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Spanish LAGs endorse Jerez Declaration calling for a stronger future for LEADER
Representatives of rural territories, Local Action Groups (LAGs) and rural development networks from across Spain have endorsed the Jerez Declaration calling for a stronger role for rural areas and LEADER/Community-led Local Development (CLLD) in the EU's future policy framework.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
LEADER as a driver of social resilience in rural communities
A recent workshop in Lithuania explored the role of Local Action Groups (LAGs) in building social resilience in rural communities. It highlighted the importance of investment in local governance, community engagement, capacity building and cross-sector cooperation to allow rural communities to anticipate and navigate crises.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
JRC report analyses territorial strategies in 2021-2027 EU cohesion policy
A new publication from the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) looks at the implementation of integrated territorial development strategies during the 2021-2027 programming period. The analysis finds that while sustainable urban development strategies remain a central focus, a significant share of initiatives target mixed urban-rural geographies.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Latest publications
Good Practice Brochure ‘Rural housing’
The second edition of the Rural Pact Good Practice Brochure explores how integrated policies, strong local partnerships and place-based solutions can address rural housing challenges while contributing to social inclusion, energy efficiency and territorial cohesion.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Highlights report | Good Practice Webinar on territorial instruments (LEADER/CLLD, Integrated Territorial Investments and Smart Villages)
This highlights report summarises the main messages, lessons learned and examples presented during the Rural Pact Good Practice Webinar on territorial instruments held on 22 April 2026.
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
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
Latest good practice
Smart Villages in rural Romania: building local capacity for community-led strategies
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Small Lithuanian Culture Capitals: bringing arts and community-led culture to rural areas
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Student placements in rural Austria and Germany provide hands-on learning and boost local capacities
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform