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SUMMARY:Civil Society Week
DESCRIPTION:The European Civil Society Week is a major EU-level forum bringing together civil society organisations\, policymakers\, and grassroots actors to respond to growing social\, democratic\, and territorial challenges across Europe. For Local Action Groups\, the event is particularly relevant as it focuses on strengthening civic engagement\, social inclusion\, and trust in democratic institutions while addressing inequalities between regions and generations. Organised around the themes of opportunities\, security\, and resilience\, and aligned with key European Commission priorities\, the week will showcase debates and participatory sessions on how local communities can better involve citizens\, counter polarisation\, support vulnerable groups\, and contribute to a more cohesive and democratic Europe\, including in rural and peripheral areas. \nRegistrations are currently open – see link below. \nThe following sessions will be especially intersting for LAGs: \n\nWhat holds us together? The power of social cohesion – Monday the 2nd at 14:00\nWhen the system stops delivering: housing\, inequality and Europe’s social contract – Monday the 2nd at 16:15\nWorkshop: participate\, propose\, progress – social resilience\nCivil Society Strategy and Platform – what is next? – Wednesday the 4th at 11:00
URL:https://elard.eu/event/civil-society-week/
LOCATION:European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Institutionnal
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260227T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
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SUMMARY:Roundtable: water for food and resilient territories
DESCRIPTION:Irrigants d’Europe- IE\, the  ANBI – National Association of Consortia for the Management and Protection of Land and Irrigated Waters\, CERSTE\, and the Parliamentary Intergroup for Southern Development – Fragile Areas and Minor Islands\, is organising an in-depth initiative dedicated to water policies and rural governance. \n\nThe meeting\, entitled “Water for Food and Resilient Territories” will be held in hybrid format in Brussels on Tuesday\, March 24\, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at European Parliament\, Spinelli Building\, Room SPINELLI 1H1\, participation upon registration. \n\nThe discussion will address water as a critical resource closely tied to strategic infrastructures and a driver of sustainable growth\, moving beyond a sectoral approach to highlight its function as an integrated territorial management system: from agricultural irrigation and food security to soil protection\, the prevention of hydrogeological instability and the protection of water resources its selves. \nParticular attention will be given to enabling priorities to achieve a real water resilience as engineering and technological solutions -efficient irrigation networks\, multi-purpose reservoirs\, monitoring and control systems\, and water reuse- as essential tools for a planned\, sustainable\, and measurable approach to water governance. \nThis round table aims to contribute to a coherent European water policy aligned with the CAP\, the Green Deal\, and Cohesion Policy\, supporting economic growth\, competitiveness\, and employment—while strengthening rural areas as pillars of the Union’s productive and territorial stability. \nNOTE: In-person seating is limited; please wait for confirmation from the organizer before purchasing flights or accommodations. All registered attendees will receive a link to the online streaming of the event. \n\nRegister in the link in the “details” section below. \n  \nDOWLNOAD THE FULL PROGRAMME
URL:https://elard.eu/event/roundtable-water-for-food-and-resilient-territories/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Room 1G2\, Brussels\, Belgium
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20260212T091321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T092826Z
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SUMMARY:Brokerage event - 'Innovating for competitive\, resilient and sustainable agriculture and rural areas'
DESCRIPTION:The EU CAP Network brokerage event ‘Innovating for competitive\, resilient and sustainable agriculture and rural areas’ will take place in Warsaw\, Poland\, on 25 and 26 February 2026. A call for expression of interest was open until 10 December 2025\, 23:59 CET. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn recent years\, the EU CAP Network brokerage events have successfully supported the development of high-quality Horizon Europe proposals\, strengthened links between research\, practice and advisory services\, and created lasting collaborations across the EU. Building on this experience\, the 2026 edition will focus on networking and developing ideas around key priorities from the Horizon Europe Cluster 6 Work Programme for 2026\, focusing on topics that require a multi-actor approach. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to meet peers working on similar challenges\, present short teasers of their project ideas\, and explore partnerships for future collaboration. The event will also highlight additional European\, national and regional funding opportunities that can support innovation in agriculture\, forestry and rural areas. \n\nMore about the event on the link below.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/brokerage-event-innovating-for-competitive-resilient-and-sustainable-agriculture-and-rural-areas/
LOCATION:Warsaw\, Poland
CATEGORIES:External
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20260212T091050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T091131Z
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SUMMARY:European Rural Youth Forward Conference 2026 – “From Vision to Action”
DESCRIPTION:This high-level event is organised by Rural Youth Europe in collaboration with EPA! –  Rural Youth of Spain\, and will bring together around 100 participants\, including rural youth leaders\, representatives of youth-led and young farmer’s organisations\, and European policy-makers. The conference is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union and the European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe. \nRegistration is now closed.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/european-rural-youth-forward-conference-2026-from-vision-to-action/
LOCATION:Asturias
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260213T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20260202T084255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T091640Z
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SUMMARY:Empowering rural futures: the right to stay in rural areas
