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Rural areas supporting sustainable urban food systems through innovative food public procurement
In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, cities and rural areas across Europe are stepping in maximising the potential of working together to ensure sustainable food systems. Taking on the challenge to push for more organic, local, and sustainable food systems, URBACT cities are leading by example fostering innovation in public procurement working with rural areas.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Transforming rural areas through the New European Bauhaus (NEB)
The "BAUHAUS EUROACE Network of Villages for the Future" project, financed by the New European Bauhaus (NEB), has launched a policy brief emphasising the crucial role of rural villages within the European Union (EU).
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

SURVEY "Promoting cultural policies in rural areas within the framework of development and territorial cohesion strategies and the 2030 agenda."
A survey has been launched to gather insights for the upcoming CoR (Committee of the Regions) initiative on "Promoting cultural policies in rural areas within the framework of development and territorial cohesion strategies and the 2030 agenda."
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Smart Rural 27 - 3rd session of the Renewable Energy Cluster
Register for the open Session of the Smart Rural 27 Renewable Energy Cluster with focus on the implementation of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED) II in Europe – 12 September 2023 (online)
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Join the Harnessing Talent Platform to retain talent in rural areas
The much-awaited Harnessing Talent Platform (HTP) was officially launched, heralding a new era of opportunities for rural areas. Via this platform, the European Commission shares relevant information and promotes events, best practices as well as access to technical assistance and advice to regions in need, including a dedicated helpdesk.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Irish minister Humphreys publishes new Statement of Strategy for the Department of Rural and Community Development
Irish Minister Heather Humphreys T.D. presented a new Statement of Strategy for the Department of Rural and Community Development on Tuesday, 8th August 2023.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

ACCTING is funding 10 pilot projects for an inclusive Green Deal
ACCTING, funded by HORIZON 2020, is supporting innovative projects to reduce inequalities and negative impacts on vulnerable groups as part of the European Green Deal.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Funding opportunity for rural actors: CERV Call for Proposals 2023
The Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) programme was launched in 2021 and will run for seven years until 2027. It was created along with the 2021-2027 Justice programme under the Justice, Rights and Values Fund.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Guide to EU Funding: unlocking opportunities for projects
The European Parliamentary Research Service has published the guide to EU funding, edition 2023. It is designed to help regional and local authorities, NGOs, businesses, professionals, and citizens access funding for their projects.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform

Embracing Rural Tourism: A relevant choice
As the holiday season kicks into high gear, many people are seeking respite in tourist destinations that offer unique experiences and a connection with nature.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
