Networks and cities' news

Catch up on the latest updates from cities working together in URBACT Networks. The articles and news that are showcased below are published directly by URBACT’s beneficiaries and do not necessarily reflect the programme’s position.

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    Three key concepts for Safe, Humane and Inclusive public spaces

    Dr. Edna Peza-Ramirez | CITISENSE Adhoc Expert

    20/06/2025

    Dimitra Kounavi

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    How to achieve lasting impact through children’s civic engagement

    In a powerful demonstration of how civic engagement can begin at early age and lead to meaningful change, the Municipality of West Mani (Greece) has shown that even the youngest citizens can influence the future of their community. 

    Mariachiara Di Tella

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  • Empowering Women and Young Innovators in Bielsko-Biała through TechDiversity

    As part of the TechDiversity network, we spoke with Patrycja Węgrzyn, Senior International Project Specialist at the Regional Development Agency (ARRSA) of Bielsko-Biała, Poland to learn how her team is fostering a more inclusive and innovative tech ecosystem. The conversation highlighted the development of the "HerStory in IT" initiative, the role of FabLab, and how local collaboration is shaping the city’s digital future.

    Harry Kalliaras

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  • State of the art science meets traditional culture at Serpa’s ‘Nora’.

    Or, the beauty of regenerating the Hydro-Heritage site of ‘Nora’ (Mourish for waterwheel) as cultural and natural asset. 

    Carlos Janeiro

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    Peer Learning in Action: Insights from the GenProcure Review Process

    Recently, the GenProcure network benefited from the support of Ad-Hoc Expert Franziska Singer, who assisted project partners in the production and review of their Integrated Action Plans and contributed to the design and facilitation of the GenProcure Transnational Meeting held in Újfehértó and Satu Mare. With the aim of sharing her reflections and insights, the following lines offer valuable inspiration as we move forward in implementing the actions we have envisioned.

    Edgar Azevedo

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  • GreenPlace cities commit themselves to developing more regeneration projects with green solutions and a participatory approach

    During two days, on 13 and 15 May 2025, the Project Partners of the GreenPlace network exchanged and learned about strategies and activities for "recycling" unused urban areas, using social participation tools. Based on the life of the GreenPlace network and the two-day meeting, it has become clear that for such processes, it is crucial to take into account not only the regional specificities and conditions of each of the partners, but also to introduce greenery as a key factor in limiting climate change in urban areas.

    Marcelline Bonneau

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