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European Commission presents new EU Agenda for Cities to strengthen urban development
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The European Commission has presented a series of measures aimed at helping cities improve quality of life, public services and environmental conditions. The new Agenda responds to the growing pressures faced by urban areas, including climate change, pollution, housing shortages and social inequalities.
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Funding available for digital innovations for rural-urban transformation – apply by 31 July
The EU-funded PoliRuralPlus project is looking to support applied digital innovation projects that address key rural-urban challenges through scalable, tech-driven solutions.
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- Rural Revitalisation Platform
New catalogue showcases 31 local solutions to talent and territorial challenges across EU regions
Explore a catalogue of 31 good practices tackling regional and thematic talent challenges across Europe! The publication, produced by the Talent Booster Mechanism working groups, highlights replicable initiatives implemented by local and regional authorities, and community organisations.
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- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Latest good practice
Connecting rural entrepreneurs in Skåne, Sweden, to the wider innovation ecosystem
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- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Small Lithuanian Culture Capitals: bringing arts and community-led culture to rural areas
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- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Student placements in rural Austria and Germany provide hands-on learning and boost local capacities
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- Rural Revitalisation Platform