Networks and cities' news

Catch up on the latest updates from cities working together in URBACT Networks. The articles and news that are showcased below are published directly by URBACT’s beneficiaries and do not necessarily reflect the programme’s position.

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  • People-friendly public realm: transforming the city towards a new model

    A closer view to the public space transformations in Barcelona and its metropolitan area, which have been accelerated due to the pandemic

    Stela Salinas

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  • Strengthening brand identity of 8 URBACT cities

    Find your greatness APN is supporting support 8 cities in their activities to define their brand position and to communicate their strategic brand messages. This has become even more important in the time of Covid-19 pandemics where attractions and advantages of cities needed to be presented to citizens, investors, businesses, and visitors.

    Liviu Stanciu

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  • Health and Urban Planning: Visualising Impact with the Healthy Cities Generator

    By: Ad-hoc Expert Sofia Aivalioti

    What does a holistic approach to health look like? Often, people’s replies will cover medical care, diet, and exercise - but as urban populations continue to accelerate, urban planning is increasingly recognised as a pillar of holistic health.

    Caitlin Ball

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  • Overcoming the Pandemic and Building Resilience: Lessons from Bradford

    The concept of healthy cities is more relevant now than ever. After COVID-19 emerged, public health was thrown into the spotlight and so, too, was the potential for cities to be catalysts for better health.

    Caitlin Ball

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  • Visions from the City Representatives - Željko Burić, Mayor of Šibenik (HR) by lead expert Miguel Rivas

    Heritage-led urban regeneration involves major urban projects, requiring significant investment and stakeholder mobilisation. In this endeavour, political backing and direction are key. The KAIRÓS interview series, conducted by the network lead expert Miguel Rivas, targets Mayors and Elected Representatives from the KAIRÓS partner cities.

    Dorothee Fischer

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  • SDG Story: Bratislava

    Where are we coming from?

    Even though the first mention of Bratislava appears in 907, Bratislava is one of the youngest capitals in Europe (1993).

    Karin Luhaäär

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