Rerooted
Resilient European Rural Outlooks: Opportunities for Transformation, Empowerment and Development
Project description
REROOTED connects grassroots community action with innovative socio-spatial research to transform rural demographic challenges into thriving regional opportunities.
Project starting date: 1 July 2026 – 31 December 2030
Project Duration: 54 months
Call topic: HORIZON-CL6-2025-02-COMMUNITIES-01 – HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions
Full name: Resilient European rural outlooks: opportunities for transformation, empowerment and development
The project’s goal
REROOTED brings together local communities, researchers, and policymakers to actively shape the future of Europe’s Rural areas. By combining advanced socio-spatial research with grassroots action, the project co-creates innovative, data-driven solutions to adapt to shifting demographic trends. Powered by predictive GIS mapping, regional policy alignment, and an EU-wide network of Local Action Groups, REROOTED transforms demographic challenges into sustainable opportunities for local authorities, businesses, and civic organizations across the continent.

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