On our 25th anniversary year, we are looking for
2,500
new supporting members who care about the future of a clear-eyed, independent view on EU affairs.
We won't lie: EU democracy is not dependent on journalism, but on a well-informed public.
By supporting EUobserver you are contributing to that mission. Our coverage of overlooked pan-European stories is not controlled by corporations or billionaires and as a non-profit, any support goes straight back into reporting.
Join EUobserver
A membership costs just €1,75/week (for a yearly membership) – less than the price of a very cheap coffee.
In return for your support, we promise:
If we reach 1,000 new members
1
Open 10 years of archives
The first 10 years of EUobserver archive journalism will be free for all. Your support makes that possible.
2
25 explainers on EU topics
We'll write 25 explainers on EU policy that anyone can read and understand. And we'll ask for your input on which topics matter most to you.
3
3 new context-rich formats
To put news into perspective, we'll regularly publish at least 3 new types of stories that will help public understanding of long-running or complex stories – and we'll ask you which formats you prefer.
4
25 original investigations
In the next year, we'll publish 25 original investigations into topics concerning all Europeans – and make them free to read. Your support thus goes directly into informing citizens.
If we reach 2,500 new members
1
Open 20 years of archives for all to read
The first 20 years of EUobserver archive journalism will be free for all. Your support will help countless researchers and citizens access better reporting.
2
Exclusive behind-the-scenes on investigations
For members only, the story behind the story on investigations that took original or creative methods to complete. We'll be open for questions and answer what we can – perhaps it even leads to a new story.
3
Bi-weekly polls on what topics to cover
Every other week, we'll publish a members poll to decide on what topics we should dig in deep. We want to hear more from you and what you care about, so we can help fill informational deserts.
4
Regular member briefings
A bi-monthly open invitation to members to join our editorial meeting to discuss what's going on in Europe and propose new topics for coverage. We want to hear your voice.
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"Facts matter because they help us not to lose the connection with reality.
Without them, it is impossible to make the right decisions and solve problems.
When social networks are overloaded with fakes and rumours, professional journalism such as EUobserver becomes especially important."
Oleksandra Matvichuk, Nobel Peace Prize laureate
We have a 25-year track record of defending democracy through journalism
EUobserver’s investigative coverage dug into the Volkswagen emissions scandal from a European angle – exposing regulatory failures and secrecy in EU car emissions oversight​.
By reporting on the EU’s slow response and pushing for transparency, we helped spur debates that led to stronger oversight of the auto industry.
Our journalism uncovered a secretive “luxury” pension scheme for MEPs that invested in weapons, tobacco, and fossil fuels – information the European Parliament tried to keep quiet​.
EUobserver’s reporting prompted the European Ombudsman to demand transparency, pressuring officials to rethink these opaque investments.
We revealed how Russian spies operate in Brussels, even after mass diplomatic expulsions​.
This exclusive investigation alerted EU authorities and the public to ongoing espionage threats in the EU capital, reinforcing the need for vigilance and informed security policy.
And so much more:
Rwandan Dissident “Death Squads”: EUobserver investigations uncovered how Rwanda’s regime has targeted and terrorised Rwandan dissidents on European soil – even in Brussels​. By reporting that EU leaders’ handshakes with Rwanda’s president embolden his repression abroad​, we raised moral questions that put this issue on the EU agenda and urged protection for exiled activists.
Far-Right vs Civil Society: We have shone a spotlight on ongoing campaigns by far-right and nationalist politicians to defund NGOs and stifle civil society. Our coverage of efforts within the EU to cut off funding for environmental and human-rights groups helped mobilise pro-democracy forces to push back. By bringing these under-the-radar attacks to light, EUobserver helped safeguard the space for civil society voices in Europe.
A functioning European democracy relies on a well-informed public
With authoritarianism, populism and misinformation on the rise, finding reliable and non-partisan journalism is becoming harder for citizens and institutions alike.
For 25 years, EUobserver has published investigative watch-dog journalism, expert analysis and original opinions from voices less heard.
As EU unity becomes more important, reliable, independent EU affairs journalism is more needed than ever.
Join EUobserver and assure yourself of getting EU news that matters.
What we stand for
Independent and non-profit
EUobserver is a not-for-profit, independent online news publisher established in Brussels in 2000​. We are member-supported and not owned by corporations or billionaires​. No EU institution or big media conglomerate dictates our coverage​. Our revenue goes straight back into reporting.
We answer only to the truth and our readers.
Transparency and accountability
We cover the European Union in depth, shedding light on EU decisions, policies, and debates that others overlook. Our civic journalism gives a voice to those not heard and keeps power in check, always from a pan-European perspective.
We firmly believe good information leads to a better society.
Mission-driven
As a newsroom dedicated to EU affairs, we fill the gap between Brussels decision-makers and the people they serve​. Our goal is to support European democracy by equipping citizens and institutions with the information they need to hold the EU establishment to account.
We report through the lens of universal fundamental rights, in plain language and always with a pan-European perspective.
"EUobserver has retained the ability to distinguish facts from beliefs, and good from evil.
That is, you have become an exception to the rule."
Dmitry Muratov, Nobel Peace Prize laureate
Filling ‘Topical News Deserts’
The Coverage Gap: Many crucial European issues are ignored by mainstream media because they’re not seen as profitable or “popular” enough. These “topical news deserts” – niche policy debates, complex scandals, or transnational issues – often receive little attention in commercial press. The result is critical stories that the public and even experts may never hear about.
Underreported, Not Unimportant: Just because a topic isn’t front-page news doesn’t mean it lacks impact. From obscure EU budgetary quirks to human rights concerns in far-flung member states, neglecting these stories creates blind spots. Democratic oversight suffers when media focus only on high-click headlines.
EUobserver’s Role
EUobserver exists to fill these voids. We consistently shine a light on issues that others overlook – ensuring no EU affairs that truly matter go unreported.
By covering these news deserts, we provide institutions, civil society and citizens with information they can act on.
Our reporters ask the tough questions and follow the complex stories, so you’re informed about developments before they erupt into crises.