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(8/8) What did we learn at the first Impact Day of VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau, #MEET4IMPACT#MEET4IMPACT and Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement)? That you have a great job which is more meaningful than ever. Evelyne Bardyn, head of VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau, closed the first Impact Day. She rightly spoke of a successful conference, which brought together 120 experts from Australia, North America, and across Europe. Or to put it in her own words: "Today is an important milestone. Today marks the beginning of a future - a future where meaningful conferences have an even greater, long-term impact, with lasting positive effects on host communities and their residents." So our industry is truly at a crossroads, to grow into an “agent of change.” That makes our work more meaningful than ever. So let's go to work, we have a great job ❤️🔥 #conferences #impact #associations #innovation #change

Why the EFL Conference in Leeds is an Event You Can’t Afford to Miss As housing professionals, we all know that the stakes have never been higher. #Decarbonisation, #ESG frameworks, and sustainable housing solutions aren’t just buzzwords—they're the new reality that will shape our industry for decades to come. But here’s the question: are we doing enough to stay ahead of the curve? If you’re serious about leading your organization through these challenges, the European Federation for Living (EFL) Conference in Leeds from November 6–8 is where you need to be. Here’s why: #Decarbonisation is not optional. Regulations are tightening, and housing portfolios across Europe are under intense scrutiny. The EFL Conference will feature cutting-edge strategies from some of the most innovative housing associations in Europe, showing exactly how they’re tackling this challenge head-on. ESG is more than just a framework—it’s the future. Are you fully aligned with ESG requirements, or are you playing catch-up? At the conference, you’ll hear firsthand from organizations that are setting the standard in environmental, social, and governance practices. These are practical insights you can apply immediately. Network with the best. The EFL is a unique community of housing professionals, innovators, and thought leaders. Whether you’re looking to collaborate on new ideas, find partners for upcoming projects, or simply get inspired, the opportunities to connect are unparalleled. Why Leeds? Why Now? Leeds is the perfect backdrop for this event. Hosted by Places for People, one of the UK's leading housing associations, the conference offers a front-row seat to their approach to sustainability and community impact. And with the clock ticking on decarbonisation goals, the timing couldn't be better for us to come together, share best practices, and drive real change. Join us in Leeds. This isn’t just another conference. It’s an opportunity to transform your approach to the most pressing issues our sector faces. Don’t wait—register now and take your seat at the table where the future of housing is being shaped.

Thanks to European Large Families Confederation (ELFAC) and all the organizers of this congress who gave us the opportunity to become part of this network for share professional experiences and create family-friendly areas. We promote the #circulareconomy and #ecosustainability, reducing the impact of #WEEE waste, with the aim of "0 waste". From this philosophy, the WEEKO 2025 Agenda was born, with the aim of satisfying social and environmental needs, in line with the UN Agenda 2030. Our desire to create partnerships with universities and non-profit organizations has led us to achieving an important recognition from "Il Sole 24Ore", which placed us among the 10 best Italian companies operating in the sustainability sector. For us too, it is essential to create a #familyfriendly cultural, social and economic environment and implement concrete actions to encourage young people to enhance the territory, accompanying them in the transition to adult life. The EU has allocated significant resources to support #digitaltransformation. This is an unprecedented opportunity to increase your resilience and pursue a humane and sustainable vision for society throughout the digital decade in order to empower citizens and businesses. Together we work for a better world!

Happy #worldcitiesday to those who celebrate! Great to team up with our colleagues from Centre for Cities for an event on the growing international influence of cities featuring Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr OBE and Anna Lisa Boni as well as our very own Cllr Huw Thomas, leader of Cardiff City Council. A few takeaways from us: 1. Awareness of the power of cities is growing among national decision makers, but there is still some work to do, particularly on climate policy. 2. Nation's pledge but it is cities that often deliver. They are the places with the scale of population, business and expertise to really engage with the big issue. 3. Co-operation is in cities' DNA, it is our default and while we will always fight hard for urban issues, we understand the power of co-design with national Governments. Also, at Core Cities we rightly complain about national centralisation, but in Freetown, Mayor Aki-Sawyer doesn't even have the powers she needs to fix the pavements! 🤯 Watch the whole discussion - https://lnkd.in/enHMDhCG

📅 Friday 29 November - join us to debate how we make 'mission-driven change work'. 🔊 State of the region - what we've achieved through pan-regional working and what's next? What's coming down the track? From #Invest2035 #IndustrialStrategy to #Devolution, from #PlanningReforms to progressing #NatureRecovery... There's no doubt that the #science and #tech #Supercluster in #OxfordtoCambridge region is critically important to the UK economy. We'll be looking at the headwinds and tailwinds - in a fast changing economic landscape, how do we stay ahead? As we work towards delivering #missiongrowth, how do we ensure sustainability sits at the heart of the drive towards long-term, connected and environmentally distinctive 'sustained' growth? Come join this debate this a stellar line up of colleagues who are working together to advance our region. Alison Bailey Placi Espejo Nathan Vear Hilary Chipping Arthur Le Geyt Paolo Ferraro Alistair Lomax Matt Allen FCIM Mike Todman Naomi Green Will Gallagher