DESCRIPTION:This event is hybrid and in person – watch live on the link in the “details” section below.  \nWhat makes a rural community a good place to live\, work\, run a business\, start a family and grow old? What are the key strengths of rural areas? What can be done to help overcome the barriers facing people in rural areas e.g. transport\, housing\, digital connectivity\, lack of services and isolation? \nAs Europe faces mounting demographic and territorial imbalances\, the European Commission is advancing a transformative agenda to reaffirm the right to stay as a cornerstone of territorial cohesion and inclusive development. The upcoming EU Strategy on the “Right to Stay” will seek to ensure rural populations can envision viable futures in their communities\, supported by robust infrastructure\, services\, and economic opportunities. Central to this vision is also the Strategy for Generational Renewal in Agriculture\, unveiled in October 2025\, which aims to double the share of young farmers in the EU by 2040. \nThis conference will explore how these two strategic pillars—the right to stay and generational renewal—can be jointly leveraged to revitalize rural regions. It will highlight the need for multisectoral approaches. By aligning EU\, national\, and regional policies\, the session will showcase pathways to empower rural youth\, sustain farming traditions\, and foster innovation in Europe’s countryside.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/empowering-rural-futures-the-right-to-stay-in-rural-areas/
LOCATION:European Committee of the Regions\, Rue Belliard 101\, Brussels\, 1040
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260122T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260122T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T092235Z
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SUMMARY:'How the next MFF can evolve in 2026' - an LDNet webinar
DESCRIPTION:The last event of LDnet 2025 webinar series\, which took place on 4.12.2025\, was titled “In what direction can the next MFF evolve in 2026?”. The webinar was a great success (see the summary\, full recording and speakers’ presentations HERE) but due to limited time it wasn’t possible to take on board all the questions and ideas of the discussants. Participants have expressed a keen interest in continuing the discussion on the challenges ahead. \nA follow-up event that will aim for maximum involvement from participants is planned for Thursday 22 January\, 16:30 – 18:00 CET. It will be an opportunity to exchange on how the Commission’s proposals should be improved to capitalise on the rich experience of EU territorial tools and to ensure a strong role for local communities. \n  \nThe draft agenda of the event is: \n16.30 – 16.35 Welcoming words by LDnet Chair\, Peter Ramsden \n16.35 – 16.45 Short recapitulation of the previous webinar’s key points (Serafin Pazos Vidal and Urszula Budzich-Tabor) \n16.45 – 17.50 Discussion moderated by Pedro Brosei and Urszula Budzich-Tabor\, focusing on the following questions: \n– What are the opportunities and challenges for local communities of the MFF proposals published in July? \n– What are the key points around which the policy debate should focus in 2026\, and what specific changes should be advocated from a local perspective? \n– Who can be potential allies of local development stakeholders in this debate? \n17.50 – 18.00 Closing comments by Peter Ramsden \n  \nRegister on the link below.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/how-the-next-mff-can-evolve-in-2026-an-ldnet-webinar/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250924T121540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T135439Z
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SUMMARY:International training: Rural Youth Empowerment: Unlocking Erasmus+ & European Solidarity Corps 2.0
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of an organisation or informal group in a LAG area? Want to empower rural youth and explore Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps opportunities? Interested in meeting international partners? Then apply for the training “Rural Youth Empowerment: Unlocking Erasmus+ & European Solidarity Corps 2.0”! \nThe target group of this training are people from EU countries who work at a LEADER Local Action Group (LAG) or are directly involved with the LEADER programme. The aim of the training is to introduce EU Youth Programmes Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps funding opportunities to organizations working with rural youth because youth living in remote rural areas are one of the priority groups for the programmes. \nThe event also offers opportunity for networking and finding international partners. \nRegister soon! Only 30 spots available! \nNo time for the four day seminar? Join the online seminar instead on October 2nd. More here.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/international-training-rural-youth-empowerment-unlocking-erasmus-european-solidarity-corps-2-0/
LOCATION:Bucharest\, Romania
CATEGORIES:External,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250908T073338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T092256Z
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SUMMARY:Rural areas and communities in the post-2027 EU budget and policies (policy action lab)
DESCRIPTION:The Rural Pact Support Office\, together with the European Commission\, is organising  the Policy Action Lab ‘Rural areas and communities in the post-2027 EU budget and policies’ (Brussels\, Belgium\, 5 November 2025). \nThe event targets primarily policymakers at EU\, national and regional levels in charge of designing\, implementing and monitoring policies with an impact on rural areas – in particular the Cohesion Policy and the Common Agricultural Policy. Rural stakeholders involved in advocacy and representing the voice of rural communities will also be invited. \nThis full-day event will gather approximately 100 stakeholders to: \n\nEnable an understanding of the implications (risks and opportunities) of the EU budget proposals and facilitate a positive negotiation outcome for rural areas;\nFacilitate an early reflection on the future implementation of the new policy framework\, and involve Member State authorities in strategic thinking about synergies with the rural vision and Pact at national and regional levels.\n\nPlease click on the button below to express your interest by 22 September 2025\, at the latest\, in order to participate in this Policy Lab and exchange with peers from across Europe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpress interest to participate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will find more details about the Policy Lab\, including the draft agenda\, on the event page. \nAll selected participants will receive a confirmation email\, so please do not make any travel and accommodation arrangements until your participation has been confirmed. \nTravel and accommodation support will be offered to a limited number of the participants\, mainly local actors and organisations. \nDo not hesitate to contact Urszula Budzich Tabor at urszula@rural-pact.eu for further information!
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-areas-and-communities-in-the-post-2027-eu-budget-and-policies-policy-action-lab/
LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250311T141316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T122237Z
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SUMMARY:6th European rural Parliament
DESCRIPTION:Scotland was selected to host the next European Rural Parliament. It will bring together in October a 40-country delegation to Aberdeenshire\, Moray and the Cairngorms National Park area. The ERP is a large-scale participative democratic process\, set up to amplify the diverse voices of rural and island people in Europe. \nThe 6th edition’s theme is ‘Rural Community Solutions to Global Challenges’. \nMore information in the link below!
URL:https://elard.eu/event/6th-european-rural-parliament/
LOCATION:Inverurie Academy\, Community Campus\, Victoria St\, Inverurie\, AB51 3QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ELARD
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250910T143436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T074246Z
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SUMMARY:Women Leading Rural Innovation - FLIARA final conference
DESCRIPTION:The Final Conference of the FLIARA Project will bring together researchers\, policymakers\, innovation support actors\, and civil society stakeholders to spotlight the critical role of women in shaping the future of rural areas and sustainable farming. Taking place on October 17\, 2025\, in Brussels at the European Committee of Regions from 09:00h to 17:00h\, this high-level event marks the culmination of the Horizon Europe-funded FLIARA project (Grant Agreement No. 101084234)\, which has worked over three years to identify\, analyse\, and support women-led innovations across ten European countries. \nThe event will present key findings from over 200 case studies\, future trends\, highlight tested policy frameworks\, and showcase practical tools—including a Gender-Specific Innovation Guide and a toolkit for policy and practice—developed to empower women innovators in rural contexts. Through expert panels\, storytelling\, and interactive workshops\, the conference will explore how women’s leadership intersects with sustainability\, gender equality\, and innovation ecosystems in farming and rural development. \nPolicymakers at local\, national\, and EU levels are invited to engage with the results and contribute to advancing inclusive and gender-responsive rural policy. A dedicated policy session will introduce the project’s policy briefs and booklet\, followed by an interactive workshop aimed at anchoring these recommendations within broader EU strategies such as the Common Agricultural Policy\, the EU Gender Equality Strategy\, and the Green Deal. \n\n\nWHAT IS THE PROJECT ABOUT? \n  \n\n\nFLIARA is a Horizon Europe project that aims to enhance our understanding of the needs and challenges faced by women leading innovations in EU farming and rural sectors. It highlights their vital role in achieving sustainable rural futures aligned with EU policies. The project showcases women’s innovative abilities\, emphasising sustainability across environmental\, economic\, societal\, and cultural dimensions. Read more about the project at www.fliara.eu. \n\nData collected in the project includes the answers to the questions in this form\, including your email address. Your email address will only be used within the context and for the duration of the FLIARA project\, in accordance with the consent you explicitly expressed and abiding by the internal FLIARA Data Management Plan and Ethics Requirements and the project’s Privacy Policy. The collection and processing of your data follow the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
URL:https://elard.eu/event/women-leading-rural-innovation-fliara-final-conference/
LOCATION:European Committee of the Regions\, Rue Belliard 101\, Brussels\, 1040
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250910T143947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T074252Z
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SUMMARY:Please look up!  Efficient\, resilient fair and smart – what does our energy and climate future look like? (hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join IEECP’s conference\, combining different LIFE funded projects: Ineexs\, Regio1st\, CoolLife\, RENOVERTY\, Reverter\, EP-0\, GigaRegioFactory and ENSMOV Plus. \nThis two-day conference is a unique opportunity to meet\, hear from research developed and experience shared in the past four years and interact with experts and practitioners from various countries and fields\, and working on shaping the future of energy in Europe. \nThe sessions will showcase how a cleaner and more inclusive energy transition can be effectively achieved\, from planning to implementation and monitoring. Among other topics\, we will discuss: \n\nbusiness cases for smart energy services\,\nhow to get energy efficiency and demand-response considered as energy resources\,\nimplementing renovation roadmaps to tackle energy poverty\,\ngaps and challenges towards 2030 targets and how policy measures can overcome them.\n\nJoin our conference and poster session on the 15th and 16th October to get insights and celebrate the closing of fascinating LIFE projects! \n  \nAgenda and registration on the link below
URL:https://elard.eu/event/please-look-up-efficient-resilient-fair-and-smart-what-does-our-energy-and-climate-future-look-like-hybrid/
LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250521T132441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T074259Z
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Networking & Capacity Building for LAG Managers
DESCRIPTION:As proud partners in the Communities for Local Green Deals (COM4LGD) project\, ELARD Knowledge Hub invites LAG managers to a unique training and networking opportunity focusing on climate action\, innovation\, and the future of the LEADER approach. \n\n\nWhat to expect:\n\n\n\n\nExplore how LEADER can be used as a transformation tool\nGain hands-on tools for participatory methods and climate adaptation\nJoin practical workshops and inspiring study visits\nDeep dive into topics such as AI in LAG operations\, smart villages\, and sustainable tourism\n\n\n\nIf the weather allows\, we’ll explore some of the projects by electric bike.\n\n\nTake this opportunity to strengthen your skills\, connect with peers\, and contribute to greener\, more resilient rural communities. \nFee: €290 per person (includes training\, all meals\, study visits & certificate ceremony) \n\n\n\nAccommodation and travel not included – Hotel Post is available at €400 for 3 nights \n\nREAD THE PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME HERE \n\nREGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE \nDeadline for registration: 5th of September \n\n 
