Resources
From case studies to methodologies and tools, learn from other cities' experience.
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An urban compass for the European Pillar of Social Rights and its renewed Action Plan
This Eurocities’ report presents key proposals to ensure the EU’s next Action Plan for the European Pillar of Social Rights is more ambitious and responsive to the needs of city governments.
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Improving cities’ access to EU funding for housing
EU housing funds play a crucial role in supporting social and affordable housing, but they are not sufficiently targeted at local authorities. Cities face barriers in accessing these funds, limiting their ability to address the housing crisis. Stronger financial support and better access are urgently needed.
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Report on Mental health in cities: Beyond traditional healthcare services
This report focuses on mental health (Principle 16 of the European Pillar of Social Rights – Access to Health). It highlights how cities are creating policies and services that not only target mental health but also address the social factors, such as housing, employment and social inclusion, that greatly impact citizens’ wellbeing.
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Building a skilled and resilient workforce at the local level
In order both to achieve and to ensure the maximum socioeconomic value in achieving the goals of the European Green Deal, it is essential to ensure that Europe’s workforce is equipped with the skills that will allow them to thrive in green industries.
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Eurocities’ call to end gender-based violence in Europe
On 25 November, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, Eurocities mayors call for immediate and comprehensive action to address the alarming prevalence of gender-based violence in Europe.
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Will the Temporary Protection Directive provide clarity?
More than 4.1 million people from Ukraine benefited from the Temporary Protection Directive as of 31 July 2023. But what is its future? And what will the fate of other migrants be?
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Eurocities statement on women’s rights and gender equality
On the occasion of International Women’s Day on 8 March 2023, mayors from the Eurocities network reconfirm their commitment to secure women’s rights and achieve true gender equality.
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Fighting youth homelessness in cities
Young people are becoming more and more vulnerable to homelessness. Cities are acting with targeted services that take into account their age and circumstances.
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Gender equality lessons from cities
Eurocities publishes a report mapping cities’ existing policy measures that align with the European Pillar of Social Rights principles, including gender equality.
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A new decade of making cities disability-inclusive
A new Eurocities report, the fifth in a series, designed to collect evidence from cities concerning the implementation of the principles of the European Pillar of Social Rights, assesses the inclusion of people with disabilities.
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