Networks and cities' news

Breaking Isolation: A Baseline Study on Social Isolation in Europe

As part of the URBACT "Breaking Isolation" project, a baseline study was conducted to provide an overview of the state of social isolation within the partner cities of the network. This essential work, carried out at the start of the project, aims to better understand local realities and the specific challenges related to social isolation across different urban contexts in Europe. 

9th Transnational Meeting in Jumilla: Exchange, Experimentation, and Collective Intelligence at the Heart of the Breaking Isolation Project 

The 9th Transnational Meeting (TNM) of the European Breaking Isolation network was held in Jumilla, Spain, bringing together all project partners for several days of rich and inspiring discussions focused on tackling social isolation. 

Understanding and Addressing Social Isolation: Insights from the Breaking Isolation Podcast 

In an increasingly connected world, social isolation remains a growing challenge, affecting individuals across all ages and backgrounds. The Breaking Isolation project, part of the URBACT IV program, aims to tackle this issue by understanding its root causes and developing effective solutions. A recent AI-generated podcast delves into these critical questions, offering valuable insights into how cities can combat isolation and strengthen social ties. 

Recap of the 8th Transnational Meeting in Bijelo Polje: One Step Further in the Fight Against Social Isolation 

From March 3 to 5, 2025, the city of Bijelo Polje, Montenegro, hosted the 8th Transnational Meeting (TNM) of the Breaking Isolation network. This key event of the URBACT IV program brought together 8 partner cities in person and 2 more online, reaffirming the collective commitment of European actors in the fight against social isolation. 

Breaking Isolation ready for testing

By Lead Expert, Christophe Gouache

Within the Breaking Isolation action-planning network, it has been agreed that the ideation and testing action phases will be regarded as key and crucial phases to invest in.

Podcast - Christophe Gouache

Christophe Gouache, public policy designer and Lead Expert of the Urbact program, shares his experience within the Breaking Isolation network and the initiatives led by its participants.