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How does war affect the lives of young people? In 2022, when Russia’s full-scale invasion started, young Ukrainian Daria Pidkoshena realized that life in her country has turned upside down. Daria began volunteering in support of her countrymen. Currently, she lives in Kyiv, where she studies journalism and public relations at the National University of "Kyiv-Mohyla Academy". Do you remember the life before Russia's war in Ukraine? How was it? Well, the war had started in 2014, but we did not...

A small island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, a large community between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean, and a picturesque region stretching from mighty mountains to farmland, what do they have in common? These regions - the Azores in Portugal, Catalonia in Spain and Dalarna in Sweden - are three perfect examples of how innovation and cohesion can go hand in hand, thanks to the Regional Innovation Valleys (RIVs) initiative, one of the 25 actions of the New European Innovation Agenda...

The 22nd European Week of Regions and Cities included a session on 'The true cost of unhealthy urban environments: how healthy cities can save money', which dealt with the topic of living in cities and the impact on health. Healthy Cities, based in Barcelona (Spain), is a company that focuses on urban planning in regards to people's health and well-being. According to Marta Rofin, CEO of Healthy Cities, "there is a relationship between urban planning and health. We see health as a tool for urban...

Imagine having a business idea that won’t let you rest – a vision that could change the world but hasn’t gained traction yet. How do you bring that idea to life? Where do you find the inspiration, knowledge, and contacts to succeed? Thankfully, you don’t have to go it alone. The Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) programme has been helping young talents turn their dreams into reality by learning from experienced business leaders. This year, the programme celebrates a significant milestone –...

Four days of high-level policy sessions, workshops, participatory labs, an exhibition and regional tastings! Once again, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and the Committee of the Regions have joined forces to create this unique event that brings together regional representatives, policymakers, experts, and citizens to exchange on cohesion policy and build their networks! With many sessions fully booked, we thank all participants for their enthusiasm...

You can now register for the European Week of Regions and Cities 2024 with its motto "Empowering Communities," taking place in Brussels 7-10 October 2024. Discover the #EURegionsWeek programme and register now! Get ready to exchange ideas, connect with regions and cities across Europe, and expand your network and knowledge, all while keeping up with the latest developments in regional and cohesion policy. Explore over 100 sessions, including EU sessions, political workshops, participatory labs...

On 22 May, the European Commission's Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and the European Committee of the Regions welcomed the partners of this 22nd edition of the #EURegionsWeek. The meeting was dedicated to shaping this upcoming edition. Here is what to expect this year: 102 sessions focused on empowering regions; new innovative formats as PechaKucha, Living Library; Interactive Activities: Enjoy tastings and explore various stands showcasing regional delicacies; High-level EU...

The application process for the 2024 EURegionsWeek has come to an end. Congratulations to all selected partners! As challenging as it was to select the partners, we are pleased with both the quality and quantity of applications. EURegionsWeek 2024 will most definitely benefit from their contribution. We are looking forward to the upcoming partners' meeting on the 22 of May, which aims to equip selected partners with all the essential information to ensure this year's event is another great...

The call for partners for the EURegionsWeek 2024 is now closed. We received over 400 applications: thanks for your enthusiasm! The evaluation process is now ongoing and the list of retained partners will be communicated on 15 May. Successful applicants are kindly invited to save the date of 22 May 2024, when the partners' meeting will take place.

The deadline for applications to the EURegionsWeek 2024 has been extended to 05 April at 12:00 (Brussels time). All applicants will have more time to submit or modify their application. Resolved Issues: We have successfully addressed three key issues you were encountering in your application process: 1. Encoding of Speakers/Moderators/Collaborators: Your encoded data are securely saved in the system. Do not worry, even if it is not immediately visible for you in your application form, we have...