Brussels / 31 January & 1 February 2026

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How to engage with policymakers as civil society


Whether you are new to the Brussels EU Policy maze or already experienced in arguing your case with policymakers, this session wants to help you find your way.

Who are the right contacts to reach out to, and how to find their contact details?

How does my submission to a call for feedback develop the most impact?

What can I do to make my voice heard?

This interactive session brings together experts from different civil society organisations, with experience from past or present work in the European institutions, and Open Source practitioners at FOSDEM to advocate for fundamental rights, digital, and Open Source policy towards the European institutions, including the European Commission, Parliament and Council.

Speakers

Photo of Jordan Maris Jordan Maris
Photo of Sebastian Raible Sebastian Raible
Photo of Anja Wyrobek Anja Wyrobek
Photo of Marcel Kolaja Marcel Kolaja
Photo of Ella Jakubowska Ella Jakubowska

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