URL:https://elard.eu/event/exclusive-networking-capacity-building-for-lag-managers/
LOCATION:Hotel Post\, St Johann in Tirol\, Austria
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251002T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251002T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250924T121930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T132537Z
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SUMMARY:LEADER LAGs and EU Youth Programs: Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps vol.2
DESCRIPTION:Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes can be used to enpower rural youth by LEADER organizations. The webinar aims to inspire and connect LAGs by showcasing successful projects\, sharing experiences\, and providing networking opportunities. \nThe webinar aims to inspire and connect LEADER LAGs by showcasing successful projects\, sharing real-life experiences\, and providing networking opportunities. \nThrough presentations and interviews with organizations that have successfully implemented Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps projects\, participants will gain insights into the impact of these programs on rural youth\, community engagement\, and cross-border cooperation (aim no.1). Additionally\, the webinar will serve as a networking platform\, allowing participants to exchange experiences\, discuss challenges\, and explore potential collaborations (aim no.2). With the support of the CAP Network\, this initiative also highlights the importance of youth participation in LEADER and CLLD (Community-Led Local Development) strategies. \nThe seminar will not introduce the LEADER programme\, as participants are expected to be aware of it. \nThe participants will be invited to join the online platform Howspace\, where space will be provided for continued discussions and knowledge-sharing beyond the event itself\, ensuring that the connections and ideas sparked during the webinars lead to long-term cooperation. Neither Erasmus+ nor the European Solidarity Corps programmes will be presented in detail at the seminar\, but participants will be offered access to programme related materials on the Howspace environment. \nThe webinar is designed for the following target groups of participants: \n– LEADER LAG Representatives – Project managers\, coordinators\, and board members looking for inspiration and practical guidance on using E+ and ESC for youth engagement. \n– Rural Development Practitioners – Individuals working in local or regional development who want to integrate youth-focused European projects into their activities. \n– Youth Workers & Community Leaders – Those who collaborate with young people in rural areas and seek new funding possibilities for youth participation and volunteering projects. \n– Municipality & Regional Government Representatives – Policymakers and public sector professionals responsible for youth policies\, community-led local development (CLLD)\, and cross-sector cooperation. \nProgram of the Webinar: \n13:00 Welcome & Opening Remarks \n13:15 Inspiration Session: Best Practices from LEADER LAGs and Q&A. \n14:15 Where to find information about Erasmus+ & ESC Funding\, short introduction Howspace platform \n14:30 BREAK (and opportunity to explore Howspace) \n15:00 Networking in small groups: Finding partners for future projects\, brainstorming potential E+ or ESC project ideas for LAGs\, Exchange of resources and collaboration opportunities. \n16:00 Wrap-up & Next Steps\, future opportunities \n16:30 End of the webinar. \nREGISTER NOW IN THE LINK BELOW
URL:https://elard.eu/event/leader-lags-and-eu-youth-programs-erasmus-and-european-solidarity-corps-vol-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
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SUMMARY:Rural Energy Communities: Bridging Local Action and Clean Energy Transition
DESCRIPTION:EC4RURAL Mid-Term Conference (hybrid)\nBe part of the clean energy transition!\nThis mid-term conference will highlight the progress and insights of the EC4RURAL project and offer a platform to explore the pivotal role of rural energy communities in achieving Europe’s climate goals. \nKey Features:\n\nPresentations of mid-term project achievements\nIntroduction to research projects on the topic: presentations from academics from around Europe\nNetworking with policymakers\, researchers\, and practitioners across Europe\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nRepresentatives of rural energy communities and local action groups\nResearchers and academics\nAssociations and organizations in the energy community sector\nLocal and regional authorities\nPolicymakers and anyone passionate about energy transitions\n\n  \nPROGRAMME \n REGISTER – deadline extended (form at the bottom of the page)
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-energy-communities-bridging-local-action-and-clean-energy-transition/
LOCATION:Universidad de Vigo\, Municipality of Vigo\, Pontevedra\, Spain
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250930T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250828T134330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T140935Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing inner areas and Local Action Groups back to the center of European attention (hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:The event is hybrid. The streaming link will be sent to the registered email address one day prior to the event. \nThis event aims at reflecting on the prospects and challenges arising from the proposed European financial and legislative framework post 2027 and explore how to translate these policy directions into practical strategies benefiting rural areas\, and positioning LAGs as tools for sustainable innovation and participatory local development. \n  \nPROGRAMME \nInstitutional welcome \nPannel and roundtable \n\nArmando Pugno\, CERSTE – Centre Européen des Recherches Socio-Économiques\, Technologiques et Environnementales\nMihail Dumitru\, European Commission\, DG AGRI \, Deputy Director General\nNicola De Michelis\, Director\, European Commission\, DG REGIO\, Deputy Director-General for Programme Implementation\, Smart and Sustainable Growth and Programme Implementation IV (REGIO.G)\nPiotr Sadłocha – President of ELARD\nMauro Agnoletti\, Director of the UNESCO Chair on Agricultural Heritage Landscapes\nSabrina Lucatelli\, Director of Riabitare l’Italia and VP of the OECD group on Rural Policies\n\nRoundtable and Conclusions – Open debate with participants (moderated by Alfonso Scarano\, CERSTE) \n  \n==> REGISTER HERE FOR ONLINE AND IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION <==   \nInvitation in PDF \n \n  \nCERSTE – Centre Européen des Recherches Socio-Économiques\, Technologiques et Environnementales – https://www.cerste.eu/
