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Beyond the narrative of rural decline: local responses to demographic change
Population decline, ageing and uneven migration are just some of the demographic challenges facing Europe’s rural and remote regions. But by focusing on quality of life, connectivity and inclusive development, demographic change can be an opportunity for stronger, more resilient communities.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
The future of rural Europe: making migration work for regions in decline
Migration, quality of life and targeted policies can help rural regions respond to demographic decline. These were the key messages from the PREMIUM_EU project’s final conference.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Castilla-La Mancha reverses demographic decline in depopulated rural areas through long-term policy commitment and territorial investment
The Spanish region Castilla-La Mancha had faced long-standing demographic challenges in its rural interior. Around three-quarters of its municipalities had lost population over recent decades, and many small towns’ population densities are far below the national average, reflecting sustained out-migration and population ageing.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Latest publications
Rural Vision Magazine | Edition 3
The third edition of the Rural Vision Magazine features a range of stakeholder voices on the most pressing developments around the EU rural vision and Pact in 2025.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Rural Vision Magazine | Edition 2
The second edition of the Magazine features a range of stakeholder voices on the most pressing developments around the EU’s rural vision and Pact in 2024.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Rural Vision Magazine | Edition 1
This first edition of the Rural Vision Magazine provides you with stories and information to inspire and drive progress in implementing the rural vision.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Latest good practice
Integrated regional housing strategy counters demographic change in rural Castilla y León, Spain
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Rural Growth Agreements support multi-level governance and local innovation in Norway
- Rural Pact
Strengthening local democracy and participation in rural Netherlands through a youth village council
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform