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YRN Spring Plenary

AER and the YRN are glad to present the agenda of the Spring Youth Regional Network plenary which will take place from Saturday 30 April to Monday 2 May in Lillehammer (Oppland/NO). In a spirit of better integration of the YRN work in the topics of the AER as well as increased contribution to the AER … [Read More...]

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Closing the loop: funding opportunities for circular economy projects

An EU Action Plan for sustainability The European Commission  Action plan for the Circular Economy wants to go beyond recycling. It raises awareness on principles such as eco design, extended warranty, lower resource use and less waste. This plan sets clear targets: The EU's action plan for a circular … [Read More...]

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Ankara bombings

AER is yet again sad and shocked to hear that a terrorist attack occurred in one of its member countries. We present our condolences to all the families touched by this dreadful crime in ‪‎Ankara‬. Yet again another reminder that we must, as we have been doing since the end of 2015 and continue doing in 2016, … [Read More...]

In Focus 2016: Revitalizing Democracy

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Regionalisation in Romania

Gratian Mihailescu, AER expert on regionalisation issues, was invited at Adevarul live to comment latests statements of Romanian prime minister Dacian Ciolos regarding decentralisation and reform of … [Read More...]

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Engage citizens?

Participation requires space as is very well highlighted in this 2010 video from the AER Youth Regional Network. And by space it's not just physical space that is meant, such as meeting rooms, but … [Read More...]

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Intern wanted for our Brussels office

Internship (Brussels) Event Management - starting date ASAP   General information The Assembly of European Regions is the political organisation of the regions of Europe and a representative of their interests at the European and international levels. Its mission: to defend the interests of the … [Read More...]

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1st Call of Urban Innovative Actions is open!

AER would like to raise the awareness of member regions and partners on the launch of the 1st call for proposals of the Urban Innovative Actions Initiative, which is open from 15 December 2015 to 31 March 2016 at 02:00pm CET. Urban Innovative Actions (UIA) is an Initiative of the European Commission that … [Read More...]

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Registrations for 2016 Spring plenaries now open!

Registrations for the plenary meetings of the AER committees open today. This series of events will feature a joint thematic session on "Communication & actions in times of crisis". The theme of this session is based on the current situation in Europe and the observation of the rise of citizens' worries … [Read More...]

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AER supports its members from Associated Countries along the European integration process

Vice-Mayor of Brcko District (BiH) visits AER Office in Brussels In course of his two-day mission to Brussels, on Friday 5 February, Mr. Esed Kadric, Vice-Mayor of Brcko District of BiH visited the AER Office in Brussels. Alexandre Brecx, on behalf of Secretary General Mathieu Mori, welcomed Mr. Kadric and … [Read More...]

AER welcomes EU Neighbourhood Policy but criticises Commission's aviation policies

AER continues its focus on migration: open Call on Integration

The European Commission’s DG Home Affairs launched a Call for Proposals on the Actions in the area of Integration within the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (2014-2020). The Fund aims at supporting actions to contribute to the efficient management of migration flows and the implementation, … [Read More...]

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Call for reference sites now open!

Is your region leading in innovation for demographic change and the silver economy? Apply for the selection of "Reference sites" of the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing! Highly inspirational ecosystems Reference Sites are highly inspirational ecosystems. They deliver creative … [Read More...]

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Together with AER, push for a better recognition of Rurality !

AER members represent the diversity of Europe. A bit more than 50% of our members are composed mainly of rural areas. A lot of focus is currently put on the EU urban agenda. Yet, a sound territorial development will only happen if urban and rural connect cleverly. It is therefore important to think and … [Read More...]

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AER Youth Regional Network back in force

We are glad to announce that the region of Oppland (NO) will welcome the YRN Spring plenary meeting from Saturday 30 April to Monday 2 May. Practical information and agendas will follow soon but please book the dates. In 2016, AER puts the theme of revitalising democracy in focus. No serious discussion on … [Read More...]

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Adrion: 1st call for proposals is open!

AER wishes to share with member regions and partners the launch of the 1st call for proposal in the framework of the Interreg V B Adriatic Ionian – ADRION Programme. The call is open from 1 February 2016 to 25 March 2016 (h: 17:00 CET). The Programme provides with the implementation of the priorities of … [Read More...]

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World Sustainable Energy Days: A focus on sustainable energy

The Energy World meets in February in Wels/Austria As one of Europe's largest annual conferences on energy efficiency and renewable energy, the WORLD SUSTAINABLE ENERGY DAYS (WSED) have grown over the past 20 years into a global meeting place for the sustainable energy community. Each year, the unique … [Read More...]

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    15 March 11:00 - 15:00
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    11 April 15:00 - 14 April 14:00
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Meet Ana Tomanova Makanova, AER Vice-President for Equal Opportunities and Inclusion

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“On y va – auf geht’s – let’s go!” is open for applicants

“On y va – auf geht’s – let’s go!” is open for applicants

The ideas competition "On y va – auf geht's – let's go!" aims to support active citizenship in … [Read More...]

Let’s develop a new project together!

Let’s develop a new project together!

The Province of Gelderland (NL) works on a fundamentally new approach to healthcare. Due to … [Read More...]

Partner search: project proposal within Europe for Citizens

Partner search: project proposal within Europe for Citizens

The European Association for Local Democracy (ALDA) is looking for partners to join a new project … [Read More...]

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