Dear AER members, partners and friends, In March, I have announced my intention to take on a new professional challenge. As agreed with the Board, I have passed the baton to our Institutional Relations & Advocacy Coordinator, Vania Freitas who is now managing the Secretariat as Interim Secretary General until my successor is chosen. Definitely: It has been a highly … [Read more...]
Upcoming management change at the AER
The Assembly of European Regions (AER) is preparing for a change at the helm of its Secretariat: Secretary General Christian Spahr has announced his intention to take on a new professional challenge. Following consultation with the Executive Board, he will pass the baton at the end of April to the AER Institutional Relations & Advocacy Coordinator, Vania Freitas who will … [Read more...]
The AER is hiring its new Secretary General (Applications CLOSED)
About the Assembly of European Regions The Assembly of European Regions (AER) is not just the largest independent network of regions in wider Europe; we are a beacon for democracy, good governance, and regional innovation. Founded in 1985, our mission is to empower regions and foster a sustainable future through collaboration. With over 130 member regions from more than 25 … [Read more...]
The AER is hiring a Financial and Administrative Manager (Strasbourg/Brussels) (Applications CLOSED)
Do you have a strong background in financial management? Do you enjoy providing high-quality administrative support to a team? And do you have work experience e.g., in an association, with EU-funded projects, in an international environment or a small company? If this sounds like you, you might be our new Financial and Administrative Manager (full-time). You will handle the … [Read more...]
The Interreg Europe programme is welcoming seven new countries!
Interreg Europe, one of the most known international cooperation programmes co-funded by the European Union, has now opened its doors to seven new countries: Are you from one of these regions or you wish to build a partnership with one of these regions? Then this is the perfect occasion to join forces and build a solid project partnership! The programme is organising an … [Read more...]
Interreg NEXT MED Programme: The First Call for Proposals is OPEN!
The new Interreg NEXT ‘Mediterranean Sea Basin’ (NEXT MED) Programme launched its first call for proposals! The Programme is a transnational cooperation initiative all about bridging the countries of the Mediterranean area to build partnerships in acting towards a more sustainable future. The novelty of the Programme lies within the broadened area of action: Algeria … [Read more...]
AER Manifesto for the European Elections 2024: Trust in the Future Through Stronger Regions
In a world in turmoil, building trust in the future passes through fostering stronger local and regional democracies. The AER Manifesto for the European Elections 2024 underlines the importance of involving regional governments in European crisis management, and in creating a prosperous, sustainable, inclusive, and politically integrated Europe – especially in view of the … [Read more...]
Current Areas of Action
The AER develops its areas of action consistently with members' priorities, EU policies and relevant trends in regional affairs in wider Europe. The AER Areas of Action are updated regularly and subject to changes. #AER4EUelections: Building Trust in Democracy Hope in the future, political dialogue and community-building are the key drivers of the AER … [Read more...]