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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  • Innovation Festival & Braga Social Expo 2026 - Braga

    Human Power Hub Europe launches its transfer journey in Braga.

    From 14 to 16 May 2026, the city of Braga hosted the 1st Transnational Meeting (TNM) of the URBACT Transfer Network Human Power Hub Europe, marking a key milestone in the network’s development and the official start of its transfer process.

    This first in-person gathering brought together representatives from all partner cities — Braga, Bologna, Espoo, Gdańsk, Leipzig and Málaga, with Kyiv participating online — reinforcing the collaborative and resilient nature of the network.

    Emidio Meireles

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  • Braga and Famalicão (Pentagono Urbano) - Portugal 20th April - 22nd April 2026 - 2Nite Transnational Meeting

    The third Transnational Meeting of the URBACT 2Nite project was held within the framework of the Pentágono Urbano, an association of five Portuguese cities working together on shared urban challenges. Building on previous exchanges, the primary goal of this gathering was to follow up on the activities carried by the partner cities and the concrete actions they are carrying throughout 2Nite. The meeting aimed to foster a deeper understanding of how to sustain community engagement over time, navigate complex cooperation ecosystems, and finalize investment plans for urban revitalization. Furthermore, it provided space to discuss a collaborative platform to prepare for the network's final political outputs, potentially including a shared manifesto regarding the ethical, accessible, and inclusive use of public spaces.

    Alberto Rudellat

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  • Hydro-Heritage Cities Journal no. 3

    From Raindrops to Ripples: Reflecting, exploring and moving forward together. By Sandra Rainero

    Christos Giovanopoulos

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  • Celebrating GeoNight (and day) through Rome’s hydro-heritage sites

    Rome's Hydro-Heritage Cities URBACT Group celebrates the Night (and day) of Geography with a testing action engaging academic institutions and young students. 

    Christos Giovanopoulos

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  • Five Cities, One Conversation: Article #2

    Five Cities, One Conversation: What STEAM Is Teaching Us About the Future of Cities

     

    Monica.nagore@gmail.com

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    III Quarterly Network Journal - When Culture Becomes a Cure for Urban Loneliness

    Cities across Europe are increasingly turning to culture as a tool for strengthening social connections and improving well-being. This edition of the RECUP Network Journal explores how arts, creativity, and cultural participation can help address loneliness and social isolation, while supporting more inclusive and resilient urban communities. 

    Fanni Kosztolányi

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