Upcoming Events

RURACTIVE project Forum meeting

The second edition of the RURACTIVE project Forum meeting will focus on the EU’s Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for the 2028-2034 period and on the associated EU funding programmes that support the adoption and scaling of smart solutions in rural areas.

Launch event of the SafeHabitus policy brief on mental health

The event will mark the launch of the policy brief on farmer mental health by the EU-funded SafeHabitus project, presenting ten key recommendations to enhance mental health support for farmers and farm workers across the EU.

Webinar

The role of local authorities in enabling energy communities

The session, part of a webinar series organised by the Policy Learning Platform of Interreg Europe, will focus on the role of local authorities in enabling Energy Communities.

Conference

Rural-Urban connections: Pathways to sustainable development

The Conference, organised by the OECD, allows policy officials, experts, private sector representatives and civil society to engage in dialogue whilst strengthening existing networks and fostering knowledge-sharing on rural policies across the OECD and partner countries.

Webinar

The jungle of bonds: Innovative finance for cities in transition

The webinar, organised by the EU Covenant of Mayors, will centre on innovative finance for cities in transition, with a specific focus on bonds.

Webinar

Internal governance for energy communities

The session, part of a webinar series organised by the Policy Learning Platform of Interreg Europe, will focus on internal governance for Energy Communities.

Conference

Nordregio Forum 2025: Navigating crises

The annual research conference for regional development in the Nordics will bring together regional and local policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to explore the issue of crises resilience.

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).

Conference

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.

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.