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AER Statement on the European Day of Languages 2023

26 September, 2023 By Barbara Polin

The Assembly of European Regions (AER) is committed to the cultural development of all our member regions. Culture, and cultural diversity are key elements of regional sustainability, and language is a fundamental element of Europe’s shared cultural heritage. Read the full AER  statement on the occasion of the European Day of Languages by AER President, Albert Castellanos … [Read more...]

AER President and Vice-Presidents highlight Value of Diversity at Includ-EU Final Conference

22 September, 2023 By Johanna Pacevicius

AER President Albert Castellanos and Vice Presidents Nina Bjørby and Jean-Luc Vanraes underlined the importance of interregional collaboration and whole-of-society approaches at the Includ-EU final event on 6-7 September 2023 in Brussels. This major event culminated in a process initiated in early 2020 to set up an informal network of peers across Europe who would exchange on … [Read more...]

Regional Innovation Valleys — join AER to put regional priorities on the EU Innovation Agenda

11 August, 2023 By Justin Sammon

AER calls on members to strengthen regional perspectives on EU innovation policy, and build partnerships for future funding opportunities The European Commission has launched a call for expression of interest for Regional Innovation Valleys (RIVs), to strengthen and advance European innovation ecosystems. Under the New European Innovation Agenda, RIVs will aim … [Read more...]

AER Ukraine Focus Group—Regional Partners for Reconstruction

14 July, 2023 By Justin Sammon

AER's unique community of regional stakeholders is focusing minds to support Ukraine's recovery AER's Focus Group on Ukraine has continued work in earnest in the three months since its first meeting in Cluj-Napoca, Romania in late March. At the second meeting in Barcelona on 28 June, co-organised with the Government of Catalonia, the Focus Group was proud to welcome … [Read more...]

2022 Summer Academy wins European Citizens’ Prize

14 July, 2023 By Justin Sammon

The 2022 AER Summer Academy is one of two Irish projects selected as winners of the prestigious ‘European Citizens’ Prize’ for 2023.  Awarded every year by the European Parliament, the European Citizens’ Prize goes to projects “organised by people or organisations that encourage mutual understanding and closer integration between people in the EU, cross-border … [Read more...]

AER Activity Report 2022 — ‘Regions for the Next Generation’ is out now!

12 July, 2023 By Justin Sammon

The Assembly of European Regions is proud to present our annual Activity Report for 2021 - 2022. As 2022 was the designated the European Year of Youth by the European Commission, the theme of this year's report is fittingly titled 'Regions for the Next Generation'. In keeping with this theme, Habile Studio's cover visual shows the tertiary education rate among young people … [Read more...]

Join our new AER Task Forces!

10 July, 2023 By Vania Freitas

AER Task Force on Cohesion Policy The discussion about the future of the EU's cohesion policy is gaining momentum. In just a few years, the European Commission will unveil its proposals for the next EU programming period. Key institutional actors and stakeholders are already thinking about how cohesion policy has worked in the past and present, and they're exploring ways … [Read more...]

[PARTNER SEARCH] – Regional Innovation Valleys (RIVs)

10 July, 2023 By Anna Comacchio

Are You The Next Innlandet Partner? The Innlandet Region, home to several champions within the bio-economy sector and Norway’s cleanest industry, is looking to partner up with regions to create a strong innovation ecosystem across Europe in the field of bio-based circular economy, i.e. mainland industry driven by circular and sustainable solutions and the creation of green … [Read more...]

We’re looking for a coach for a one-off online group coaching session in June 2023!

28 April, 2023 By Johanna Pacevicius

In the context of the Includ-EU project, the Assembly of European Regions is planning an online one-off group coaching session in June 2023 to help partners of the consortium build in the sustainability of what the project generated. For this one-off online group coaching session, we are looking for a co-coach to partner with our internal coach. The project Includ-EU aims … [Read more...]

[Partner Search] Catalonia is looking to join Interreg Europe Projects on Green Hydrogen!

24 April, 2023 By Barbara Polin

Is any organisation in your region looking for project partners in the field of green hydrogen? The Region of Catalonia (Generalitat de Catalunya) is looking to join a consortium within Interreg Europe with a project on Green Hydrogen. In particular, the region is interested in launching pilot projects or sharing best practices on decarbonisation of industry and governance … [Read more...]

AER is hiring an Advocacy and Institutional Relations Manager! (APPLICATIONS CLOSED)

20 April, 2023 By Barbara Polin

Role Description Reporting directly to the Secretary General and under the guidance of the Institutional Relations & Advocacy Coordinator, the Institutional Relations & Advocacy Manager will play a central role in implementing the AER’s advocacy strategy, in collaboration with the AER’s members. The holder of this position will develop and maintain strong … [Read more...]

#HotlineCohesion – Youth4RevivingTerritories: the EU needs you(th)!

19 April, 2023 By Barbara Polin

Local, but European. Practical, but inspiring. #HotlineCohesion brings you the most interesting youth opportunities linked to EU Cohesion Policy. Should I stay or should I go? Tell the EU! Leaving home is always a tough decision. If you are younger than 29, and you are considering leaving your home region, the EU wants to hear what it is pushing or holding this … [Read more...]

#HotlineCohesion – “Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: Retaining Talents and Igniting Innovation in Europe”

6 April, 2023 By Anna Comacchio

Local, but European. Practical, but inspiring. #HotlineCohesion brings you the most interesting youth opportunities linked to EU Cohesion Policy. FACILITATING GREAT IDEAS. The European exchange programme for Entrepreneurs, aka "Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs," plays a crucial role in retaining talented individuals within European regions. By offering a unique … [Read more...]

AER Working Group on Green Hydrogen launches

5 April, 2023 By Johanna Pacevicius

The AER Working Group on green hydrogen held its kick-off meeting on 13 March 2023 to define priorities and develop activities for the coming months. (All presentations are available on the event webpage) A place to meet & exchange with peers The working group aims to be a space for targeted experience sharing, finding resources, and strategic intelligence, as well as … [Read more...]

EU-Belong: Diversity for Better Inclusion is a Shared Responsibility

31 March, 2023 By Anna Comacchio

On Tuesday 28th March, the EU Committee of the Regions was the setting for an exchange among public authorities and other stakeholders on the topic of migrants’ inclusion. In particular, the development of multi-level strategies promoting diversity as the backbone of thriving societies was showcased. The intercultural approach and its development within the EU-Belong project … [Read more...]

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