Report on the effectiveness of child benefits in the EU
The paper published by the European Union delves into the effectiveness of child benefits policies across the 27 Member States of the … Read more
Communication
Making large families visible: ELFAC calls for more specific EU data
Large families represent 3% of all EU households, 12,6% of families with children, and probably almost 1/4 of EU children under 18. … Read more
Large European families are calling on the European Commission to ensure that its new housing law addresses the disadvantages faced by families with children
The factors that European legislation on “Affordable Housing” should take into account were the focus of discussion at the panel on housing … Read more
Cyprus’ support for Large Families: a good start, but a long way to go
The article “What Support Does Cyprus Offer Families with Three or More Children?”, written by journalist Andria Georgiou and published on Politis’ … Read more
Building child-friendly neighbourhoods: empowering communities with data-driven action. A study by OECD
The paper “Building child‑friendly neighbourhoods: Empowering communities with data-driven action” published by OECD offers practical considerations for place-based policies aimed at children’s … Read more
ELFAC Statement on European Commission Strategy for Vocational Education and Training
By: Kira Vernon-Gauthier, ELFAC Project Manager The European Large Families Confederation (ELFAC) welcomes the European Commission’s initiative to develop a comprehensive European … Read more
Romania: Large Families Association holds Strategic Planning Meeting to strengthen support for Large Families
The Romanian Association of Large Families (ASFANU) held a three-day strategic planning meeting from January 30 to February 1 2026 aimed at … Read more
Portugal: Housing is at the top of families’ concerns
Among the many areas of work undertaken by the Portuguese Large Families Association (APFN), the focus in 2026 continues to be on … Read more
Finland: Lapsiperheiden Etujärjestö Launches Strategic Renewal for 2026
At the beginning of 2026, Lapsiperheiden Etujärjestö ry (Finnish Association for Families with Children) launched a comprehensive strategic renewal process. The new … Read more
Germany: Large family association KRFD celebrates 15 year anniversary
KRFD Reception with Guests from Politics, Associations and Civil Society With a festive standing reception and a ceremonial program accompanied by music, … Read more