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SUMMARY:[Register!] YRN workshop - Sustainable Pathways: Youth-led Foresight for Territorial development
DESCRIPTION:On the 5th of October\, at 12:00 pm CET (Tirana time)\, the Youth Regional Network (YRN) invites you to join an inspiring two-hour workshop on the theme: “Sustainable Pathways: Youth-led Foresight for Territorial development”. The workshop is organised by the YRN Committee on Green and Sustainable Europe\, in cooperation with two NGOs: RESU (Reinforce Sustainability) and NGA (Next Generation Advocates). \n \nRESU (Reinforce Sustainability) is an NGO dedicated to safeguarding the environment. It offers expert guidance and support to individuals and communities. Their mission is to empower people with the knowledge and tools they need to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to a sustainable community. \nNGA (Next Generation Advocates) is a youth-focused NGO dedicated to equip them with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence to participate meaningfully in political decision-making. Their goals is to empower youth to become active agents of change and shape a better future for all. \nWhat to expect from the workshop?\nCollaborate with experts from RESU and Next Gen Advocates and explore innovative green policies and practical solutions. Gain a deeper understanding of environmental concepts\, discover actionable steps for creating more sustainable communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, engage\, ask questions\, and connect with like-minded individuals. \nLocation – Tirana and online \nThe workshop will be hybrid: participants based in Tirana will join in person at the RESU offices (Rruga Naim Frasheri Pallati 24\, Tirana 1023)\, and the event is also open to online participants. The Zoom link will be provided to the registered participants only. \nThe workshop participants will receive an official certificate of participation from the YRN\, upon request in the registration form. \n \nFor any questions and for the Zoom link\, please reach out to the Chair of the YRN Committee for Green & Sustainable Europe\, Marsel Haka\, at yrn.tc-green-sustainable@aer.eu.
URL:https://aer.eu/events/register-yrn-workshop-sustainable-pathways-youth-led-foresight-for-territorial-development/
CATEGORIES:YRN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20241008T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20241008T103000
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Briefing on the Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION:The AER Working Group on the Bioeconomy is inviting all AER members interested in working on the Bioeconomy to join a Breakfast Briefing on Circular Bioeconomy Strategies at the AER Brussels Office (Rue d’Arlon 63-67). \nThe event is organised together with key representatives from the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI) for the pilot region of Podravje. \nJoin us to receive first-hand insights into how this topic is being addressed within the European Commission\, and discuss possible project ideas together with like-minded peers from other regions\, around coffee and croissants. \n\nEvent reserved for AER members only \n  \nAgenda Breakfast Briefing Bioeconomy(1)\nThe AER Working Group on the Bioeconomy\nThe working group currently includes 16 regions to exchange and innovate policies and practices: Innlandet (NO)\, Värmland (SE)\, Gelderland (NL)\, Flevoland (NL)\, Fribourg (CH)\, Donegal (IE)\, Udaras na Gaeltachta (IE)\, Adana (TR)\, Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality (TR)\, Grand Est (FR)\, Dolj (RO)\, Tirana (AL)\, Valencia (ES)\, East Slovenia (SI)\, West Slovenia (SI)\, and Umbria (IT). Any member of the working group can propose an activity. \nIt’s Possible to Join Anytime!\nAER members can join an AER working Group at any time. To join the AER Working Group on the Bioeconomy\, exchange with peers\, and contribute to shaping future activities\, please fill in this short registration form. To catch-up with the activities of the working group\, check this link. \nAER members can also propose new working groups on topics of interest\, fostering innovation and impactful change. \n  \n 
URL:https://aer.eu/events/breakfast-briefing-on-the-bioeconomy/
CATEGORIES:AER Events,AER Working Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20241009T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20241009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T082411
CREATED:20240705T074840Z
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SUMMARY:European Week of Regions & Cities | Workshop 'Skills: (EU)Belong here - How intercultural strategies can boost talent attraction and retention'
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 9 October 2024 in Brussels for the AER Workshop during the 2024 edition of the European Week of Regions and Cities. \nWorkshop ‘Skills: (EU)Belong here – How intercultural strategies can boost talent attraction and retention’\nThe Intercultural Regions Network and the AMIF-funded project EU-Belong provide a blueprint for shaping regions’ policies and strategies via an intercultural approach. This workshop explains how this approach can help regions to boost diversity\, and attract and retain the talent they need to prosper in the green\, digital and demographic transitions. It will address the challenges in this area and show the importance of collaboration between levels of government and the relevant stakeholders. \nSpeakers: \n\nAndrew McNulty\, Arts and Cultural Diversity Officer\, Donegal County Council\nLara Prociatti: Project Manager – Skills and Territories for Innovation Unit\, ART-ER Attractiveness Research Territory\nLupe Moreno Iturriaga: Deputy Director General of Migration\, Refuge and Anti-Racism Coordination\, Ministry of Equality and Feminisms (tbc)\n\nModerator:  \n\nEmanuela Pisanó: European Project manager\, Assembly of European Regions\n\nDon’t forget to register for the workshop! \nAbout the European Week of Regions and Cities 2024\nThe European Week of Regions and Cities 2024 with its motto “Empowering Communities” takes place in Brussels 7-10 October. \nGet ready to share ideas\, connect with regions and cities from all over Europe\, expand your network and knowledge\, all while keeping up with the latest in regional and cohesion policy. Discover over 100 sessions\, ranging from EU sessions\, political workshops and participatory labs to short innovative formats\, falling under four themes: \n\nCompetitiveness and convergence: two sides of the same coin\nRegions strengthening European democracy\nSmart and sustainable growth for regions\nRegions got talent\n\nDiscover the whole programme and sign up for sessions to get the most out of the EURegionsWeek 2024!
