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From COP28 to cities, culture’s role in climate action
International initiatives involve local authorities to prove the cultural sector is a player in climate policy, planning and action.
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COP28: Europe’s cities demand EU 2040 reduction target of at least 90%
As COP28 continues, Europe's cities have called on the EU to commit to at least a 90% net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. A new Eurocities policy statement outlines how the EU must collaborate with cities to achieve this urgent goal.
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“My name is not doll”: cities against gender-violence
Across Europe, different urban initiatives are pursuing the same goals: rooting out misogyny and gender-based crimes while supporting survivors.
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Reality vs fabrication: who is behind the information we consume
In an era increasingly defined by the omnipresence of artificial intelligence, the distinction between human-generated content and that crafted by digital technologies becomes ever more elusive.
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From COP28 to cities, culture’s role in climate action
International initiatives involve local authorities to prove the cultural sector is a player in climate policy, planning and action.
3 minute read -
“My name is not doll”: cities against gender-violence
Across Europe, different urban initiatives are pursuing the same goals: rooting out misogyny and gender-based crimes while supporting survivors.
6 minute read -
Reality vs fabrication: who is behind the information we consume
In an era increasingly defined by the omnipresence of artificial intelligence, the distinction between human-generated content and that crafted by digital technologies becomes ever more elusive.
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In cities, the tide is rising against gender violence
From prevention to crisis centres, cities are multiplying efforts to tackle crimes against women. Here's a look at Eurocities members' initiatives as part of the international campaign to end gender-based violence.
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Nets4Dem: Innovating European democracy, together
European and global organisations committed to advancing democratic innovation are coming together for the Nets4Dem project. This unprecedented initiative, which includes Eurocities, will build the infrastructure needed to strengthen democracy across Europe.
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Stockholm has a new (tough) plan to ban polluting vehicles
Chirping birds instead of honking cars? The Swedish capital will soon impose "the most ambitious" low-emission zone to date, triggering a positive ripple effect on life quality in town.
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EU Ukraine Facility must ensure funding and assistance for cities
The EU's €50 billion Ukraine Facility has huge potential to help the recovery of Ukraine in the coming years. To ensure it proves effective, Ukraine's local leaders must be given the support they need to rebuild sustainable local communities.
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Cities: one piece of the puzzle of climate neutrality
Although more and more EU cities are setting climate-neutral targets, policies and regulations governing climate action are often dictated from above. Innovative governance models are needed to align local, national and European interests.
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Eurocities welcomes ten new Social Heroes in 2023
Ten cities have joined others in committing explicitly to the European Pillar of Social Rights in 2023, emphasising their role in creating a fairer Europe.
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Ending youth homelessness in our cities
Youth homelessness is increasing in cities across Europe. To respond to this crisis, Eurocities has developed a new report outlining the vision of cities to support homeless young people, and the ambitious actions required at EU, national and local levels of government to bring about change.
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