URBACT Good Practices

A pro-active approach for welcoming refugees, starting the integration process from day one.

Integrating sustainable development in the education system 

An innovative support scheme for Cultural and Creative Industries

Promoting the development of entrepreneurial skills among young people

The new ‘Towns’ Living Room’, established by the municipality in a vacant building, involves the heads of the city administration, active citizens, social services, development agency, public library and nursing home, local clubs and various associations

Urban food policy for an inclusive, integrated and sustainable development of cities

Encouraging young citizens' participation at local level

Participation, integrated ecosystem services and biodiversity in peri-urban forest parks 

Appointing community representatives amongst the residents of the target area Edgbaston Reservoir, to become permanent ambassadors, communicating with the City Council, and understanding their challenges – enabling Birmingham in this way to rebuild trust