Vania Freitas has been appointed by the Executive Board as Secretary General of the Assembly of European Regions (AER). Previously in charge of institutional relations and advocacy for the AER, Vania Freitas brings to the network over fifteen years of experience in developing political priorities and strategies for membership-based organisations in international contexts. … [Read more...]
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A dense year for the Working Group on Mental Health
The Working Group on Mental Health, established in Autumn 2023, aims to facilitate knowledge sharing between regions in wider Europe. The group is chaired by Daniel Schützer County Councillor from Värmland (SE), who is supported in his engagement by Kaltum Hussein as the Seconded Officer for the Working Group. The Working Group works closely with the Youth Regional Network, … [Read more...]
Working Group on Green Hydrogen: A year in activities
The working group on green hydrogen, established in Autumn 2022, facilitates knowledge sharing between regions in wider Europe. The group is chaired by Albert Castellanos, Catalonia (ES), who is supported in his work by two Seconded Officers: Albert Ballbé and Elena Herrero Pérez. Below is a recap of the activities carried out in the context of the Working Group on Green … [Read more...]
New Chair for the Working Group on the Bioeconomy!
The working group on the bioeconomy, established in Spring 2022, facilitates knowledge sharing, experience, and best practices between regions in wider Europe. On June 12, 2024, Nataša Ritonija, representative from East Slovenia (SI) was nominated as the new chair of the group. She will be supported in her engagement by is Brina Lazar, as Seconded Officer for the Working … [Read more...]
Highlights from the 2024 AER General Assembly & Spring Bureau meeting | 8th Black Sea Summit | Batumi, Ajara
The AER 2024 General Assembly, the Spring Bureau Meeting, the Bioeconomy Working Group meeting and the 8th Black Sea Summit took place from the 12 to 14 of June in the vibrant city of Batumi, in the Autonomous Republic of Ajara. The three-day event gathered regional representatives and stakeholders across all of Europe and represented an opportunity to foster interregional … [Read more...]
Bioeconomy: resources for policymakers
The ambition of the AER Working Group on the Bioeconomy is to facilitate exchanges among European regions to share challenges and opportunities and prepare for future partnerships and projects. In this context, the AER Secretariat mapped a series of resources to help policymakers navigate the abundance of online resources and information. Knowledge for … [Read more...]
Internship: Policy & Knowledge Transfer [CLOSED]
Dates: October 2024-March 2025 Duration: 6 months Location: Strasbourg (FR) The Assembly of European Regions (AER) is the largest independent network of regions in wider Europe. Bringing together regions from 35 countries, AER is the political voice of its members and a forum for interregional cooperation. Profile Candidates should have a general understanding of … [Read more...]
Farewell message of AER Secretary General
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...]
A moving study visit to Odesa
On 23 April 2024 the AER Working Group on Mental Health organised a study visit to Odesa. The event which was moderated by Kaltum Hussein, International advisor in Värmland (SE), was organised in two main parts: First a part on mental and physical rehabilitation, and second, a part on education and addressing the needs of children in the context of the war in … [Read more...]
The Role of Regions in Decarbonising Europe
Last month, Albert Ballbé, programme manager at the General Directorate of Industry at the Government of Catalonia, who is also leading the activities of the AER Working Group on Green Hydrogen, contributed to the European Backbone Talk "Why Regions Matter" organised by Hydrogen Metropole Ruhr. An integrated hydrogen economy Regions have a pivotal role in shaping the … [Read more...]
Applications for Elections in AER – General Assembly 2024
The General Assembly is the highest authority of AER and convenes representatives of all its full members. The General Assembly charges the Executive Board to implement its decisions. All procedures on elections are overseen by the Election Committee. At the AER General Assembly 2024 on 13 June in Batumi, the following positions are up for elections: 1 Vice President of … [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...]
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...]
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