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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250613T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250523T084941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T085052Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250612T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250408T083122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T083122Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250528T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250521T122639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T122639Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250522T130000
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CREATED:20250423T081508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T081508Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250521T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250520T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250423T075023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T075023Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250508T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250428T124137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T124137Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250429T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250417T075719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T075733Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250424T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250424T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250423T073813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T073813Z
UID:9937-1745503200-1745512200@elard.eu
SUMMARY:EU Budget - What does the future hold for multilevel governance?
DESCRIPTION:With the next EU long-term budget on the horizon\, local and regional governments are calling for a simpler\, more flexible\, locally driven approach to EU funding. Building on CEMR’s proposals for the post-2027 MFF\, this event brings together EU institutions and territorial leaders to discuss concrete ideas for a more effective\, inclusive\, place-based EU budget.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/eu-budget-what-does-the-future-hold-for-multilevel-governance/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250403
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250311T132242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T085319Z
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SUMMARY:Prosperous community opportunities for a shared future
DESCRIPTION:On promoting multidisciplinary and multi-fund approaches in rural areas\, and providing recommendations for CLLD in the 2028+ programming period \nRegistration via this link until 28/02 or until capacity is reached.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/prosperous-community-opportunities-for-a-shared-future/
LOCATION:National Museum of Agriculture\, Prague\, Prague\, Czech Republic
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250317T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250311T131411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T132004Z
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SUMMARY:Civil Society Days 2025
DESCRIPTION:The overall objective of the Civil Society Days event is to highlight the contribution civil society organisations are making to the building of a European Union which is more in tune with citizens’ aspirations. \nTogether with experts\, EU policy-makers\, national Economic and Social Councils\, youth representatives\, journalists\, and civil society across Europe including candidate countries\, we will host a four-day forum for lively debates and collaborative workshops\, focusing on questions such as: \n\nHow could a European Civil Society Strategy foster greater cohesion?\nHow could participatory approaches drive cohesion and inspire collective action for Europe’s green and blue future?\nHow could Europe lead in innovation while upholding its values\, principles\, and ethical standards?\nWhat policies are needed to enable capacity-building and funding for European civil society?\nWhat is the role of the European Citizens’ Initiative in tackling polarisation?\nHow could support be strengthened for the ECI at different levels in the Member States?
URL:https://elard.eu/event/civil-society-days-2025/
LOCATION:European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)\, Brussels\, Belgium
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250311T131734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T085044Z
UID:8968-1742083200-1742687999@elard.eu
SUMMARY:Rural advocacy: building skills and empowering change-makers across rural Europe
DESCRIPTION:Rural Youth Europe (RYE) in cooperation with the Council of Europe and the European Youth Center in Budapest (EYCB) are organising the study session “Rural Advocacy: Building Skills and Empowering Change-makers Across Rural Europe”. The study session will bring together 35 young people from rural communities of Council of Europe member states with the aim to empower a new generation of rural youth change-makers by equipping them with the advocacy skills and knowledge needed to actively engage at local\, national\, and European levels. This platform will foster meaningful participation\, amplify their voices\, and strengthen their impact on rural development and societal change.   \nThe objectives of the study session are:    \n\nTo bring together rural young people from across Europe and to provide a space for interaction;  \n\n\nTo raise awareness on the importance of advocacy\, European democratic processes\, the institutions as well as the topic of meaningful rural youth participation;  \n\n\nTo build capacities and equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary so they can advocate for their needs\, ideas and meaningfully participate in political processes and society as rural youth change-makers;  \n\n\nTo create a new generation of rural youth advocates and leaders\, equipped with the needed competencies and tools to participate at the European level and become RYE’s new generation of representatives.\n\nMore on the link below. Registrations are now closed.
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-advocacy-buildng-skills-and-empowering-change-makers-across-rural-europe/
LOCATION:Budapest
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250130T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235115
CREATED:20250108T153614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T153614Z
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SUMMARY:European Rural Parliament: mid-term event
DESCRIPTION:European Rural Parliament mid-term event \nThis is a crucial time for shaping future European policies\, therefore the ERP Steering Group warmly invites you to reserve January 30th for this important ERP Midterm Event in Brussels (it is also possible to participate online). It is organized by the ERP in a cooperation with European Economic and Social Committee\, which was also the host location for the 1st ERP in 2013. \nLink
URL:https://elard.eu/event/european-rural-parliament-mid-term-event/
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