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Practical guidance

Interested in launching an ECI but not sure where to start? This section has all the information you need, organised into the steps of launching an ECI.
Explore the topics below, each containing relevant guidance materials, webinar recordings, and other learning resources.
 

Explore the Latest European Citizens' Initiative Trends:

Discover the latest data and figures on European Citizens' Initiatives, including the total number of signatures, support by country and initiative, funding data, and data on organisers. 

Download our comprehensive infographic to gain valuable insights into ECI trends. Updated annually — latest update: February 2026.

Map of the European Union showing the number of signatures collected per country for 14 successful European Citizens’ Initiatives (ECIs).Germany has the highest number (4,976,032), followed by Italy (2,204,027), France (1,949,373), Spain (1,049,450), and Romania (868,185). Other countries show lower totals, with values labeled directly on the map (e.g. Poland 719,175; Netherlands 622,465; Belgium 428,536; Sweden 353,152).
Infographic (2026) | European Citizens' Initiative: Data & Figures
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Online Course: Essential Skills for European Citizens' Initiative Organisers

Interested in learning more about the process and practice of developing a successful European Citizens' Initiative? Visit our online course.

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