URBACT Good Practices

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

Improving employability for people in vulnerable situations 

Providing space for students, artists, social leaders and NGOs 

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

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

Improving public spaces through solutions co-designed with local actors and communities 

A community vision for a smart, sustainable future 

Setting new standards for urban language revitalisation 

Providing access to city services and resources while improving citizen participation