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The Green Student Parliament discussed sustainability in Veszprém

As part of the BiodiverCity project, the Green Student Parliament gathered in Veszprém's City Hall on 26 November 2024 to engage in discussions on environmental and social sustainability. This unique biennial forum, which has been running for 16 years, serves as a platform for young people in Hungary to voice their concerns and propose solutions for pressing sustainability issues.

3rd Quarterly Report for the Residents of the Future project is out

Thank you for joining us in this third Quarterly Report for the Residents of the Future project. We’re thrilled
to share the progress and dedication that each city has poured into this transformative journey. This edition
highlights the impressive strides taken across our network, from Testing Actions that bring new life to local
spaces, to initiatives aimed at retaining youth, enhancing community engagement, and building sustainable
housing solutions.

 

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The Power of Investment in Small Cities: Keeping Residents and Attracting New Talent

Small cities across Europe are at a crossroads. Many are seeing young people leave for larger urban centers, chasing better job opportunities and lifestyles. This phenomenon, known as urban shrinkage, threatens the vitality of these communities. Investments create new job opportunities, support local businesses, and improve the quality of life. When people see their city as a place with potential, they’re more likely to stay and others are more likely to move in. Attracting investments into small cities is a huge challenge. How to attract investors? Where to find them? What should we offer? How to distinct good investments from the bad ones. And what does it even mean? 

FEMACT-Cities 3rd Quarterly Report...Moving toward action !

On our way to the action-plan...FEMACT-Cities 2nd Quarterly Report

Portrait Series #6: Judith Simbaruhije - From Teacher to Advocate for Migrant Women

Judith Simbaruhije’s life is a profound testament to the power of perseverance and unwavering hope. Born and raised in Burundi, she had built a stable life for herself as a primary school teacher and a small business owner. Now living in Belgium, Judith continues to strive for a better future, holding on to her dreams while defending the rights and opportunities of migrant women.