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Street Sport and Tourism: A Path to Urban Regeneration and Youth-Centered Travel

Street sports such as skateboarding, 3x3 basketball, breakdancing, and rollerblading are increasingly becoming a driving force for urban regeneration. These activities are transforming underutilized urban spaces into vibrant social and cultural hubs, fostering local community engagement and attracting a new kind of tourism. This fusion of street sport and tourism is creating unexpected tourist flows to lesser-known cities and "unusual places," places that would not typically be considered tourist hotspots.

Turning accessibility and inclusion into measurable factors for active mobility

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.

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.

 

Download the full report here >> 

Creating Inclusive and Sustainable Cities: Highlights from the S.M.ALL Network in the Second Journal

As the S.M.ALL network progresses in its mission to transform urban spaces with a focus on inclusivity, accessibility, and reducing urban inequalities, Lead Expert Pietro Elisei highlights the valuable knowledge and insights gained through transnational collaboration.

Beyond the Urban: a race across Bucharest to experience intermodal mobility

In the heart of Bucharest, participants at Beyond the Urban’s transnational meeting embarked on a game-based journey that turned the city into a dynamic classroom for sustainable, intermodal transportation. From the National Library to the Transport Museum, teams competed to navigate Bucharest using as many transport modes as possible. The objective? Gain firsthand insights into the possibilities of multi-modal urban mobility, capture points of interest along the route, and bring the essence of Beyond the Urban’s mission to life through hands-on exploration.