European Citizens' Initiative (ECI): evaluation and obstacles

This report reviews the first year of the European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) in practice. It assesses the experiences gained and identifies obstacles encountered in its implementation, aiming to improve its effectiveness as a tool for citizen participation in the EU.

The ECI allows citizens to call on the European Commission to propose legislation. This evaluation affects citizens, civil society organisations, and the Commission itself, potentially leading to changes in how the initiative operates.