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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  • 10 European cities from the Breaking Isolation URBACT Action Planning Network

    Understanding and addressing social isolation: insights from the Breaking Isolation Podcast 

    The Breaking Isolation project works to understand social isolation root causes and develop effective solutions.

    Barbara Gautherie

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  • Nitra brings green and creative spaces to life: Two URBACT GreenPlace pilot events at Martin's Hill

    During the summer of 2025, the city of Nitra (Slovakia) hosted two vibrant public events that marked important milestones in the implementation of its Integrated Action Plan (IAP) under the URBACT GreenPlace project. These events served as real-life tests of how the area of the former military barracks at Martin’s Hill could become a thriving space for community life, cultural activities, heritage appreciation, and sustainable development.

    Both events were co-organized by ULG partners (URBACT Local Group), bringing together local institutions, experts, and community organizations engaged in the long-term vision for this historic and green area.

    Joanna Gańcza-Pawełczyk

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  • The City Center of Montreuil, France

    The European Forum on City Centres November 6th - 7th : this year’s flagship event for city centers in Europe

    Following two successful editions, including the most recent held at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, the Greater Paris Metropolis and the association Centre-ville en mouvement  are proud to announce the Third European Forum on City Centres. This landmark event will take place on November 6–7, 2025, at the Maison de la Chimie in Paris.

     

    Pre-register here.

    Suzanne Pergal

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  • Shaping Urban Regeneration Together in Vila Nova de Poiares

    From 13–14 May 2025, Vila Nova de Poiares, Portugal, hosted delegations from eight countries for the 6th Core Network Meeting of the URBACT “GreenPlace. Let’s do it together!” network. Representatives from partner cities, including elected officials, ULG members, and project experts, came together for two days of exchanges, workshops, and site visits, all with a shared focus on green urban regeneration and active community participation.

    Joanna Gańcza-Pawełczyk

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  • Schoolhoods’ 5th Quarterly Network Report – getting into detail

    “Getting into detail!” – during the fifth quarter of our journey, we dived into the details of emerging pressing topics like how to safeguard political buy-in for our implementations-to-come and focused on getting our actions ready to fly and to deliver.

    Claus Kollinger

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  • The S.M.ALL POV: On Communities and Sustainable Mobility

    We’re excited to share this article by Dr. Katerina Paschalidou from the Municipality of Komotini, one of our S.M.ALL project partners. With a PhD in Sport Science, a background in law and bioethics, and hands-on experience leading sustainable mobility initiatives, Katerina combines academic insight with real-world action. Her perspective brings fresh energy and depth to our shared URBACT journey towards more inclusive, people-centred cities.

    Enjoy her contribution, and thank you Katerina!

    Erica Bisetto

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