The REGIOSTARS awards, Europe's mark of excellence for projects and initiatives funded by Cohesion Policy, have announced the 30 finalists across six thematic categories, among which a number of rural projects are nominated. Discover them and support them with your vote!
The Harnessing Talent Platform of the European Commission is live offering new opportunities for rural areas. It is a Hub to share info, best practices, collaboration and funding opportunities for regions with declining working-age populations. Learn more.
During the #EURegionsWeek taking place on 9-12 October 2023 in Brussels, there will be a number of dedicated sessions to address outstanding topics relevant to the Rural Vision, such as rural funding opportunities, talent retention, the success of the LEADER programme success, and digital connectivity. See you in Brussels!
Rural Pact members have launched five dedicated Community Groups within the Rural Pact Community Platform to collaborate, share info, and launch joined initiatives aligned with the Rural Vision. Find out which topics are already covered and see how you can actively contribute!
The Rural Pact Support Office is hosting a Good Practice Webinar on 24 October, from 09:00 to 13:00 CEST. The event involves cooperation with the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy. Express your interest to participate by the 29 September at the latest.
The plenary sessions of the High-Level Rural Policy Forum will be livestreamed. Do not miss it!
RURALPLAN aims to deliver high quality research to produce evidence on how strategic planning in rural areas should best respond to the multi-faceted phenomena of shrinking. Apply before the 13 October 2023.
The latest monthly agri-food trade report shows developments in imports and exports of EU agri-food products in May 2023.
Workshop: Brussels (11 October 2023)
Information on EU fertilisers market developments (price, trade, use etc.), based on latest data and reflections of market experts within the European Commission.
The Rural Pact Support Office is excited to share 10 inspiring good practices developed by various rural communities across the EU. These practices showcase innovative approaches to rural development, encouraging members of the Rural Pact Community to learn from successful examples and implement similar strategies in their own regions.
ACCTING, funded by HORIZON 2020, is supporting innovative projects to reduce inequalities and negative impacts on vulnerable groups as part of the European Green Deal.
The Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) programme was launched in 2021 and will run for seven years until 2027. It was created along with the 2021-2027 Justice programme under the Justice, Rights and Values Fund.
As the holiday season kicks into high gear, many people are seeking respite in tourist destinations that offer unique experiences and a connection with nature.
How is health care delivered in your rural area? Do you have a family doctor in your village? How far are you from an emergency centre and acute specialist services?
In rural areas across Europe, young people often encounter the harsh reality of unemployment and limited educational prospects, leaving them at risk of social exclusion, in particular for those identified as NEETs (Not in Employment, Education, or Training).
The European Commission has funded a study that evaluated the contribution of the European Network for Rural Development (ENRD) and National Rural Networks (NRNs) in implementing EU Rural Development Policy.
WELCOMING SPACES, a four-year project funded by Horizon 2020, aims to tackle the dual challenge of revitalising shrinking regions in the EU while creating inclusive environments for non-EU migrants. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, the project investigates successful revitalisation approaches through geographical context, institutional frameworks, discourse, and the interactions between locals and migrants.
Euromontana has released its annual booklet of good practices for 2023, featuring 11 inspiring initiatives from across Europe. These initiatives were collected by Euromontana in 2022 to highlight projects that drive change and promote sustainable transformation in mountain areas.