🔹 INSPIRE Interreg Europe Regional Stakeholder Meeting 🔹 On September 10th, our German partners held their first meeting of the regional stakeholder group in Frankfurt as part of the INSPIRE Interreg Europe project. With representatives from politics and especially including the Lahn-Dill-Wetzlar region, they explored the potential of the Smart Village concept and its relevance for rural development in Hesse.🌍 The discussions highlighted a shared consensus: Smart Villages present a promising opportunity to drive innovation and growth in rural areas. Stakeholders are eager to see how practical examples will further define this approach at our next meeting. 💡 Together, we are paving the way for a smarter, more sustainable future for rural communities! 🔗 [https://lnkd.in/d-KxNgnV] @institutfürländlicheStrukturforschung, @MercedesBindhardt, @HannaKramer #SmartVillages #Innovation #euproject #RuralDevelopment #RegionalDevelopment #DigitalTransformation #SustainableCommunities #InterregEurope #INSPIREProject #SmartRural #FutureOfRural #BeSmart

Not long now until National World plc / The Yorkshire Post officially launch The Great Northern Conference 2024, a must attend event focusing on the future of the North of England. With the recent elections and the Labour Party's pledge it is more important than ever that we address what this means for the North and how this will impact our future. The full day event will be made up of keynote & breakout panels with plenty of networking opportunities in between to engage with business leaders, local authorities, media and politicians. Panels already confirmed include Net Zero Pledge, Skills plenary, Get The North Building, Transport, Investment and Innovation. Alongside this we are still considering other key topics which need to be acknowledged. What do you think we need to voice - ideas are welcome? If you are passionate about the North and interested in being associated with as a partner/sponsor of the event, get in touch. jodie.selby@nationalworld.com Mark Harsley James Mitchinson Haroldine Lockwood Helen Lambert Zach Morman Russ Cowling Michael Druce Amanda Lee Melody Lowe Sinead Cardwell Marcus Schofield Chris Burn Greg Wright #northofengland #ourfuture #conference #northeast #northwest #yorkshire #hull #humber #innovation #investment #netzero #skills #building #projects #construction #transport #manufacturing #healthcare #digitalconnectivity #dataanddigitaltransformation #digitalconnectivity #businessleaders

Cornwall is calling for collaborators to help with Building a Sustainable Future. Regeneration, Rewilding, Replanting, Responsible materials & architecture, and Renewables are the themes that link the current opportunities in the region. There are even multiple opportunities to invest in Cornwall's unique natural environment through a newly launched initiative showcasing investment-ready natural capital projects to potential investors, buyers and funders from across the world. It gives businesses the chance to fund or invest in the environment and help fulfil their commitment to supporting nature in Cornwall. (LINC Cornwall - https://lnkd.in/dQc7KKz4 ). There are fascinating opportunities to invest in projects such as Biochar and Living Sea Walls - perfect for companies looking to meet Science Based Targets and ESG commitments. Cornwall is committed to carbon neutrality and is setting a national pace in response to the climate emergency. Meet the team at UKREiiF 2024. Cornwall Trade & Investment Treveth #regeneration #sustainablebuilding #biochar #naturalcapital #livingseawalls #sciencebasedtargets

🚨 Online registrations close today for the inaugural Australian Resource Recovery Conference in Adelaide on 16-17 October 2024. 🚨 Over two (2) days the conference will look at all #material streams and supporting #infrastructure, and explore the necessary #policy and #regulatory settings, infrastructure #planning, market #development, and the #technology available and/or needed to achieve the 2030 targets. Highlights include: 📣 Keynote panels and presentations featuring industry experts from across Australia. 💡 Eight (8) focused sessions covering policy and regulation; planning, infrastructure and investment; industry data and insights; product and market development; education and behaviour change; regional and remote case studies; technology and innovation; and recovery from disasters. 🗣 Opportunities to network at two (2) social functions - pre-conference networking drinks at the Merrymaker Rooftop Bar of Hotel Indigo and the official conference dinner at the historic Ayers House in the heart of Adelaide. Online registrations close today so do not delay! Discounts apply for WMRR members. Late registration fee applies from tomorrow. https://lnkd.in/gBD4gEJc #wmrr #warr #resourcerecovery #recycling #zerowaste #circulareconomy

🏙️ ** Who is going to host the next #CitiesForum2025 ?? **🏙️ It's official: the preparation of the 6th edition of the Cities Forum begins. The Cities Forum is the European Commission flagship event focusing on the urban dimension of the EU Cohesion Policy, organised by the European Urban Initiative **Is your city ready to welcome a major EU event?** We are reaching out to EU cities that exemplify dynamic, sustainable urban development. We're looking for cities with: - large venues in the heart of the city, - excellent accessibility for all participants. - a commitment to showcasing sustainable urban solutions. **Is your city ready to be on the spotlight ?** This is more than an opportunity to host; it's your chance to spotlight your city's achievements on a European stage, sharing your journey towards sustainability with peers, policymakers, and urban development enthusiasts from across Europe. 📅 The application window is now OPEN, with a closing date of 13 May. 📝 Don't miss out on this opportunity📝 Check the call documents today and start preparing your application. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ePiajDHj #EUI4yourcity #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableCities #EUEvents #EUCohesionPolicy #CitiesForum European Commission Région Hauts-de-France