Freedom to stay: how to tackle demographic challenge from a regional perspective

Ageing, depopulation and “talent development traps” are increasingly affecting more and more regions in the EU. The Letta Report introduces the concept of “freedom to stay”, which underlines the need to ensure that people have a real choice to remain in their home regions and communities, rather than being forced to move due to economic, social or demographic pressures. The goal of this political debate will be discussing the demographic challenges and possible solutions to address. The session will be held in two panels: 1) Political debate-3 speakers 2) Sharing best practices-3 speakers 4 members of the CoR and one YEP are confirmed and the gender balance is guaranteed