URBACT Good Practices

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

Revitalising decaying historic apartment buildings by connecting owners, investors/users and public authorities

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

Encouraging young citizens' participation at local level

A charter to manage green spaces in a eco-friendly way

A tour to an urban "gendered" landscape to raise awareness and promore gender equality

Reducing citizens' carbon footprint by education on sustainable food 

Providing access to city services and resources while improving citizen participation

A community vision for a smart, sustainable future