Sara Giovannini

Edited on 05/08/2025

Sara Giovannini

  • Belgium

  • English, French, Italian
woman expert picture
Availability :
Available for Ad-hoc expertise missions

Validated Expert info

Expert can perform Ad hoc expertise missions at network and programme level in relation to:

 

1. The design and delivery of (transnational) exchange and learning activities

 

2. Thematic expertise:
[Communication; Energy transition]

 

3. Methods and tools for integrated and participatory approaches:
> Integrated and participatory design of strategies
> Sustaining stakeholder engagement and translating strategies into actions

Summary

I am a communication professional with around 10 years of experience in developing and implementing communication strategies, facilitating exchanges, moderating debates and supporting public governments with stakeholder engagement activities. 

Since 2018 I have been working with municipalities across europe, to support them in their sustainability transitions. I am a firm believer that municipalities are a key actor to lead the transition towards a climate neutral Europe, but I am also aware of the challenges they encounter, in terms of governance, policies, resources and skills. Exchanges among cities are an important enabling factor to foster collaborations and grow local governments' capacities. That's why I became an URBACT expert, hoping I can help as many cities as possible to  to address these challenges, together.

I am currently part of the management team of the city network Energy Cities, you can learn more about it here https://energy-cities.eu/