Resources
Explore insights, evidence and ideas from cities across Europe. From research, policy positions and reports to case studies, videos, podcasts and practical tools, discover resources that inform, inspire and support action on today’s urban challenges.
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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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Podcast: Let’s start with a home
Eurocities, in collaboration with the Housing First Europe Hub, has launched the podcast “Let’s Start with a Home”.
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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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Improving cities access to EU funding for housing
EU funding can help cities tackle the housing crisis, but only if it becomes easier to access and better aligned with local needs.
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Housing First in action: Insights from five European cities
In the Housing First model, housing provision is combined with intensive but voluntary support to ensure an individualised approach to exit homelessness. This report explains how Brno, Glasgow, Lisbon, Lyon Metropole, and Vantaa implemented this model.
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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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Survey of city governments: City innovation needs political recognition and long-term investment
The latest edition of the Eurocities Pulse Survey provides insights into local government innovation across Europe. Based on responses from 65 cities, the survey finds city governments recognise the need to innovative their administrations. However, to tackle urgent challenges such as climate change, they need ambitious political plans and long-term innovation investment.
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For an ambitious EU Framework on Climate Adaptation and Resilience
The Eurocities policy paper “For an ambitious EU Framework on Climate Adaptation and Resilience” lays out a comprehensive vision for strengthening urban resilience against the intensifying impacts of climate change. It emphasises the urgent need for a cohesive and ambitious EU Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan that aligns with other key initiatives.
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Report – Social Innovation Lab, 18-20 September 2024
The Social Innovation Lab 2024 provided participants with a platform to discuss shared challenges, exchange best practices, and co-develop strategies for affordable housing.
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EU Food Cities: policy and practices
Discover how the Food Trails project empowered 11 cities to transform urban food systems with innovative tools, pilot actions, and global collaboration.
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