The European Citizens' Initiative is a unique way for you to help shape the EU by calling on the European Commission to propose new laws. Once an initiative has reached 1 million signatures, the Commission will decide on what action to take. See how it works step by step
If you consider starting an initiative, consult the ECI Forum for legal and practical advice.
Latest news
On 25 March, Members of the European Parliament will debate the initiative during the plenary session.
On 25 March, the European Commission registered a new European citizens' initiative on sustainable transport.
So far 12 European citizens’ initiatives have received a formal reply from the European Commission. Explore the new webpage on the results and follow-up of successful European citizens’ initiatives - such as safer drinking water or greater transparency in food safety studies.
