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People of Eurocities: the value of a network
Laura Trujillo Parra, Rens Jonker and Jochem Cooiman have been selected as part of the People of Eurocities initiative, recognising members who have made a lasting contribution to the network.
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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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Setting out the path to a sustainable future for urban food policy
Now more than ever, cities are playing a role in food system transformation.
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Attracting international talent in cities
Cities are thinking strategically about attracting international experts and how to match people with a migrant background with jobs that suit their skill sets.
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European cities want more ambitious climate targets
Open letter to the European Council: city leaders speak in favour of emission reduction targets up to 65% by 2030 with EU support and a legally binding target of at least 55% for member states.
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City news: Guimaraes public art concept
Guimaraes is embarking on a three year project to liven up some of its public spaces by working with local people through arts and culture.
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Automated vehicles at the service of people
Automated vehicles are the new cool toy in town, but how can cities make the most of this technology?
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Cities play a key role in building back better
Building back better post-pandemic will mean focussing on putting people first to create a more social Europe and addressing challenges, such as the 'new urban poor' - this was the topic of discussion at Eurocities recent high-level digital conference.
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Making the case for higher climate ambition
Signed by 47 organisations representing over 2,700 cities, 330 regions, €62 trillion in investment portfolio, more than 800 companies and 330 NGOs, the joint letter clearly expresses the desire of European stakeholders to have the EU’s 2030 climate target substantially increased.
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City news: Ghent hopes to offer electric car charging every 500 metres
The Flemish city hopes to boost electric vehicle usage with an increase of 100 new charging points.
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Investing in our youth
From the disruption of their schooling, development of social skills and overall mental health and well-being, the pandemic has had a strong impact on children and young people. Council Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council shared her thoughts with national ministries and the European Commission at the 13th EU Forum on Children’s Rights.
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