URL:https://elard.eu/event/bringing-inner-areas-and-local-action-groups-back-to-the-center-of-european-attention/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Room 1G2\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:ELARD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250829T073908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T074313Z
UID:10260-1758758400-1758844799@elard.eu
SUMMARY:From Forest to Future: DigiMedFor Event in Vallombrosa
DESCRIPTION:On 25 September 2025\, the DigiMedFor project – of which the ELARD Knowledge Hub is a proud partner – will host a Joint Dissemination Event with SINTETIC at the historic Vallombrosa\, Italy. \n\n\n\n\nThis full-day event will bring together researchers\, practitioners\, and innovators to explore how digital technologies are reshaping the forest-wood supply chain and supporting more sustainable management of Mediterranean forests. \n\n\nDate: 25 September 2025Time: 09:00 – 16:00Location: Vallombrosa Abbey\, Florence\, ItalyRegister by 10 September: https://digimedfor.eu/2025/07/07/dissemination-event-vallombrosa/
URL:https://elard.eu/event/from-forest-to-future-digimedfor-event-in-vallombrosa/
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250916T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250416T122503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T080337Z
UID:9892-1758031200-1758132000@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Rural Pact Conference: 'From vision to action: Empowering rural areas for the future'
DESCRIPTION:[NEW DATE] \nThe event initially planned on 8-9 April 2024 has been reschedduled to 16-17 September. The conference\, organised by the Rural Pact Support Office\, will gather 250 participants from across Europe. The event will offer two days of networking and facilitate exchanges to advance the rural vision 2040\, update the Rural Action Plan and guide Rural Pact actions and future policies.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-pact-conference-from-vision-to-action-empowering-rural-areas-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Château du Biez\, Rue de Lannoy\, Pecq\, 7740\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Pact":MAILTO:info@rural-pact.eu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250311T133022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T133022Z
UID:8981-1755129600-1756339199@elard.eu
SUMMARY:32nd International Leadership Workshop for Rural Youth
DESCRIPTION:Sharing Skills – Shaping Change\nAgri-food systems around the globe are undergoing a huge transformation process. To help meet these challenges\, the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) promotes international cooperation and networking as an important cornerstone of peace policy. The key guiding principle is making the human right to food a practical reality. The BMEL’s international cooperation with partners from governments\, associations\, the scientific community and civil society is characterised by open and critical dialogue. Cooperative activities are based on the sustainability goals contained in the 2030 Agenda\, promoting women and youth\, integrating marginalised groups\, and promoting opportunities for civil society participation and multilateralism. \nThe BMEL has been organising the International Leadership Workshop for Rural Youth since 1962. The 32nd seminar will be held in Herrsching (Bavaria) from 14 to 27 August 2025 under the motto “Sharing Skills – Shaping Change”. \nThe seminar is aimed at leaders and multipliers around the globe who are in positions of responsibility in the field of youth work or vocational training in rural areas. They are role models of integrity\, audacity\, persuasiveness and consistency. \nDo you want new impetus?\nAre you preparing for a (new) leadership role? Would you like to readjust and evolve your leadership position? \nEnhance your personal strengths. Learn how to make better use of them. Acquire new skills and build international networks to optimise the use of resources in your country. \nThink more broadly in rural youth work. Together with other participants from around the globe\, reflect on global issues\, such as empowering women and youth in rural areas\, implementing the transformation towards sustainable food systems\, fighting hunger and poverty or engaging in climate action\, and apply new insights to your individual tasks on the ground. Find out about international cooperation and become part of a large network of know-how and expertise. \nThe seminar is designed as a workshop and requires your pro-active input. \nYou will learn leadership skills and implementation strategies and develop your own personal action plan. \nParticipants must be proficient in at least one of the three conference languages – German\, English and French. \nThe organiser will bear the expenses for accommodation\, catering\, working documents and the excursions included in the programme. Accommodation may be provided in double rooms. \nThe expenses for travel to and from the event as well as visa and administrative fees must be covered by the participants themselves or by their organisations/employers. \nApplications are now closed.  If you have any questions\, please contact international(at)ble(dot)de.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/32nd-international-leadership-workshop-for-rural-youth/
LOCATION:Herrsching\, Herrsching\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250423T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T070755Z
UID:9930-1751500800-1751673599@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Europcom 2025 - Beyond words: a story of trust.
