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Multiple times per year, AER brings together regions, so that they may stand stronger together, and grow in a space of best practice exchange.
1st AER-ENoP Forum on New Forms of Democratic Engagement
Comet Louise, Place Stéphanie 20, 1050 Brussels, Belgium Comet Louise, Place Stéphanie 20, Brussels, BelgiumHow to actively involve citizens in policy development in order to regain political trust and add legitimacy to political decisions? On 1-2 June 2022, in Comet Meeting-Louise, and Online, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) and the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) will co-organise a Forum dedicated primarily to innovative and more participatory forms […]
Green (H)ydrogen: Powering Our Regions’ Future
AER Brussels Office Rue d'Arlon 63, Brussels, BelgiumYou can check out the agenda and full list of speakers HERE. Why is Europe talking about hydrogen? Hydrogen is a versatile energy source with significant potential. It can be used as a feedstock, a fuel or an energy carrier, and has many possible applications across industry in the transport, heating and construction sectors. Most […]
AERxDYPALL | CoE Study session – Climbing the ladder, capacitating youth leaders
European Youth Centre Strasbourg (EYCS) 30 Rue Pierre de Coubertin, 67000 Strasbourg, France, Strasbourg, Grand EstThe AER is partnering with the DYPALL Network and the Youth Department of the Council of Europe to host the study session Climbing the ladder - Capacitating youth leaders to facilitate youth participation in decision-making processes at the local level. This event will take place from 24 to 30 April 2022 in the European Youth […]
The World Sustainable Energy Days in Wels, Austria 2022: a great success! A review and a call for papers for the WSED 2023
The World Sustainable Energy Days in Wels, Austria 2022: a great success! A review and a call for papers for the WSED 2023: Over 650 experts from 55 countries participated in the World Sustainable Energy Days 2022 from 5-8 April – more than 60 % of them on-site! The energy transition community met in Wels/Austria […]
Includ-EU webinar “Cross-sectoral approaches to inclusive housing”
OnlineThe housing pillar of the EU’s Action Plan on Integration and Inclusion places emphasis on the need to ensure affordable accommodation and promote non-segregated, dignified, and accessible housing. In this webinar, we will discuss some of the main challenges to inclusive housing as well as explore opportunities and approaches for local and regional public authorities […]
REGISTER NOW: Unboxing the Multiannual Financial Framework Session III – Making EU funds work for your region
ZoomDate: 25 March 2022 Time: 10:00 – 12:30 CET Venue: Online (via Zoom) Background Together with the NextGenerationEU recovery instrument, the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) represents an unprecedented €1.8 trillion of funding to support Europe’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and the EU’s long-term priorities across different policy areas. It is therefore essential that Europe’s regions get training with […]
SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED: Bureau Debate on Growth, Jobs and Investment!
Online***Our first speakers have been announced — don't miss your chance to join what promises to be a fruitful discussion!*** NOTE: The registration button below is for non-members only. AER members should fill in the form HERE. The COVID-19 crisis had a profound impact on European regions and on the lives of our citizens. Businesses […]
REGISTER NOW: Online Spring Bureau & Member Engagement Meetings
ZoomWe are delighted to invite our members to register for our online Spring Bureau & Member Engagement Meetings on the 24th of March 2022. As we emerge from the pandemic, this will be an opportunity for members to set out priorities for the future of the AER on everything from political priorities to the Action Plan. You can […]
LINE-UP ANNOUNCED — Join our Bureau Debate on Sustainable Mobility & Connectivity — the Road to Recovery and the Green Transition
OnlineWant to join online?* ***UPDATE*** — we are delighted to announce that completing our panel will be Mr Ciarán Cuffe, Member of the European Parliament's Committees on Transport and Tourism and Industry, Research and Energy! According to the European Parliament, transport accounts for 30% of the EU’s total emissions. If we are to keep global temperatures […]
2021 Eurodyssey Forum
AER Brussels Office Rue d'Arlon 63, Brussels, BelgiumJoining online? Welcome the online Eurodyssey Forum 2021! We are delighted to invite our members to join the 2021 Eurodyssey Forum. This event will take place online on 2-3 December in tandem with the 2021 AER Autumn Bureau. You can view the overview programme below: Overview Programme Essential Documents: All working documents will be uploaded […]
MOVED ONLINE: AER Autumn Bureau Meeting
OnlineCOVID-19 Update: In light of the current health measures taking place in Belgium, AER has moved all of its Autumn Bureau events to fully online. We apologise for any inconveniences caused. Welcome to the AER Autumn Bureau! Following on from the success of our General Assembly and Agenda 2030 Conference in Strasbourg, we are delighted […]
Skillman International Forum Webinar: Capacity Building in Higher Education II- A European Strategy for Universities
OnlineAs part of the Skillman International Forum 2021, the AER is delighted to bring you a webinar on capacity building in higher education. Date: 17 November 2021 Time: 14:00-15:30 CET Venue: Online Skillman International Forum 2021 The Skillman International Forum 2021 is taking place from 15-18 November 2021 and plans to redefine the future of […]
Skillman International Forum 2021 Webinar: Fostering Entrepreneurship in Education and Training
OnlineAs part of the Skillman International Forum 2021, the AER is delighted to bring you a webinar on fostering entrepreneurship in education and training. Date: 16 November 2021 Time: 15:00-16:00 CET Venue: Online Skillman International Forum 2021 The Skillman International Forum 2021 is taking place from 15-18 November 2021 and plans to […]
Includ-EU Workshop: Service design to improve integration and inclusion policies and practices
OnlineThe focus of the first day of Workshop of the Includ-EU Project will be on how to rethink services in light of crises and raising awareness on the role of design in shaping better and more sustainable services. Abram El-Sabagh, expert in designing strategic solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals, will facilitate the session, in […]
AER General Assembly & Agenda 2030 Conference: Transforming Regions, Changing the World
Strasbourg 1, Place du Wacken, Strasbourg, FranceAER General Assembly The General Assembly is organised in tandem with the Agenda 2030 Conference, hosted by the Region of Grand Est (France). The General Assembly will take place on 28 October from 10:15 to 12:30 CET online and on-site at Maison de la Région, 1 place Adrien Zeller, F 67000, Strasbourg. Registration for on-site and online participation […]