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From disaster to design: cities and climate resilience
Cities have plans and experience. New research shows how the Climate Resilience Framework can close the gap between ambition and delivery.
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How European cities are making AI work for people
As AI becomes part of everyday urban life, cities are asking not just what the technology can do, but how it can improve people’s lives. From data spaces to digital skills, local governments are building the trust, tools and safeguards needed to make AI work for everyone.
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Making automated mobility work for European cities and people
Automated vehicles deliver the most public value when they extend the transport network rather than compete with it.
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No cities, no delivery: the battle over the EU’s next budget
Cities warn EU leaders: without a real role in the next 7‑year EU budget, Europe risks failing on climate, housing and competitiveness.
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Countless reasons to join UNITES
Migration integration is high on cities’ agenda. Initiatives like the new UNITES project help them to exchange ideas and best practices to fine-tune integration strategies. Zaragoza, Oulu and Dusseldorf explain why they joined the Eurocities-led scheme.
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A rainbow of cities
From swimming pools to international exchanges, cities all over Europe are showing their support for LGBTQI+ rights during the June Pride Month.
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Alternative fuels charging: cities and regions ask for bigger role
Ready to do more: in a joint letter, Eurocities and other local networks urge EU policymakers to be granted more responsibilities in the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructures.
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Tilburg’s key to integrating unaccompanied minors
Tilburg follows a successful integration method for unaccompanied minors. The pillars are tailor support and a holistic approach for a smooth transition from childhood to adulthood.
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How to secure funds to welcome all refugees? An interview with MEP Damian Boeselager
The Ukrainian crisis shows no signs of improvement and the need for more funding for cities is urgent. We spoke to MEP Damian Boeselager about the EU Parliament's efforts to secure more funding for cities.
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In Espoo, Eurocities opens an era of new beginnings
The Eurocities annual conference is underway in Finland’s Espoo, with local leaders inviting to counter climate and political challenges with daring steps. City officials’ secret card? Young people.
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Shaping the city of your dreams
Five youngsters tell their experience mentoring their local leaders before Eurocities Annual Conference, where they will present recommendations for the future.
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Cities sharing to improve users’ experience
While we wait to find out the winner of the UserCentriCities awards, Murcia’s Digital Officer, Kasper van Hout tells us why it is important that cities get this recognition.
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Cities working towards inclusive care systems for all
At the Eurocities Social Affairs Forum, held this week in Barcelona, participants shared insights on the challenges faced by social care systems, while also committing to investing in inclusive services.
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Interview with EU Commissioner Nicolas Schmit
An interview with European Commissioner Nicolas Schmit on Europe's main challenges when it comes to welcoming Ukrainian refugees and what the EU is doing to support cities.
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