DESCRIPTION:EuroPCom\, the European Public Communication Conference\, is Europe’s largest annual gathering of public communication experts\, jointly organised by the EU institutions. The 16th edition of EuroPCom will take place on-site on 3 and 4 July 2025.  \nUnder the theme Beyond words – a story of trust\, communicators\, leaders and changemakers will explore the topic of trust in public communication. This year ‘s focus will be on the human faces behind public communication – citizens looking for reliable information\, local leaders trying to keep their communities together\, journalists navigating an evolving media landscape\, and communicators striving to bridge the gaps between policies and people’s realities.   \nThis year’s conference will unfold like a story in which participants explore solutions to the many challenges across three thematic strands: \n\nTrust in institutions\nTrust in technology\nTrust in communities. \n\nFind the event’s agenda on the website linked below. \nIf you have a proposal for an Ideas Lab\, a training course\, or a EuroPCom Talk or want to take part in the Market Place\, the CoR has a call for proposals open until 30 April.  \n 
URL:https://elard.eu/event/europcom-2025-beyond-words-a-story-of-trust/
LOCATION:European Committee of the Regions\, Rue Belliard 101\, Brussels\, 1040
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250311T132556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T132625Z
UID:8976-1751328000-1751587199@elard.eu
SUMMARY:LINC
DESCRIPTION:LINC is a European Conference which combines European exchange of experience with sport events and European culinary. LINC is an initiative from LAGs (Local Action Groups) and National Network Units for rural development in Austria\, Germany\, Estonia and Finland. \nLEADER Inspired Network Community – LINC – European LEADER academy which combines exchange of experiences in many different communities in the whole European union and beyond. The LINC initiative was formed by local action groups 15 years ago and will be hosted by Austria – Landeck this year! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith the title Alpine Relations\, the Landeck region will provide insights into rural development and present numerous LEADER projects.\nLINC 2025 will be…\n….a LINC of good public accessibility – internationally connected railway station in the centre of St. Anton am Arlberg\n…a LINC of short distances – everything is within walking distance (accommodation\, WellCom Hall\, Cooperation Corner\, European Games\,…)\n… a LINC that protects resources – we will do our best to reduce waste and refill your drinking bottles with the best drinking water from the pipe.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/linc/
LOCATION:St Anton am Aarlberg\, Austria\, St Anton am Arlberg\, Austria
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250603T101952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T102010Z
UID:10120-1750032000-1750550399@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Empowering Rural Communities. From Theory to Practice in Community Development
DESCRIPTION:Jointly organized by the European Rural Youth Observatory (EURYO) and Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore\, this immersive summer school provides a rigorous and practice-oriented approach to rural community development. Designed for Students interested at all levels and qualifications\, PhD students\, early-career researchers\, youth workers\, and professionals\, the program is structured around a core methodological framework that equips participants with the theories\, methods\, and practical tools needed to engage effectively in community-based work. The central fil rouge of the course is learning how to work within rural territories using a community-centered approach. Participants will gain hands-on training in participatory methodologies\, enabling them to design\, implement\, and evaluate interventions tailored to local needs. The program integrates interactive workshops\, expert-led thematic modules\, and a field visit to a rural community in Cremona\, Italy\, where participants will critically observe successful initiatives and explore how theoretical concepts translate into practice. A distinguished panel of international experts will deliver thematic modules on core issues such as social inclusion\, youth mobility\, climate change justice\, rural education\, employment\, and sustainability. This academic rigor is complemented by the involvement of the European Rural Youth Observatory\, ensuring a high-level methodological and theoretical foundation\, deeply embedded in contemporary European research and policy frameworks. Upon completion\, participants will receive a certificate of attendance\, demonstrating their advanced understanding of community-based methodologies\, preparing them to apply these approaches in rural development settings. \nThis course is designed for individuals actively involved in community development\, rural transformation\, social work\, education\, policy-making\, and research all over Europe. \nIt will be delivered in English. \nRegister before 10/06/2025.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/empowering-rural-communities-from-theory-to-practice-in-community-development/
LOCATION:Cremona\, Italy\, Cremona\, Italy
CATEGORIES:External
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250613T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250523T084941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T085052Z
