Working groups
EBCU has a number of different Working Groups, each focused on a particular area of internal and external activity. Every group includes at least one representative from the EBCU Executive Committee, along with delegates from our member organisations and other volunteers. Together, they collaborate to drive forward EBCU’s mission of championing beer consumers and promoting beer culture across Europe.
External-Facing Working Groups
These groups concentrate on outreach, policy, and communication with the broader public and relevant external stakeholders.
Beer Styles Review Group and Beer Competitions
Periodically review and update the Beer Styles website and discuss endorsements and trends in beer competitions.
Communications / Media
Develop and execute a communications and media plan for EBCU; gather and manage content for social media channels throughout the year.
Consumer Policy Committee
Monitor political and other developments affecting beer consumers, ensuring EBCU’s voice is heard by relevant decision makers.
EBCU Newsletter
Define a concept for an external newsletter; select an email platform, and launch a periodic newsletter.
Future of the Brussels Reception
Modernize EBCU’s annual Brussels reception/event.
Seminars
Organise EBCU’s online seminar events for members and the broader beer community including EBCU’s Youtube channel.
Sponsorship
Explore sponsorship and other income-generation opportunities in support of EBCU’s activities and events
Homebrewing
Collaboration among homebrewing organisations to share best practices.
Internal-Focused Working Groups
These groups work on cooperation, resources, and strategy within EBCU and its member organisations.
Content Sharing
Facilitate the sharing of magazine articles, features, and other content among EBCU’s member organisations.
Shared Member Benefits
Identify ways to share festival privileges, distribute PDF magazines, and explore other shared benefits among EBCU members.
Strategy
Refine EBCU’s long-term direction, culminating in clear recommendations and a final strategic document.
Interested in Learning More?
For general inquiries about EBCU’s Working Groups, please contact us on media@ebcu.org.
News
Open Letter to Commissioner Glenn Micallef: On the cultural and economic value of home brewing in Europe
Home brewing has preserved some of Europe’s most treasured beer traditions and launched many of its best-known craft breweries, yet it now faces growing regulatory pressure. EBCU’s open letter asks Commissioner Glenn Micallef to recognise it as living cultural heritage in the EU’s forthcoming Culture Compass for Europe.
Home brewers under pressure: why EBCU is concerned
Across Europe, home brewers are facing growing pressure from tax authorities. EBCU is calling on the European Commission and member states to recognise home brewing for what it is: a cultural and educational activity, not a tax problem.
