News | 20 May 2025

‘For a strong and united European Union, as close as possible to its territories’ petition

The petition calls on the European institutions and national public authorities to confirm the EU’s proximity to its territories and European citizens, supporting them with the ecological, energy, and digital transitions, as well as the dynamics of territorial development.

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Image by Hailshadow on Canva

The petition, launched by a range of local actors and collectives concerned with the ecological transition, local democracy, social economy, and popular education, asserts the need for a strong EU, supporting local actors and territories. The components of territorial development – including social equality, rural development, agriculture and food, crafts and culture, industries – require enhanced, firm and committed action.

Explore the petition in detail and sign if you subscribe to its call.