On Tuesday 20 June, AER launched its new visual identity. This new branding symbolises AER's political priority: "A Stronger Europe". This transition to a renewed AER could not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of AER during the last four years, under the presidency of Dr. Hande Ozsan Bozatli. Let us now work all together – local, regional, national … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2017
#RoR2017 – This week’s focus: Malta
Malta is a centralised state and the powers that have been delegated are those to the local government. Indeed today two levels of government exist at the central and local level. Though the centre retains power, Maltese people tend to identify themselves with their locality. In every locality one finds that people tend to be proud of their hometown or village, and are willing … [Read more...]
#ShineBright Värmland
At the AER Spring Committee meetings in London, the region of Värmland (SE) was recognised in the #ShineBright session in recognition of its leading role in Committee 2 on the topic of equal opportunities. Värmland was the first region in Committee 2 to nominate a politician for the role of Committee 2 Representative for Equal Opportunities. It is fair to say they contributed … [Read more...]
AER & R20: a winning alliance for European regions
This week (19 June 2017) AER President Magnus Berntsson was elected R20 (regions of climate action) President by the R20 Governing Board and General Assembly. AER and R20 have enjoyed a close relationship over the last years, leading to a smooth and almost expected result. After many years of technical assistance to regions throughout the world to enable their green … [Read more...]
AER & R20: where do we stand?
This week (19 June 2017) AER President Magnus Berntsson was elected R20 (regions of climate action) President by the R20 Governing Board and General Assembly. AER and R20 have enjoyed a close relationship over the last years, leading to a smooth and almost expected result. But where do we stand in our alliance with the R20 to help regions fund their green … [Read more...]
AER to speak at Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform first workshop
The Assembly of European Regions has been a key partner for Interreg Europe in setting up and implementing its Policy Learning Platform. AER is invited for the first thematic workshop to share good practices on health and well-being. Interreg Europe The Interreg Eruope programme intends to reinforce economic and social cohesion in the European Union through the promotion of … [Read more...]
#RoR2017 – This week’s focus: Brexit
The Brexit dilemma: redrawing the map The vote to leave the European Union after over 40 years membership threw up some major challenges for the United Kingdom, not least for the regions. Whilst England and Wales voted out, Scotland and Northern Ireland supported “Remain”. The First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon has repeatedly said, “Scotland will not be … [Read more...]
#ShineBright Harghita
At the AER Spring Committee meetings in London, the region of Harghita (RO) was recognised in the #ShineBright session in recognition of its leading role in Committee 3 on the youth. Harghita organised a workshop together with AER on the occasion of the European Week of Cities and Regions entitled “EU Regions Partners for Youth” which looked at the issues of young people not in … [Read more...]
#ShineBright Antalya
On the occasion of the 2017 AER MYFER Award, the region of Antalya, in Turkey presented its project of School League. The initiative aims at creating social inclusion among young people through sport. It targets school-aged youngster, especially children with fewer opportunities within municipalities of Antalya: Muratpasa, Konyalti and Dosemealti. Sport competitions create … [Read more...]
European Young Leaders is looking for Candidates!
Friends of Europe invited AER members to participate in the nomination process for their 2018 European Young Leaders (EYL40 programme). What you have to do? Send your suggestions for someone you admire, from the age of 30 to 40, who would be a high-potential candidate for EYL40! Friends of Europe Friends of Europe is a think tank which tries to bring people together by … [Read more...]
The first SEED webinar – register today
1st Webinar: ‘’Why is this award something for me?’’ 21st June 2017 from 11:00 – 12:00 h CET Webinar: Supporting the recognition of the Silver Economy in Europe in the Digital Era – Submit your application now! The Silver Economy Awards is a new initiative to reward ICT-based innovative solutions that improve the lives of European seniors and support the growth of the … [Read more...]
2017 Eurodyssey elections: call for applications for Steering Committee Chair and Members
The call for applications for Steering Committee Chair and Members is now open. The procedure can be found below. Elections at the Eurodyssey Forum According to Eurodyssey Statute 5.4 c), "the Eurodyssey Forum elects, for a mandate of two years, renewable, the Steering Committee chair and members". The positions of Steering Committee Chair and members are now open for … [Read more...]
Democratic innovation: are regions up for the challenge?
OPINION PIECE by Valentin Dupouey Regions are, along with cities, the first ring of the democratic chain that links local to global, cities to continents, grassroots initiatives to global challenges, citizens to institutions. This democratic chain is under heavy pressure but we cannot afford to see it break. The health of democracy is extremely heterogeneous … [Read more...]
#RoR2017 – This week’s focus: Regions in Finland
The article describes the Finnish regions from a number of different viewpoints. It delineates the overall politico-administrative architecture of Finland in order to place the regional councils in context. Thereafter it follows a delineation of the basic characteristics of the regions, and the tasks of the Finnish regions, emphasising both their formal characteristics as well … [Read more...]
#ShineBright Nordland
At the AER Spring Committee meetings in London, the region of Nordland (NO) was recognised in the #ShineBright. The region of Nordland received a special recognition for the work it has carried out on the Most Youth Friendly Region Award. The award is a way of raising awareness on youth participation and inclusion while shining a light on successful and transferable … [Read more...]