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Empowering Youth, Revitalizing Alba Iulia: A City’s Mission Against Depopulation

Alba Iulia, Romania’s “spiritual capital,” faces a pressing issue that impacts its future. With each year, more young adults are drawn to larger urban centers or international destinations, leaving Alba Iulia’s streets quieter, schools smaller, and local businesses missing vital energy. However, this resilient city is not giving in to the challenges of depopulation and urban shrinkage. Instead, it’s tackling them head-on through bold initiatives designed to make Alba Iulia an attractive home for young people once again.

European small cities losing population: Why & what could be the magnets for their attractiveness?

THE BASELINE STUDY: developed by Tiago Ferreira, Residents of the Future network Lead expert. 

During Phase 1, the nine partners have explored their individual and shared challenges through the partners’ visits and
meetings. Now it’s time to sit back, reflect on the network challenge (as it relates to the European and local context), each partner’s starting point, as well as learning expectations, and focus on the action planning.

Midway to Impact: Residents of the Future Cities Unite for Action-Oriented Solutions

From October 8–10, the picturesque city of Mangualde in Portugal played host to the Residents of the Future transnational meeting, bringing together partner cities dedicated to tackle negative demographic trends. Nestled in the heart of Portugal’s renowned wine region, Mangualde is celebrated for its world-famous wine production and unique domestic cuisine, which delighted participants throughout the conference. The scenic backdrop and rich cultural offerings provided an inspiring setting for three days of collaboration, learning, and camaraderie.

Hackathon - The Balbriggan Innovation Challenge

Hackathon - The Balbriggan Innovation Challenge

The EcoCore Project lead partner Balbriggan, Ireland successfully ran a hackathon challenge, The Balbriggan Innovation Challenge, last Friday in the Lark Theatre, Balbriggan.

The Balbriggan Innovation Challenge allowed like-minded individuals passionate about sustainability, the green economy with a passion for the Circular Economy to contribute to the EcoCore Project and develop a greener future for the citizens of Balbriggan. The Challenge afforded a unique opportunity for individuals/teams to innovate, co-create and network, using their unique skills to develop ideas around the green and circular economy, with a prize fund available to further develop and implement the successful ideas. 

Local development for the inclusion of disadvantaged girls in Mátészalka Hungary

Webinar #3: Behaviour Change Stategies on what drives parents - Recording, now available!