UID:10062-1749808800-1749815100@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Rural Youth in Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:A webinar co-organised by the REDR (Spanish Rural Devleopment Network) and the LEADER youth Community of ELARD.  \nWe’ll explore how young people are influencing decisions and shaping the future of rural areas across Europe. You’ll hear directly from youth involved in local councils\, LAGs\, and rural associations. \nWhat to expect:\n🔹 Introduction to the LEADER European Youth Community and how to get involved\n🔹 Key results from our recent survey on youth and rural development\n🔹 Roundtable talks with inspiring young leaders from Spain\, France\, Poland\, and Croatia \n  \nSpeakers include: \n\nMatías Rubio\, Youth Advisory Council of the Council of Europe – Spain\nAleksandra Niewczas\, ESC Volunteer Project – Poland\nFrancisco Javier Sánchez Vega\, President of ADEME and REDEX – Spain\nVladimir Dedić\, President of LAG “Bura” – Croatia\nEmma El Aouni\, Animator at LAG Seine Normande – France\n\n  \n>>> Register to attend here: Registration Form  <<<\n  \nWhether you’re a young person\, someone who works with youth\, or simply interested in rural development\, this is an excellent opportunity to connect\, learn\, and be inspired. \n  \nAGENDA
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-youth-in-decision-making/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250612T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250408T083122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T083122Z
UID:9790-1749718800-1749747600@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Rural Pact policy lab: Rural Proofing - looking at policies through the rural lens
DESCRIPTION:This Policy Action Lab will explore measures to effectively implement rural proofing mechanisms at EU\, national\, and regional levels. It will offer space for peer exchange\, reflection\, and the development of proposals and recommendations for policymakers. \nSign up before May 5th
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-pact-policy-lab-rural-proofing-looking-at-policies-through-the-rural-lens/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Pact":MAILTO:info@rural-pact.eu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250528T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250521T122639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T122639Z
UID:10034-1748449800-1748455200@elard.eu
SUMMARY:𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗨 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝗜
DESCRIPTION:As the EU prepares its post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework\, how can we ensure that local voices — urban and rural — are heard in shaping future policies? Join us for the second part of our timely webinar series\, where we’ll explore the latest declarations\, petitions\, and policy positions advocating for territorial and place-based approaches in EU development. \n🎙️ 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:\n• Serafin Pazos Vidal (AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development) – On whose voices are shaping the debate\n•   Radim Sršeň (Deputy Minister for Regional Development\, Czechia; CoR Member) – On the Declaration for the future of rural areas\n• Piotr Sadłocha (President\, European LEADER Association for Rural Development – ELARD) – On the petition for LEADER/CLLD as a pillar of EU development\n• Joaquim Oliveira Martins (CEPII\, Paris) – Keynote listener and former Special Advisor to the EU Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms \n🗣️ 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 Peter Ramsden 𝗮𝗻𝗱 Urszula Budzich-Tabor (LDnet) \n📌 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:\n👉 https://lnkd.in/eaWaAHa3
URL:https://elard.eu/event/%f0%9d%97%a7%f0%9d%97%b5%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%99%f0%9d%98%82%f0%9d%98%81%f0%9d%98%82%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%b3-%f0%9d%97%98%f0%9d%97%a8-%f0%9d%97%a3%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%b9/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250423T081508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T081508Z
UID:9946-1747904400-1747918800@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Good practice webinar on rural innovation
DESCRIPTION:The webinar\, organised by the Rural Pact Support Office\, will highlight national\, regional and local experiences that promote innovation in rural areas. It will strengthen participants’ capacity to design and implement innovative initiatives and inspire stakeholders to take concrete action – with a particular focus on technological\, ecological\, and social innovation. \n  \nMore information on the link below.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/good-practice-webinar-on-rural-innovation/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250521T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250423T081719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T082119Z
UID:9950-1747819800-1747827000@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Smarter\, stronger and more competitive rural areas: The way forward for EU policies
DESCRIPTION:The EU Institutions are preparing for the next Multi Annual Financial Framework that will be tabled in July 2025. The next EU budget builds from the Political Guidelines of the European Commission\, themselves drawing ideas from the Letta and Draghi Reports\, as well as the Long-Term Vision for Rural areas and the recent Vision for Agriculture and Food. \nAll of this points to very significant changes in how EU policies are developed and delivered on the ground. Therefore\, the time is right to consider the role of community-led\, social\, technological and business innovations in creating vibrant rural areas. \nThis webinar will showcase and discuss the policy findings and recommendations of the FUTURAL project to improve existing policies to strengthen rural innovation. It will also be the opportunity to reflect with senior representatives from the European Commission\, Parliament\, Committee of the Regions and European Economic and Social Committee as well as the leadership of key rural networks ERCA\, PREPARE on how rural innovation can inform the ongoing debate on future EU policies. Our president\, Piotr Saldocha\, will be present as a speaker. \nMore information in the event link below.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/smarter-stronger-and-more-competitive-rural-areas-the-way-forward-for-eu-policies/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250423T075023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T075023Z
