VOTE Final vote on Proposals for the chapter Social Affairs & Healthcare

Council Meetings 13th Council Meeting
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A: ### Social Affairs and Healthcare - PPCZ2 - Rejected

Proposal:
Extending the first paragraph of the Fighting Discrimination section as follows (bold section added):

We propose policies that promote equal rights and opportunities for all individuals regardless of gender or sexual orientation. We prioritize mainstreaming gender equality and LGBTI rights. This would involve ending discrimination and violence against women and LGBTI individuals**, child abuse, domestic violence. Also** promoting reproductive health and rights, and ensuring equal pay and employment opportunities. We believe that recognition of same-sex marriage and parenthood should be enshrined. Just transition

Note this paragraph also ends nonsensically with the words “Just transition”. We therefore propose to remove them unless someone knows what the intent was.

B: ### Social Affairs and Healthcare - PPDE1 - Adopted

Proposal to add some little sentences to Social Affairs & Healthcare chapter:
Submitted by: PPDE
Additional sentences are marked.

Social Affairs & Healthcare
Respectfullness, equality and enabling participation are clear commitments to the human rights conventions.

All inhabitants of the EU have the right to the highest attainable standard of the quality of health care and health education, no matter how health systems have been structured (private, public or mixed).

(…)

Fighting Discrimination

We propose policies that promote equal rights and opportunities for all individuals regardless of gender or sexual orientation. We prioritize mainstreaming gender equality and LGBTI rights. This would involve ending discrimination and violence against women and LGBTI individuals, promoting reproductive health and rights, and ensuring equal pay and employment opportunities. We believe that recognition of same-sex marriage and parenthood should be enshrined. Just transition

As advocates of the digital and green transitions, we acknowledge the interconnectedness of social, digital, and environmental issues, especially in certain regions. We therefore promote adequate EU funding to the most impacted regions, and for the promotion of new required skills. We push for life-long learning via up-skilling and re-skilling for instance. Ensuring that science, technology, engineering and mathematics sectors are appropriately staffed, with a view of integrating underrepresented categories is a priority.

As part of no one left behind policy, we do believe that providing funding to vulnerable persons/households for their transition regarding transport, heating, insulation, etc. is necessary. The dignity of every human being is inviolable. Obstacles for all people should be removed in order to enable real participation according to the principle: „Being a part instead of being a mere bystander“.

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PPFR is against both (1 vote)

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MEP delegate (Anja) option B, 1 vote

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PPCZ yes (6 votes) for German proposal (PPDE1)

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MEP delegate (1 vote): votes No on both

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PPLU votes yes for both changes (2 votes)

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PPNL:

Votes yes for both A and B (1 vote)

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PPSK: votes option B, 1 vote

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PPDE yes to both proposals.

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Exile votes both with yes (passed)

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PPSE (1 vote) YES for both
PPFI (1 vote) YES for both

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YPE vote yes for both (2 votes)

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Pirati votes yes to both

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PPSI, 1 vote, yes for both, once you figure out what you want x)

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[PPSE Abstain PPFI Abstain

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The votes on the Proposal for the chapter Social Affairs & Healthcare have been cast as follows:

A: 12
B: 19

Proposal B was approved by the council.

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Social Affairs and Healthcare - PPCZ4 - Adopted

Proposal on behalf of the PPCZ - our Social Affair group submitted only today an entire section on mental healthcare. I understand it’s not perfect to do this big of a change this late, but here it is:

Mental Health Care: Enhancing Prevention, Improving Care, and Promoting Education

Introduction:

Effective mental health care requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses prevention, care, and education. By addressing these aspects, we can strive for a society that supports individuals with mental health difficulties and promotes their well-being. This text explores key points in the realm of mental health care and highlights the need for greater accessibility, destigmatization, inclusion, and education.

Prevention:

Prevention is paramount when it comes to mental health. To achieve this, we must focus on providing greater access to mental health services throughout communities. This necessitates establishing a well-developed service network that is readily available to all individuals, regardless of their geographical location. By ensuring that mental health services are accessible, we can effectively support those in need and mitigate the potential for mental health issues to escalate.

In addition to accessible services, community care should be recognized as a valuable resource in promoting mental health. By fostering a supportive environment within communities, we can create networks that help individuals overcome challenges and maintain their mental well-being. Simultaneously, it is essential to destigmatize the field of psychiatry, making it more attractive and encouraging individuals to pursue careers in this vital area of healthcare.

Care:

When it comes to mental health care, prioritizing street work and outpatient care over residential services is crucial. Residential psychiatric services tend to be costly, and therefore, it is essential to involve field and prevention teams more extensively. This approach allows for earlier interventions, reducing the need for more intensive and expensive residential care. Furthermore, emphasizing the rights of psychiatric patients is essential to ensure their dignity, autonomy, and proper treatment within the healthcare system.

To promote greater inclusion in society, it is important to create an environment that supports individuals with mental health difficulties. This entails providing adequate support across the lifespan, with particular attention to youth and seniors. Implementing early intervention and preventive measures can contribute significantly to improving mental health outcomes and reducing the long-term impact of mental health issues.

Education:

Addressing the affordability and availability of child and adolescent mental health care is imperative. Immediate action should be taken to ensure that these services are accessible to all who require them. Additionally, efforts should be made to simplify the process of preparing mental health experts, including support for the initiatives of organizations like the European Association for Psychotherapy. This will expand the availability of psychotherapy and make it more widely accessible.

Recognizing the importance of mental health, schools should prioritize it as a key aspect of education. By integrating mental health as a priority within the school curriculum, we can foster awareness, understanding, and emotional well-being among students. Moreover, empowering nurses by strengthening their specialization training in psychiatry can enhance the overall quality of mental health care delivery.

Conclusion:

A comprehensive approach to mental health care encompasses prevention, care, and education. By providing greater access to services, destigmatizing the field, prioritizing community care, and promoting inclusion and early intervention, we can enhance mental health outcomes for individuals across the lifespan. Additionally, addressing the affordability and availability of mental health care, simplifying the education and recognition process, and integrating mental health into school curricula are vital steps in building a society that prioritizes mental well-being for all.

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Pirati votes yes - 1 vote

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PPLU votes in favour (2 votes yes)

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PPDE votes with yes (2 votes)