European Rural Pact

Are you already a member of the #RuralPact? https://bit.ly/4cHjh2x Our ever-growing online community platform offers you a space to connect and exchange! Stay informed – get engaged! Join the Rural Pact today. #RuralVisionEU European LEADER Association for Rural Development - ELARD Rural NEET Youth Observatory ODRAZ-Sustainable Community Development European Committee of the Regions European Rural Community Alliance - ERCA SMEunited Euromontana Diesis Network Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) ECOLISE Universitat Oberta de Catalunya EU CAP Network EXIT Project Netzwerk Zukunftsraum Land Ruralni razvoj RH Landbrugsstyrelsen Netwerk Platteland / Regieorganisatie GLB Réseau national Agricultures et Ruralités AEIDL (European Association for Innovation in Local Development) CAP Network Ireland Rete Rurale Nazionale Fondi.eu Landsbygdsnätverket Spanish Rural Development Network Andalucía Rural ARA Interreg Europe ERRIN ESPON Programme

The November edition of the #RuralPact Newsletter is out! https://bit.ly/3OuxWUa Explore highlights on: ·      the Declaration of the Coordination Group ·      a brand new guide to rural proofing, published by the Spanish Rural Development Network ·      The latest highlights report on successful local experiences and policy initiatives in Spain, Netherlands, and France More to discover: intergenerational collaboration in environmental initiatives, a podcast digest on the value of networking for rural women, and lots of interesting events coming up! Stay up-to date! Join the Rural Pact Community to get the monthly newsletter straight to your inbox: https://bit.ly/4cHjh2x #RuralVisionEU

Working on rural development research? Amplify your research impact and benefit from the knowledge of like-minded individuals & organisations! Sign up to become a member of the #RuralPact and connect with over 200 fellow researchers! bit.ly/4cHjh2x #RuralVisionEU CARTIF Nordregio Institute for European Energy and Climate Policy Foundation (IEECP) CREAF CESAR UMBRIA Rural NEET Youth Observatory European Digital Innovation Hub Northern Netherlands (EDIH NN) CREA Ricerca CEIGRAM-UPM ERA-LEARN Fundación CTIC, Centro de Tratamiento e Investigación sobre Cáncer Luis Carlos Sarmiento Angulo Economic Policy Research Center (EPRC) Campus de Excelencia Internacional Agroalimentario ceiA3 Universitat de Girona ILVO (Instituut voor Landbouw, Visserij- en Voedingsonderzoek) ILVO Living Lab Agrifood Technology Cesefor University College Dublin Universitat Oberta de Catalunya Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)

Discover the Trabocchi Cycling-tourism Network in Italy: https://bit.ly/47kUFL6    Launched in 2019, this 300 km network features scenic cycling trails on country and low-traffic roads. Since 2023, the network expanded - extending its territorial scope and introducing a renewed concept, combining bike-bus lines, bike stations, and an intermodality map to explain how to navigate the area without using a car. Learn more about inspiring #RuralMobility initiatives in the highlights report of our dedicated webinar: https://bit.ly/47kUFL6 Browse through the latest Rural Pact resources on rural mobility: bit.ly/47kUFL6 #RuralVisionEU #RuralPact

Cannot join us in person for our Policy Lab? No worries! Watch the live stream on the 28 November on our YouTube channel👉 https://bit.ly/4eLVtuh Find more information on the event here: https://bit.ly/3BKrBRk #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

What are innovative ways to deliver general and specialised health services? ·  Enable telemedicine & mobile health: Supportive regulations and infrastructure are key ·  Bridge the digital divide: Integrate tech education into healthcare curriculums and empower communities to use health technologies ·  Learn from global models: Explore integrated solutions like intersectoral committees and smart villages ·  Design for inclusion: Collaborate with patients, practitioners, and IT experts to create intuitive telemedicine platforms. Offline access is essential for remote areas For more info, check out the highlights report of our webinar on rural health: bit.ly/3X40xVe Read on to discover policy initiatives & local projects tackling issues such as medical deserts and access to health services! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

The two complementary programs KEM and KLAR! were set up in Austria to support the country in their climate mitigation and adaptation efforts. KEM supports regions in transitioning to renewable energy, while KLAR! assists regions in climate change adaptation. Both programs operate through a bottom-up approach. Learn more about inspirational projects and practices in the highlights report of our webinar on climate: https://bit.ly/4df3ZSW Klima- und Energiefonds EU Environment and Climate CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency LIFE Programme Climate Alliance Pathways2Resilience EU Environment and Climate European Environmental Bureau Institute for European Environmental Policy (IEEP) Euromontana ECOLISE MountResilience

It is time to act for the benefit of rural residents and make the EU’s shared vision for rural areas a reality! National and regional governments are already stepping up to support these efforts. Discover those who have already formally committed to the #RuralPact: bit.ly/47Pojbm Find out how public authorities can join the Pact and act for the #RuralVisionEU: bit.ly/40o6HBK AREPO Quality Vereniging Vlaamse Provincies (VVP) Enabel Bundesministerium für Land- und Forstwirtschaft, Regionen und Wasserwirtschaft European Committee of the Regions ERRIN ESPON Programme Sosiaali- ja terveysministeriö ELY-keskus - Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment Finnish Food Authority | Ruokavirasto | Livsmedelsverket Norwegian Smart Care Cluster Région Normandie Métropole Rouen Normandie Styrelsen for Grøn Arealomlægning og Vandmiljø Grand Est-Europe Région Bretagne Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes EU CAP Network Netzwerk Zukunftsraum Land Ruralni razvoj RH Landbrugsstyrelsen Netwerk Platteland / Regieorganisatie GLB Réseau national Agricultures et Ruralités CAP Network Ireland Rete Rurale Nazionale Fondi.eu Landsbygdsnätverket Spanish Rural Development Network ARCA. Associació d’Iniciatives Rurals i Marítimes de Catalunya Andalucía Rural ARA European Rural Community Alliance - ERCA Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR)

The Rural Agenda of Catalonia is a coordinated effort between regional government resources and CAP funding. Implementation of the Agenda is supported by three critical bodies: -           Interministerial Commission on Rural Governance -           Rural Pact Steering Committee -           Parliamentary follow-up commission A bottom-up approach and a high level of trust between actors are essential components of the process. Learn more in the highlights report of our dedicated Policy Lab: bit.ly/3WXoZI3 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU European LEADER Association for Rural Development - ELARD Rural NEET Youth Observatory ODRAZ-Sustainable Community Development European Committee of the Regions European Rural Community Alliance - ERCA SMEunited Euromontana Diesis Network Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) ECOLISE Sustainable Hub to Engage into Rural Policies with Actors (SHERPA) GRANULAR - Giving rural actors novel data and re-useable tools to lead public action in rural areas EU CAP Network Spanish Rural Development Network ARCA. Associació d’Iniciatives Rurals i Marítimes de Catalunya Andalucía Rural ARA

Meet Recycling Farm Plastics, a finalist in the #ARIAwards24 under the Environmental Protection category 👏 This Finnish project develops sustainable ways to manage and recycle agricultural plastic waste. It maps waste types on farms and improves logistics, creating a service for efficient collection and recycling ♻️ Collaboration among farmers, researchers, and industry experts has led to innovative guidelines and business models to reduce waste across the agricultural chain. 🗳️ Cast your vote now and choose who your favourite project is: europa.eu/!tkHmTm