- 10October 10, 2023
Curious minds for a stronger Europe
Do you have a curious mind that is ready to be challenged and inspired? Would you like to share your insights on international cooperation projects that your city, agency or region is working on? The International Urban and Regional Cooperation Programme’s EU Regions Week workshop may just be the event for you!
Regions and cities participate in diverse local, national, and international cooperation activities. This cooperation allows them to learn and use innovative solutions for common challenges in the post-industrial transition. Specifically, international cooperation gives a different perspective to the exchange of experiences, capacity building & global networking which can foster curious minds, creative ideas, and solutions.
In our #EURegionsWeek workshop entitled “CURIOUS MINDS FOR A STRONGER EUROPE THROUGH INTERNATIONAL URBAN AND REGIONAL COOPERATION”, we will engage the audience to demonstrate not only how international cooperation can provide an added-value when it comes to the development and activities of a city/region but also how networks and programmes can aid in establishing these international connections. Register now and join us on 10 October from 11:30-12:30 CEST! Register here.
Come with a curious mind that is ready to be tested and challenged!
During the workshop, the spotlight will be placed on participants from regions and cities who would like to highlight their experience in international cooperation. EURADA Director, Roberta Dall’Olio, and EUROCITIES Secretary General André Sobczak will also share how networks and EU programmes can aid in establishing international connections. Don’t miss out and bring your curiosity with you!
Check out the agenda here.
Register here.
- 12October 12, 2023
Webinar #18 "Cultivating Urban Resilience through Co-creation and Storytelling: Case Studies from Medellín, Colombia – Lecco, Italy"
The webinar “Cultivating Urban Resilience through Co-creation and Storytelling: Case Studies from Medellín, Colombia – Lecco, Italy” organized by the International Urban and Regional Cooperation Latin America (IURC-LAC) Programme sougth to provide practitioners and policy-makers with concrete examples from relevant case studies on Cultivating Urban Resilience through Co-creation and Storytelling: Case Studies from Medellín, Colombia – Lecco, Italy.
Space
The full agenda of the event is available here
Space
Download the presentations here
Space
Read the highlights from the event here
- 18October 18, 2023
Transforming Urban Public Space: Addressing Climate Change, Accessibility, and Social Inclusion
Among the more problematic effects climate change imposes on urban planners are the challenges of creating and re-purposing public spaces that mitigate urban heat islands and alleviate threats from intense rain events and flooding while positively impacting communities.
In this session, we will learn from three different projects.
– The Moakley Park Vision Plan, presented by the City of Boston, transforms one of its largest waterfront open spaces from a largely single-use recreational facility into a resilient and multi-functional community park. The project includes coastal resilient infrastructure, innovative stormwater management strategies, and biodiverse planting.
– The Avinguda del Vallès in the Barcelona Metropolitan Area; an integrated action plan fostering public transport and active mobility, reducing externalities and social segregation, and unlocking opportunities for urban regeneration.
– Crystal City in Arlington County. The recently developed Amazon Headquarters has a ripple effect of redevelopment through a new plan that removes hard boundaries between business and the surrounding community, between built structures and nature.
Experts from each project will answer questions and discuss how these solutions can be replicated in your city.
Download:
Presentation Transforming Urban Public Space – Cathy Baker-Eclipse
Presentation Transforming Urban Public Space – Joan Caba
Presentation Transforming Urban Public Space – Demetra McBride & Joanne Gabor
- 23October 23, 2023
IURC NA & LA Annual Event in Brussels 2023
IURC North America (NA) and Latin America (LA) have organized an event in combination with the Annual IURC Global event to take place in Brussels on October 23-24th, 2023. Cities, Metropolitan Areas, and Regions participating in the IURC NA and LA geographical areas will present the highlights of their participation in the program, lessons learned, and aspirations for the future of their cooperation. Furthermore, representatives will have an opportunity to network and exchange ideas for similar challenges in sustainable urban development.
- 24October 24, 2023
IURC Final event
International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) is set to host its Final Event on 24 October 2023. As participants from around the globe convene, the event promises a rich discourse on urban and regional development.
The Committee of the Regions’ venue will see insights from high-ranking European Commission officials. The day’s core discussions will revolve around pivotal themes: the Ecological & Energy Transition, Urban & Regional Renewal, and Innovation Ecosystems & Digital Transition. Sessions will showcase global cooperative case studies, highlighting technical solutions and their political impact.
Further enriching the dialogue, UN-Habitat will discuss the New Urban Agenda, and decision-makers from various cities and regions will debate geographical challenges and expectations. The event will also spotlight future collaboration opportunities, including the European Urban Initiative and the Horizon Europe Programme.
Concluding with remarks from the European Parliament and the European Commission, attendees can look forward to an engaging networking lunch. Join us for a day that champions global collaboration in urban and regional progress!
See the full agenda here.
