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The Festival of the New European Bauhaus

The New European Bauhaus Festival 2026, organised by the European Commission will, among other topics, address the transformative power of democratic engagement in shaping more inclusive and sustainable communities. It will highlight how empowered citizens and local authorities can play an active role in creating their environments, with a particular emphasis on affordable housing as a cornerstone of democratic participation.

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21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference

The 21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference will focus on the theme of integrating Mātauranga Māori indigenous knowledge with rural health for a thriving future.

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The future of rural Europe: Making migration work for regions in decline

This conference will mark the conclusion of the EU-funded project PREMIUM_EU and the launch of the digital knowledge and policy-generating tool Resilient Regions Policy Dashboard.

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European Rural Youth Forward Conference 2026

The European Rural Youth Forward Conference 2026 will bring together leaders of rural youth and agricultural organisations & policymakers for the topic of inclusive and participatory policymaking.

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Future Forum on Rural Development 2026

With the Future Forum on Rural Development, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity has been providing a platform for discussion, knowledge transfer, and exchange on how to make rural areas attractive and sustainable. It addresses topics like economic, ecological, and social planning, balancing needs such as food and energy security, housing, nature conservation, and tackling challenges like vacant properties and skilled worker shortages.

Webinar

Bridging the digital divide: two success stories of broadband deployment in rural areas

The webinar, organised by the European Broadband Competence Offices (BCO) Network, will showcase two innovative projects that plan to bridge the digital and social divide in rural areas.

EU Agri-Food Days

The 3rd edition of the EU Agri-Food Days will focus on the theme of ‘Securing Europe’s Food and Agriculture’, exploring the latest policy trends, challenges and opportunities in the EU agri-food sector.

Webinar

The right to stay, the right to move: Young people’s views on the future of im/mobility in rural areas

The webinar, organised by the European Rural Youth Observatory, will mark the release of the new policy paper addressing the challenges and aspirations of young people navigating life in rural communities.

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GRASS CEILING project final showcase event

The Final Showcase Event of the EU-funded GRASS CEILING Project will present the project’s key outcomes, policy recommendations and socio-ecological innovations spearheaded by women participants across Europe.

Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards Ceremony 2025

The Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards (ARIA) recognise inspiring and forward-thinking projects that are shaping the future of rural Europe, supported by funding from the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).