Analysing European social policies to inform policymakers and stakeholders
The European Social Observatory (OSE) is a not-for-profit research centre specialised in the comparative analysis of social policies and the social dimension of European integration.
From social protection and inclusion, to healthcare, employment, the socio-ecological transition and digitalisation, our core areas of expertise guide our work and inform you.
Social protection and inclusion
We analyse how labour market regulations, working conditions and employment strategies can promote decent work and reduce social inequalities.
Healthcare
Our research explores how to ensure universal, fair and sustainable access to quality healthcare across Europe.
Employment and labour market policies
We study the evolution of social protection systems and their capacity to reduce poverty, insecurity and growing disparities.
The socio-ecological transition
We examine how education and training policies can foster inclusion, mobility and skills for tomorrow’s labour market.
Digitalisation
Our work focuses on access to affordable, decent housing and on policies that support inclusive, livable urban environments.
Our publications at your fingertips
Explore our most recent reports, articles and papers to keep up with our work. In-depth, accessible and informative, our publications cover a range of topics in the field of European social policy.
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Research, briefing and opinion papers produced by the OSE scientific team and external experts alike.
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Collaborative national- and EU-level initiatives addressing a wide range of today’s most topical social issues.
42
years of expertise
A trusted voice in the field of European social policy since 1984.
Collaboration at the heart of our approach
With numerous influential partners across Europe, we believe in the importance of collective intelligence.
Our projects from A to Z
The beating heart of the OSE, our projects keep the wheels turning. In-depth, multi-stakeholder, and the fruit of a collaborative effort, they aim to deliver impact where it matters most.
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New OSE Research Paper
Civil Society and the European Semester
A new OSE research paper by Patricia Scherer reveals that, although civil society is essential to the legitimacy of EU economic governance, it is structurally sidelined in the European Semester. Power imbalances, Semester fatigue and missed opportunities. Read the findings.
