SVS in Brussels
Self-employed with a safety net: Social Security across Austria and Europe
SVS in Brüssel - 03.03.2026
What does social security for self-employedpeople in Europe look like, and what is Austria doing?
The Social Insurance Institution for the Self‑Employed (SVS) provides comprehensive social security coverage for self-employed individuals in Austria.
With our high‑level event at the European Parliament in Brussels, the SVS aims to shine a spotlight on the future of social protection for self-employed individuals across Europe. How are we meeting the requirements and recommendations of the European Union?
The program will feature keynote speeches, expert discussions, and country-specific insights. We will highlight best practices, present recent research findings, and foster an open dialogue between academia, practitioners, and policymakers.
Event Programme
| 07.30 - 08.00 | Accreditation and Reception | |
| 08.00 - 08.10 | Official Opening | Angelika Winzig, MEP |
| 08.10 - 08.20 | Self-employed with a safety net | Peter Lehner, Chairman SVS |
| 08.20 - 08.35 | Keynote: The Austrian Model - SVS | Martina Rosenmayr-Khoshideh, Director SVS |
| 08.35 - 08.50 | Keynote: European Commission | Dana Bachmann, Head of Unit, Social Protection and Demography |
| 08.50 - 09.05 | Keynote: Expert Perspectives | Paul Schoukens, Prof. KU Leuven |
| 09.05 - 09.50 | Statements from Partner Organisations & Debate | |
| 09.50 - 10.00 | Summary & Outlook | Lukas Mandl, MEP |
| 10.00 | End of Event |
We warmly invite you to join us for our event at the European Parliament in Brussels.