Driving rural innovation, sustainability and community-led development through Local Action Groups in Romania

• Community Engagement: Actively involve local stakeholders such as farmers, business owners, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and public institutions in the decision-making processes, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered and incorporated into our strategies.
• Capacity Building: Provide training and resources to strengthen the skills of LAG members, local stakeholders, and community representatives, enabling them to better engage in rural development initiatives and contribute to the sustainable growth of our region.
• Resource Mobilization: Identify and secure funding opportunities, both public and private, to support the implementation of LAG's rural development projects, and establish partnerships with relevant organizations to leverage their expertise and resources.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive Local Development Strategy (LDS) that reflects the unique needs, opportunities, and challenges of our region, and aligns with the goals and principles of the Rural Pact and the European Union's rural development policies.
• Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of LAG-funded projects, ensuring their timely completion, adherence to budget, and achievement of desired outcomes.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assess the impact of LAG's projects and activities on the well-being of our communities, the environment, and the local economy, and use these insights to inform future strategies and initiatives.
• Communication and Outreach: Promote the achievements of LAG and its partners to raise awareness of the benefits of sustainable rural development, and inspire other regions to adopt similar approaches.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed of the latest rural development trends, policies, and best practices, and actively seek feedback from LAG members and stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of our strategies and operations.

By fulfilling these commitments, I aim to make a lasting impact on the lives of rural residents in Romania and contribute to the overall success of the Rural Pact.

• Non-governmental / civil society organisation
• Private Business
• Public authority

• Rural development strategy
• Capacity Building

• Stakeholder Engagement: Establish an inclusive and participatory platform that brings together diverse local stakeholders to discuss their needs, ideas, and priorities for rural development.
• Local Development Strategy Creation: Develop and finalize a comprehensive Local Development Strategy (LDS) that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of our region, and aligns with the objectives of the Rural  Pact and the EU's rural development policies.
• Funding and Partnerships: Secure funding sources and establish strategic partnerships with relevant organizations to support the implementation of our LDS.
• Capacity Building Programs: Launch and complete the first round of capacity-building workshops, training sessions, and resources to empower LAG members, local stakeholders, and community representatives.
• Project Selection and Implementation: Complete the selection process for the first set of LAG-funded projects, initiate their implementation, and achieve the first successful completions.
• Monitoring and Evaluation Framework: Establish a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system to assess the impact of LAG's projects and activities on an ongoing basis.