All events

Policy Lab

Rural areas and communities in the post-2027 EU budget and policies

This Policy Action Lab, organised by the Rural Pact Support Office, discussed with the Rural Pact Community the recent European Commission proposals for the 2028-2034 EU budget and policies, their implications for rural communities and ways to make rural voices heard in the policy debate.

European Startup Village Forum

The Forum, organised by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), will discuss rural innovation and entrepreneurship, together with rural innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers and policymakers. It will explore the drivers, challenges and opportunities behind startup creation in rural areas, and highlight successful local initiatives.

Webinar

Towards a greener economy: regional collaborative initiatives

The webinar, organised by the Policy Learning Platform of Interreg Europe, will delve into the green economy and the concept of cleantech, highlighting regional and local initiatives that are putting these principles into practice.

6th European Rural Parliament

The sixth European Rural Parliament (ERP), organised by Scottish Rural Action, will bring together a 40-country delegation to Scotland to amplify the diverse voices of rural and island people in Europe.

Conference

Women leading rural innovation: From vision to action

The Final Conference of the FLIARA Project will bring together researchers, policymakers, innovation support actors, and civil society stakeholders to spotlight the critical role of women in shaping the future of rural areas and sustainable farming.

EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony 2025

This event will bring together mayors, regional leaders, and top EU decision-makers to discuss how cities and towns are helping secure Europe’s future by providing citizens with clear and affordable energy while strengthening local resilience.

Workshop

Digital lifelines for left-behind regions: Reviving rural potential through smart tools

The interactive workshop, part of the European Week of Regions and Cities, will showcase innovative digital tools for rural development through panels and live demos.

Conference

Please look up!  Efficient, resilient fair and smart – what does our energy and climate future look like? 

The two-day conference, organised by the Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy (IEECP), is an opportunity to learn about the most recent research and shared experiences over the past four years as well as interact with experts from various countries and fields that work on shaping the future of energy in Europe.

Conference

Roadmap to sustainability and inclusive development: Microfinance as a catalyst towards building stronger local communities

The annual Conference, organised by the European Microfinance Network, will focus on strengthening communities through microfinance and social inclusion.

Boosting regional competitiveness through entrepreneurship, innovation and circularity

The session, part of the European Week of Regions and Cities and organised by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), will explore multi-level systemic approaches to regional transformation, including place-based design practices.