Calling all budding photographers! The European Committee of the Regions, the Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) and the Assembly of European Regions are organising a photo exhibition and contest on the topic of integration of migrants and refugees in Europe. Selected pictures will be displayed at the conference "GO LOCAL: SUPPORTING REGIONS, CITIES … [Read more...]
REGIONerating Europe
As part of the European Week of Regions and Cities, AER hosted an event entitled "REGIONerating Europe" focusing on the role regions can play in regenerating the European Project as well as how citizens in the regions of Europe benefit from EU membership through Cohesion Policy, structural and development funds. The European Week of Regions and Cities is an annual four-day … [Read more...]
#EPhearings – Our Candidate for Cohesion?
This afternoon, the European Parliament hearing for Portugal's Commissioner candidate Elisa Ferreira will take place in Brussels. The proposed portfolio for Ms. Ferreira is "Cohesion and Reforms". Read the 'Mission Letter' from Commission President Von der Leyen here. As the largest independent network of regions in wider Europe, AER will follow with great interest the … [Read more...]
Elections at the Autumn Committee Plenaries
During the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries in Podčetrtek, Slovenia, elections took place to fill a number of vacancies. The following individuals were successfully elected by the respective committees: Committee 1 Vice President for Rural Development, Energy & Environment Mr. Nicola Campitelli, Abruzzo, (IT) Female Representative for Equal … [Read more...]
Plenaries in Podčetrtek
The Autumn Committee Plenaries of the Assembly of European Regions took place on 24-26 September 2019, in Podčetrtek, Slovenia. The three thematic committees (Economy & Regional Development, Social Policy & Public Health, and Culture, Education and Youth) are at the heart of AER’s work on territorial innovation, policy learning and interregional cooperation. The … [Read more...]
European Biodiversity: Protecting Primary Forests
In the context of the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries on 26 September, the AER Working Group on Rural Development hosted a Breakfast Debate on European Biodiversity: Protecting Primary Forests. Bringing together elected representatives and civil servants from across the regions of Europe, the breakfast briefing was an opportunity to decide on joint action in Europe for the … [Read more...]
Contrasted Regional Realities: The Need for Cohesion
On Tuesday 24 September at the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries in Podčetrtek, Slovenia, approximately one hundred elected representatives and civil servants came together to discuss regional realities of cohesion across the European continent. Not only can disparities within regions hamper sustainable regional development, but they also generate tensions and tough decisions … [Read more...]
AER in Conversation: The Future of Europe – with Karl-Heinz Lambertz.
During the Assembly of European Regions Bureau meeting in Larnaca, Cyprus, AER had the pleasure of welcoming President of the European Committee of the Regions, Karl-Heinz Lambertz, to discuss the Future of Europe in conversation with newly re-elected AER President Magnus Berntsson. Mr. Lambertz arrived in Cyprus a day earlier for a citizen's dialogue, part of an ongoing … [Read more...]
Have you got your finger on the pulse? We’re Hiring!
External Relations Assistant (Trainee Contract - up to 6 months) - for STUDENTS ONLY We are looking for a motivated student to join the AER Team at our Brussels Office. Under the supervision of members of the AER Team, your main tasks will be to: contribute to the external relations (communications, member relations…) strategies of AER; assist in the development and … [Read more...]
AER General Assembly: Elections 2019 in Larnaca
At the AER General Assembly on 5 June 2019, elections were held in accordance with the AER statutes. The following appointments were made by public ballot: AER PresidentMagnus Berntsson (Västra Götaland, SE) Magnus Berntsson was elected unanimously by the members of the AER General Assembly to serve a second term as AER President. AER TreasurerChristian Debève … [Read more...]
Activity Report 2018-19: Sustainability
2018-19 was a year of sustainability in more ways than one. The latest AER Activity Report, which was launched at the AER General Assembly in Larnaca on 5 June 2019, illustrates this through the medium of design. Towards A Sustainable Europe The theme of the Activity Report is derived from the AER Political Priorities which focused on economic, social, democratic and … [Read more...]
Scholarship Opportunities: Europa Forum Wachau needs you!
The Europa-Forum Wachau was founded in 1994 on the occasion of Austria's accession to the EU. Since then, the aim has been to promote the topic of Europe and to communicate it passionately to the citizens. Since 1995, 26 Prime Ministers and 32 Foreign Ministers, 3 Commissioners and over 10,000 guests have taken part in the Europa-Forum Wachau in addition to one … [Read more...]
Regions take holistic and wholehearted approach to SDGs
On the morning of 15 May 2019, AER and Oppland (NO) co-organised a Breakfast Seminar entitled "The Sustainable Development Goals and regional growth – Is it possible?", which took place at Oslo Region European Office in Brussels The sustainable development goals (SGD) call upon governments, businesses and civil society to come together and work towards a sustainable planet, … [Read more...]
Final Call: European Capital of Smart Tourism
The European Capital of Smart Tourism initiative recognises outstanding achievements by European cities as tourism destinations in four categories: sustainability, accessibility, digitalisation as well as cultural heritage and creativity. This EU initiative aims to promote smart tourism in the EU, network and strengthen destinations, and facilitate the exchange of best … [Read more...]
AER at Democracy Alive
From 11 to 13 April 2019, AER attended the Democracy Alive festival on the island of Texel, North Holland (NL). Organised by European Movement in collaboration with the European Parliament it brought together citizens, stakeholders and elected representatives for three days of discussions, workshops and entertainment on the Future of Europe and the importance of active … [Read more...]