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100+ initiatives, 60 cities, one commitment: low-carbon and inclusive culture in action
A new Eurocities catalogue showcases 100+ city initiatives putting the Lille Call to Action into practice, demonstrating how culture can drive low-carbon transformation and inclusion, and inviting more cities to join the growing group of 60 signatories.
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Eurocities Academy: Practical tools for Urban Food Policy
People need better access to healthy food. This is how the Eurocities Academy helps cities act with practical tools and peer learning.
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“Vulnerabilities are often at the local level, and local actors know best where they are”
Raluca Painter, Head of Unit for the Social Climate Fund at the European Commission, speaks about how local governments are involved in the design and implementation of national social climate plans.
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Young leaders focus on ‘future skills’ in Dublin
How can cities adapt to AI, tackle the climate crisis and stay attractive to young people? Eurocities Next Generation Academy in Dublin gathered young professionals to develop practical solutions.
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Mayors take action on women’s rights
A new Eurocities statement commits cities to continue empowering women at a time when more women are being put at risk of poverty and social exclusion due to the rising cost of living.
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Cities pledge support on Turkish earthquake
A new Eurocities committee will explore direct support for Turkish cities affected by the recent earthquake, including material aid for immediate needs but also longer-term support for sustainable and resilient reconstruction.
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Eurocities members shortlisted for top mobility award
They excelled at promoting sustainable mobility during the 2022 European Mobility Week. Now they’re the frontrunners in the namesake mobility prize. What made Braga, Zagreb and Sofia stand out?
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One year on, sombre events mark war in Ukraine
As buildings continue to crumble, and people's lives remain at constant risk, cities and mayors across Europe rally behind Ukraine to observe a difficult milestone.
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The Ukraine war story you haven’t heard about
Amid ruins and despair in Ukraine, European cities are holding the candle of solidarity. Beyond the battlefields, the flame of hope is alive.
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A user-centric approach
What is the role of Milan in creating a user-centric system? What is the key to their success?
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More than 300 generators sent to Ukraine
Thanks to the efforts of cities across the Eurocities network and through the Generators of Hope campaign, launched in coordination with the European Parliament, electrical equipment and other supplies are continuing to be sent to Ukraine.
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Tallinn sets sustainability governance trend
The Mayor of Tallinn has a vision for sustainable, resilient and inclusive cities - and he's bringing former European Green Capitals on board.
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Cities rally earthquake solidarity
Cities around Europe are rallying in support of those affected by Turkey's devastating earthquake.
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When in Rome, do as the Romans do
Last Sunday, Italy and France's rugby teams faced off against each other in Rome. A few hours earlier, rugby fans fought a different battle against traffic and pollution: they walked, cycled and took public transport to the Olympic stadium.
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