UID:9940-1747729800-1747836000@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Annual EU Budget Conference 2025 - From local action to global influence: the next long-term Union budget
DESCRIPTION:The next long-term budget will power the Union shared vision for the future in a context of growing geopolitical\, economic and societal challenges. \nThe Annual EU Budget Conference will bring together a wide array of stakeholders to rethink a future budget with the Union policy priorities at the centre by making it more focused\, simpler and impactful. \nEuropean Commissioner for Budget\, Anti-Fraud and Public Administration\, Piotr Serafin\, together with high-level speakers\, will lead an open debate on the most pressing issues in the lead up to the next Multiannual Financial Framework proposal. \n\n\n\n\nMore information on the event website below.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/annual-eu-budget-conference-2025-from-local-action-to-global-influence-the-next-long-term-union-budget/
LOCATION:Hybrid\, Charlemagne building\, Wetstraat 170 Rue de la Loi\, Brussels\, 1040\, Belgium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250508T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250407T094316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T094316Z
UID:9774-1746696600-1746725400@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Conference on the Vision for Agriculture and Food
DESCRIPTION:Shaping the future of farming and the agri-food sector\nThis event aims to bring together key stakeholders – including European agri-food sectors\, civil society\, rural communities\, consumers\, think-tanks\, academia\, Member States and MEPs – to contribute to the debate to shape an attractive farming and agri-food sector for future generations. \nThe conference aims to: \n\ncontinue to build consensus around the Vision and its roadmap\ndiscuss and gather feedback on the way forward\, focusing on key initiatives outlined in the Vision\nengage with stakeholders on the future direction for the CAP post 2027\n\nThe plenary sessions will be streamed online. No registration is required to follow the event via web streaming. \nYou can register here.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/conference-on-the-vision-for-agriculture-and-food/
LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250428T124137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T124137Z
UID:9982-1746662400-1746921599@elard.eu
SUMMARY:European Congress on Renewal and Rural Development
DESCRIPTION:The European Congress on Rural Renewal and Development will highlight key values for preserving the specificity and vitality of villages\, valuing grassroots and the use of local resources and\, above all\, the empowerment of local communities to respond to increased uncertainty and risks. \nThe Congress will become an event that\, through the presentation of ideas and the demonstration of effective solutions\, will encourage a turn towards grassroots and the building of community resilience based on a self-help formula. \nThus\, the Congress will contribute to building stronger\, connected\, resilient and prosperous rural areas as outlined in the Long Term Vision for Rural Areas to 2040 announced in 2021 by the European Commission. \nAbout the programme\nThe congress will be attended by some 1\,500 people – representatives of ministries responsible for rural development in the EU27\, institutions working for the development of villages and rural areas\, representatives of local authorities\, NGOs\, academia\, leaders of rural communities\, with particular emphasis on key circles: women\, youth and sport. \nThe programme will include: Wielkopolska Day (8 May)\, European Day (9 May) and Poland Day (10 May). The plenary hall will be the central place for presentations and proposals from the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development and his partners from EU countries\, politicians\, publicists\, representatives of science and practitioners involved in the transformation of the countryside and rural areas. The subject of the planned panel discussion will be the position of the Congress emphasising the need to turn development policies towards bottom-up approaches and to build the resilience of local communities based on a self-help formula. \nAs part of the Polish Day\, the following thematic blocks will deepen and broaden the spectrum of issues: \n\nidentity\, heritage;\ngood practices;\ninnovation and ideas forum;\nclimate and environment.\n\nPresentations\, examples and discussion with the participation of practitioners and meetings of the above-mentioned circles.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/european-congress-on-renewal-and-rural-development/
LOCATION:Poznan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250429T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204517
CREATED:20250417T075719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T075733Z
UID:9925-1745935200-1745938800@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Acting for the rural vision: making a commitment for vibrant rural areas visible
DESCRIPTION:The Rural Pact Support Office is organising an online info session entitled  ‘Acting for the rural vision: making a commitment for vibrant rural areas visible’ on 29 April 2025\, from 14:00 to 15.00 CET.  \n This session is intended for Rural Pact Community members as well as individuals and organisations who are curious to know more about voluntary commitments to act for the EU rural vision.   \n REGISTRATION: via this link by 25 April\, at the latest.  \n  \nThe info session will provide an opportunity to:  \n\nDiscover inspiring examples of ongoing commitments; \n\n\nLearn how to submit a commitment via the online tool and get answers to practical questions; \n\n\nExchange on projects and ideas for commitments. \n\n  \n Find more information about the commitments on the Rural Pact Community Platform. and browse through the draft agenda on the event web page. 
URL:https://elard.eu/event/acting-for-the-rural-vision-making-a-commitment-for-vibrant-rural-areas-visible/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Pact":MAILTO:info@rural-pact.eu
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