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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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Addressing migrant women’s needs in local integration strategies
Migrant women face unique barriers in integration. Cities must build trust, empower leadership, and co-design inclusive services to trully support them.
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Democracy begins in cities: How local action can reinvigorate Europe
From Leipzig to Lodz, local leaders are driving democratic innovation, digital resilience, and inclusive governance amid rising global authoritarianism. The Eurocities Leipzig declaration on local democracy shares local leaders’ commitment to uphold democratic values.
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The role of cities in achieving EU food waste reduction goals
Cities like Guimaraes, Lille Metropole, and Tallinn are leading innovative initiatives to reduce food waste, shaping EU targets and proving local action can drive global change.
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Get ready for Eurocities 2025 Braga!
Registrations are open for Eurocities Conference 2025 in Braga. Join us from 4-6 June to discuss how cities and the EU can together build a more resilient and just future for Europe.
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Cities step up to the challenge of climate democracy
At the Nets4Dem Climate Democracy Lab in Grenoble, hosted by Eurocities and Grenoble Alpes Metropole, cities tested new ways to give residents a direct say in their climate action policies.
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Cities unite to drive a digital future for everyone
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025, held on 2-4 April in Bordeaux Metropole, gathered over 120 city leaders and digital experts to discuss cities' role in digital transformation, focusing on how to safeguard digital rights, inclusivity and security.
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Rome plays sustainably
During the Six Nations Rugby Championship in Rome, another important campaign made its mark off the field. #RomaGiocaSostenibile, Rome Plays Sustainably, is a public awareness campaign designed to tackle traffic congestion and air pollution around major sporting events.
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Vilnius named the 2025 European Green Capital
Vilnius has been named the European Green Capital for 2025. This prestigious title recognises the Lithuanian capital’s dedication to sustainability, climate action, and smart urban development.
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Eurocities Digital Forum places digital rights at the heart of cities
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025: “Digital rights at the heart of cities” is hosted by Bordeaux Metropole and taking place on 2-4 April 2025. The event will provide cities with the opportunity to exchange best practices, strengthen their advocacy towards EU institutions, and explore innovative digital governance models.
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