URBACT Good Practices

Tackling economic crisis in rural areas with relationship building and community-based model of welfare.

A new way of co-creating smarter cities that puts communities and their needs at the heart of innovation.

A network of safe, open spaces created for and by young people 

An integrated initiative to tackle migrant exclusion and homelessness 

Community management of common goods through Civic Uses

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

Increasing physical activity of the elderly and creating healthier communities 

Connecting actions and long-term sustainability goals in local governments 

Fostering community engagement through municipal market events