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Council of Europe recommendation on the social, economic and political participation of rural youth
Tailor-made policies and programmes for rural areas are needed to remove barriers to the social, economic and political participation of rural youth, and create new opportunities, calls the new recommendation of the Council of Europe to Member States.
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EU agricultural and bioeconomy sectors will benefit from EUR 3 billion in loans
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has announced a EUR 3 billion financing package for agriculture, forestry and fisheries across Europe. The EIB Group loans will be matched by other financial institutions, unlocking around EUR 8.4 billion of long-term investments for the bioeconomy sector.
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Young farmers, what are the challenges to accessing the farming sector? Have your say!
Young and aspiring new farmers are invited to participate in a survey on the challenges of accessing the farming sector. Your insights will feed into a study on generational renewal in agriculture – have your say by 24 March 2025!
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Upcoming events
International seminar for leaders of rural youth work
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Latest publications
Highlights Report | Good Practice Webinar: ‘Rural youth participation in policymaking'
This highlights report summarises the key messages and discussions at the dedicated Good Practice Webinar of 24 April 2024, hosted online by the Rural Pact Support Office.
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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.
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Latest good practice
Training project promotes rural youth entrepreneurship and digital skills in six European countries
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Community-led forestry project promotes social inclusion and mental well-being in rural Czechia
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- Rural Revitalisation Platform
Social enterprise boosts sustainable tourism while preserving agricultural traditions in rural Malta
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