com/news/france-...
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France targets non-EU lobbyists in new foreign interference crackdown | Euractiv
Anyone lobbying or conducting political influence work on behalf of a third country will be required to register with French lobbyists watchdog
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
📢 Only a few places left. Don't wait any longer and register now for our advocacy training.
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
📅 We are delighted to invite SEAP members to our exclusive Advocacy Training Workshop on 14 October 2025 from 15:00 to 18:00, organised in cooperation with the Advocacy Academy. Check your e-mail inbox for the invitation and the registration link.
SEAP Workshop on 14 October 2025: Advocacy Training in cooperation with the Advocacy Academy
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
📢 Calling all SEAP members: We would like to hear your views on the EU's principles for better regulation. Please check your email inbox and take part in our survey! If you are not a member of SEAP and would like to contribute, send us a chat message to receive the link.
SEAP member survey on better regulation
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
SEAP has written to the European Commission to request clarification on the scope of the new Regulation on the Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA), which will apply from 10 October 2025. Read our letter here: seap.be/seap-calls-f...
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SEAP calls for clear guidance to safeguard organic public debate under new EU political advertising rules - SEAP
The Society of European Affairs Professionals (SEAP) has written to the European Commission to request clarification on the scope of the new Regulation on the Transparency and Targeting of Political A...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
SEAP is concerned about reports that the European Parliament could extend the ban on lobbying to third-party organisations linked to certain companies. Read more on our website: seap.be/seap-reacts-...
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SEAP reacts to potential expansion of lobbying bans in the European Parliament - SEAP
SEAP is concerned about reports that the European Parliament could extend the ban on lobbying to third-party organisations linked to certain companies. While SEAP supports transparency and accountabil...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
📅 We invite all SEAP members to join our webinar on 'AI in Public Affairs' on 17 July 2025. Check your email inbox for your personal invitation!
SEAP webinar on AI in Public Affairs on 17 July 2025.
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
In response to recent reports* of corruption allegations against Huawei, SEAP President Emma Brown (she/her) issued the following statement: * www.euractiv.com/section/poli...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
🎙️ SEAP President Emma Brown is featured on Kellen Europe's 'Associations Unplugged' podcast! She talks about the state of EU public affairs, what transparency means for lobbyists, recruitment challenges & how SEAP supports members. Tune in: 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMgu...
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Transparency in EU Lobbying: What It Means for Trade Associations | 10 | Associations Unplugged
YouTube video by Associations Unplugged
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
In light of recent reporting on informal forums in the European Parliament, SEAP issued the following statement from its President, Emma Brown: Read the full statement here: seap.be/seap-stateme...
Emma Brown, President of SEAP
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
🇫🇷 SEAP welcomes the latest French initiative to strengthen #transparency in #lobbying. Read our full statement here: seap.be/seap-stateme...
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SEAP statement on French initiative to strengthen transparency in lobbying - SEAP
SEAP welcomes the French initiative led by Jérémie Iordanoff, Vice-President of the National Assembly, to strengthen transparency in lobbying. Iordanoff has tabled a draft law that would amend the Sap...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
📢 We are pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members: Nicola del Valle de Sousa Gavaia (McDonald’s), and Vincent Guerre (SEA Europe). Welcome to both of you! Read our full announcement here: seap.be/seap-welcome... #PublicAffairs #ethics #transparency
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SEAP welcomes two new Board members - SEAP
We are pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members: Nicola del Valle de Sousa Gavaia, EU Government Relations Senior Manager at McDonald’s, and Vincent Guerre, Director of Trade and C...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
📣 New rules at the European Parliament: as of 1 May, lobbyists must activate their access badge daily using terminals at the entrance — even if your badge is marked “active” online. More bureaucracy, more waiting — what is the added value? #EUpublicaffairs #lobbying #transparency
Emma Brown, President of SEAP
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
📢 Calling all members: Join us for our annual General Assembly on 23 April 2025! We are pleased to welcome MEP @danielfreund.bsky.social as this year's guest speaker. Check your e-mail inboxes and register now!
SEAP General Assembly, Brussels, 23 April 2025
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
🌍 Last week, SEAP hosted a panel discussion on how lobbying is evolving in today’s uncertain geopolitical climate. Our event report is now online. You can read it here: 👉 seap.be/lobbying-in-... #geopolitics #lobbying #transparency #disinformation
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Lobbying in Brussels: navigating geopolitical challenges - SEAP
On 27 March 2025, SEAP hosted a panel discussion at the Press Club Brussels to explore the evolving landscape of lobbying in Brussels in the face of increasing geopolitical uncertainty. The event exam...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
❗ Final call! Join us on Thursday for a timely discussion. Only a few seats left.
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Two weeks to go. Join us on 27 March and register now!
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
📢 We are happy to share this announcement about the #BeersPoliticsEU event on 25 March. Our President, Emma Brown, is looking forward to the discussion.
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Update: We are pleased to note that the lists of Cabinet members of the EU Commissioners have now been published. 👉 commission.europa.eu/about/organi...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Our survey on the new EU transparency regulations is still ongoing. Please let us know your experiences!
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
🇪🇺 We congratulate Teresa Anjinho on taking office as the new European Ombudsman and look forward to working with her. Read our full statement here: seap.be/statement-on...
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Statement on Teresa Anjinho taking office as EU Ombudsman - SEAP
The Society of European Affairs Professionals (SEAP) congratulates Teresa Anjinho on taking office as the new European Ombudsman and looks forward to working with her. Her leadership will be valuable ...
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
📢 SEAP invites you to a thought-provoking panel discussion on the evolving landscape of lobbying in Brussels amid growing geopolitical uncertainty. Registration is open. Don't wait and secure your place now! 👉 www.eventbrite.be/e/lobbying-i...
SEAP Panel Discussion on 27 March 2025. Lobbing in Brussels Amidst Geopolitical Challenges
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials? If yes, please take part in our #survey! Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt...
SEAP survey: make your voice heard!
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Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
🎉 SEAP is pleased to announce that we have welcomed a number of new members in recent weeks: seap.be/seap-strengt... 🤝 Join SEAP and become part of a trusted community dedicated to advancing the #publicaffairs profession! Apply for membership now: 👉 seap.be/join-seap/ #ethics #transparency
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SEAP strengthens its membership - SEAP
SEAP is pleased to announce that we have welcomed a number of new members in recent weeks: Stanislav Sokur (Mission of Ukraine to the EU), Marcell Sükösd-Kósa (PRM-CEE), Viktoriia Bystra (Dods Group),...
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