'What has the EU ever done for us?'

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We also need to make sure people are involved in the debate about Europe's future. The Convention on the Future of Europe is currently looking at how the EU might operate after enlargement (up to 10 new countries will join the EU in 2004). It is also looking at how the EU can better communicate with the citizens of Europe. Women should play a strong part in this debate. A good starting point is the Future of Europe website, which provides links to discussion forums and to all the key participating organisations, from think tanks to charities.

I'd be delighted to hear any suggestions you might have on how we can make Europe more relevant for people in their everyday lives. We're determined to make the EU an institution for its people, not its governments.