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Cities need EU and national support to deliver lower urban speeds
European cities are proving that lower urban speeds save lives and create safer, healthier and more liveable streets. But cities need EU and national support to deliver Vision Zero.
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Investing in Europe starts with cities: Ghent’s neighbourhood-first lesson
New ESPON URDICO research shows how EU funding is helping the city of Ghent connect climate action, housing, mobility and social inclusion. Ghent's experience demonstrates that EU investment works best when cities are directly involved in shaping funding around local needs.
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From ad hoc response to strategic resilience: how cities prepare for migration and population change
Housing, participation, communication and trust: how cities are moving from crisis response to resilient inclusion strategies.
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The future of the European Social Fund is at stake
The first episode of Eurocities' new podcast series, 'Cities with no margins', examines the future of ESF+ and why cities must have a stronger voice in social funding.
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Are proposed EU economic and fiscal reforms enough?
The European Union’s fiscal and economic framework is going to see big revisions. However, some crucial elements remain missing.
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Eradicating violence against women together
Municipalities are committed to raising public awareness of gender inequalities and domestic violence and supporting and protecting victims.
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A long-term strategy to eradicate gender violence
In Nantes, 12,000 women are victims of physical and/or sexual violence every year, and 550 children are co-victims. But the municipality is committed to stepping in to reduce those numbers through awareness and actions.
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EU Commissioner Schmit on the social economy
Read and watch our interview with Nicolas Schmit, the European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, who speaks about his Social Economy Action plan.
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Vienna’s Strategy to prevent gender-based violence
Knowing the fight against gender-based violence is a long-term process, the City of Vienna has intensified its efforts in recent years.
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On the right path to zero-emission mobility
Reaching carbon neutrality won't be possible without a sweeping transformation of mobility systems, said participants of the Eurocities Mobility Forum who met in Antwerp from 16 to 18 November. City leaders and transport experts also weighed the pros and cons of digital transport and how to encourage its development.
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Refugees are an opportunity for cities – an interview with Leipzig’s Deputy Mayor
To the city of Leipzig, migrants are an opportunity for growth, they promote diversity, bring new ideas and contribute to the betterment of society.
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Towards stability and growth for cities
Europe needs stability and growth, but is the Stability and Growth Pact holding it back from achieving this?
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How to integrate undocumented migrants? An interview with Zurich’s Head of Integration Office
Zurich wants to create a safe environment for all citizens and refugees alike. Being undocumented is often a barrier, but the city has a plan to integrate everyone.
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A ‘Good Move’ to turn cars away from Brussels
Redirecting traffic from the city centre will encourage active mobility, clear the air and increase quality of life. This is the ambitious goal of the 'Good Move' plan in Brussels, no matter how hard it will be to get there, says Elke van den Brandt, the Brussels Capital Region's Minister of Mobility, Public Works and Road Safety.
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