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Hopeland – an educational eco-community in a Greek rural area
An educational eco-community in rural Greece that fosters learning, sustainability and personal growth through hands-on projects, workshops and volunteer engagement.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
The Old Rectory Country House: from heritage to hospitality, powering a resilient rural economy
A family-run heritage venue in rural Ireland restored and expanded to provide year-round hospitality and event services, supporting local economic activity, community life and sustainable rural development.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Communities getting ready for crises building local resilience through LEADER networks in rural Sweden
A community-led initiative in rural Sweden strengthening crisis preparedness and resilience through participatory planning, practical exercises and local collaboration, enhancing local capacity to respond to emergencies while fostering social cohesion.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
MobiRural enhancing rural mobility through local capacity and innovation
A European initiative enhancing rural mobility through practical tools, capacity building and innovative solutions for inclusive, low-emission and digitally supported transport systems, empowering local actors to improve access to essential services and strengthen mobility resilience in rural communities.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Playground that Grows: transforming a schoolyard into a regenerative play and learning park in Croatia
Community-driven project transforms rural schoolyard into regenerative space for play, learning and nature connection, combining sustainability, digital tools and participatory design.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
TERA project: balancing professional and private life in the countryside in Slovenia
Promoting gender equality and work-life balance through research, capacity building and intergenerational mentoring, using participatory approaches and evidence-based tools to challenge traditional roles and create inclusive, supportive environments.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Villages Vivants: rural community development cooperative in France
A rural cooperative in France revitalising local economies by acquiring and renovating vacant premises for community-led businesses and essential services.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
European Youth Village Programme – rural youth empowerment in Romania
An initiative empowering young people to engage in local decision-making, co-create community solutions and strengthen youth-inclusive governance.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
One Step Ahead support for young people leaving institutional care in Czechia
Helping young people from a children’s home in rural Czechia develop the skills needed for independent living.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Women into Politics bridging gender gaps in local leadership in rural Germany
A local action programme strengthening women’s participation in local politics by combining mentoring, regional action plans and structural reforms.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
