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Welcome to Eurocities 2025 Braga
The Eurocities Conference 2025 takes place in Braga on 4-6 June. Ahead of the event, we spoke to Ricardo Rio, Mayor of Braga, to learn what’s planned and how the city is getting ready to inspire cities from across Europe.
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Finland’s strategic city-government alliance is driving national growth
Sometimes the biggest change doesn’t come from a new policy or project, but from changing how decisions are made in the first place, which is exactly what Finland has done.
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How Nice is redefining care for older citizens
Nice is running solidarity restaurants offering something more than just food. But this story isn’t about just a food programme. It’s about rethinking how cities treat older residents – not as burdens, but as essential, vibrant members of the community.
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Ageing cities: Rethinking care and urban life
At the recent Eurocities Social Affairs Forum in Amsterdam, city leaders, civil society organisations, and EU policymakers gathered to ask the hard questions: How can cities remain engines of equity and innovation in the face of ageing and economic disruption? What does it mean to design urban life that ensures the dignity of older adults, a fair future for younger generations and inclusive opportunities for new arrivals?
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Cities call for social priorities to be high on the EU agenda
At the Eurocities 'Cities Social Summit,' mayors called on the EU to give cities a stronger role in shaping the European Pillar of Social Rights. Sara Funaro, Mayor of Florence, also signed the 100th city pledge to act on the Pillar's principles.
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Cities invest €15bn to strengthen social rights – but need more EU support
Europe’s cities have invested over €15bn to boost social inclusion, reduce inequality and improve essential services. But stronger EU backing is required to drive this work. City leaders are calling for direct EU funding and a key role in shaping the European Pillar of Social Rights.
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Eurocities Awards 2025: Celebrating city heroes and inspiring urban initiatives
This year's Eurocities awards showcase cities innovative approaches to improving life for their residents and building a just, resilient future for Europe. Ahead of the awards ceremony on 5 June, discover the shortlisted individuals and city initiatives.
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Stronger urban economies and clean industries for better jobs
As one of the key priorities for a better Europe, city leaders are calling for a greater role in shaping policies that empower cities to drive clean industries, foster innovation and create quality jobs.
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A new urban compass for the European Pillar of Social Rights
Taking place at the European Parliament on 26 March, this meeting will discuss the future of the European Pillar of Social Rights and local governments' essential role in its implementation.
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Digital and green solutions for all
Espoo, Rotterdam, Turin, Madrid and Lodz present their initiatives to ensure the digital transformation and the green transition leave nobody behind.
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Empowering the next generation of urban leaders
Eurocities Next Generation Academy is a pioneering initiative to empower young urban changemakers. This autumn, the Academy held its first two events in Vilnius and San Sebastián, focusing on sustainable mobility and attracting young talent.
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Ensuring EU investments meet cities’ needs
Among their 10 priorities for a better Europe, cities leaders call for better access to EU funding and resources, to tackle major challenges like climate change and social inequality.
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