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Cultural professionals in cities are co-creators of democracy
Ahead of her keynote at the Eurocities Culture Forum in Gothenburg, Karin Dalborg, CEO of Nätverkstan, explains why cities’ cultural institutions and the professionals who run them play an important role in protecting democratic life.
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Cities stand with LGBTI+ people in Türkiye
Eurocities stands with the LGBTQI+ communities targeted by raids carried out across Türkiye this September.
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Cities back European Affordable Housing Act, but need more powers to protect neighbourhoods
Europe’s city leaders have welcomed the EU’s first European Affordable Housing Plan and its focus on boosting housing supply and tackling housing stress. But they warn parts of the proposal could limit cities’ ability to address local housing pressures and the impacts of short-term rentals.
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“We already know many solutions that work for cities”
Eurocities spoke with CINEA about how cities can get involved in projects and programmes on sustainable mobility.
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Ghent hosts cities for an end to the energy crisis
The energy crisis has been tough on people living in cities. However, cities are acting fast to combat this crisis. At the 2023 Eurocities Environment Forum, cities from all over Europe gathered for dialogue and inspiration.
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How to initiate the fight against dirty air
Air pollution is the leading cause of premature death worldwide. One way cities can address the complexity of air pollution sources is by increasingly relying on their residents for community-led monitoring.
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Fourteen months of war in Ukraine
Russia's illegal war in Ukraine has now raged on for 14 months, devastating cities and the lives of people. Europe's cities have been quick to offer ongoing support to their Ukrainian counterparts and host refugees fleeing the conflict.
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From culture to energy, cities lead the way
With their actions fostering a sustainable shift in culture and the energy transition, local governments are key EU allies, the President of Eurocities said at two high-level events hosted by the European Commission.
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Accessing Danish digital public services with Muni
Meet Muni, the friendly chatbot implemented by 37 Danish municipalities to help residents access digital public services with ease. Created as part of a collaborative effort, the chatbot will soon include voice technology to provide a more inclusive and accessible service to all citizens.
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Eurocities Awards for sustainability, community and youth
This year’s awards showcase municipalities’ unique approach to tackle global challenges at a time when multiple crises threaten our future. Discover the finalists ahead of the awards ceremony on 14 June.
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It all starts with the resident
Utrecht joined the UCC project to exchange practices and learn from other peer municipalities. The city is currently optimising its website following a user-friendly approach and working on an open-source solution such as a virtual assistant developed with 22 municipalities within the Netherlands.
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Next stop: a friendlier and greener Valencia
The journey towards sustainable urban mobility requires a new vision, political will and a change of mindset at the local level. Valencia has been working on this for the past eight years to make a smarter and friendlier city.
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After the Paris ban, what’s next for e-scooters?
Reckless driving, poor parking, lack of safety, conflict with other users...whichever grievances prompted Parisians to vote out shared e-scooters last Sunday, it was the same set of concerns that municipalities across Europe struggle with. Will other cities follow Paris' example?
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Cities ignite innovation at the Economic Development Forum
The nature and goals of a strong economy, and the path to achieving it are far from self evident. At the Eurocities Economic Development Forum 2023, cities banded together to work towards an economy that is inclusive, just, innovative and sustainable.
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