URL:https://aer.eu/events/european-week-of-regions-cities-workshop-skills-eubelong-here-how-intercultural-strategies-can-boost-talent-attraction-and-retention/
LOCATION:Albert Borschette Congress Center\, Brussels\, Rue Froissart 36\, Brussels\, 1040\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:AER Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241019
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SUMMARY:Partner Leadership Programme: 'Dúiche' - Capitalising on Culture\, Competing on Difference—Why and How Place Matters?
DESCRIPTION:What is “Dúiche”? \nThis Workshop is named Dúiche from the Irish word for native place\, derived from the root ‘dú’\, meaning earth or land. Dúiche emphasises a sense of belonging\, identity and responsibility\, and stresses the interconnectedness of place\, people\, culture\, language and the ecological balance between human and non-humans. \nThis Workshop at Irish College Leuven (BE) is designed to inspire\, and stimulate the development of internationally- competitive European enterprises rooted in unique places through the creation of ‘real value’. It is not a business or entrepreneurship ‘bootcamp’. Rather\, it is an integrated mix of reflective lectures\, discussions\, study visits\, guest speakers and hands-on case studies\, all designed to foster sustainable and innovative enterprises\, especially in marginal regions throughout Europe. \nBackground\nAt a time when national economies and societies are increasingly questioning the impact of\nthe homogenising forces of globalisation and the relative risks and rewards of complex\nglobal supply chains\, the ‘local’ matters more than ever. If anything\, the consequences of\nthe pandemic have only heightened interest in ‘place-based’ enterprises. \nThroughout Europe\, indigenous enterprises\, especially those characterised by a commitment to authenticity and possessed of an ecologically and socially sustainable mind- set\, offer a critical counterbalance to rootless multinationals. Sense of place\, distinctiveness\, identity\, the arts\, character\, culture and commerce are inextricably linked in ways that extend well beyond the ‘cultural industries.’ \nIn today’s experience economy\, meaning\, tradition\, authenticity\, culture\, language\, and sense of place are often key elements in attaining a competitive advantage by ‘scaling deeper’ – that is\, rooting sustained competitive advantage in distinctive and authentic (including intangible) local resources. \nDistinctive cultural and natural resources stimulate imagination\, creativity\, innovation and entrepreneurship while promoting shared value creation\, global citizenship\, ecological integrity and community regeneration. \nMajor Themes & Who Should Attend\nSome of the topics covered in the Workshop include: \n– Authenticity and Tradition\n– Place\, Sense of Place and Rootedness\n– Real Value\, Meaning and Purpose\n– Place-Based Enterprises and Transformative Experiences\n– Community Development and Cooperative Enterprises\n– Competitive Advantage of Distinctive Local Resources\n– Scaling Deeper \nThe workshop is ideal for: \nExecutives in development agencies and community development practitioners\,\npublic officials and policy makers engaged in supporting economic\, social\, and\ncultural development\, and supporting SMEs\, especially those located in marginal\nregions throughout the EU. \nEntrepreneurs\, social entrepreneurs\, potential entrepreneurs and business owners\,\nespecially those who might benefit from understanding more about place-based and\nsustainable ventures in sectors such as food\, tourism\, crafts\, renewables\, the\ncreative economy\, the green economy\, marine resources and the digital economy. \nCost of Workshop\nThe cost of the workshop is EUR 1\,750. You can purchase a ticket directly HERE. For any questions\, please contact reception@irishcollegeleuven.eu \nView the Brochure!\nDúiche Brochure \n 
URL:https://aer.eu/events/partner-leadership-programme-duiche-capitalising-on-culture-competing-on-difference-why-and-how-place-matters/
LOCATION:Irish College Leuven\, Janseniusstraat 1\, Leuven\, 3000\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Other Events,Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Challenges in Today’s Youth - A Regional Perspective\, Primorje-Gorski Kotar\, 22-23 October
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the enchanting Rijeka\, former European Capital of Culture\, the seat of the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County\, future European Region of Gastronomy and European Region of Sport! \nIn the context of the AER Working Group on Mental Health\, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is inviting all AER members to a conference on: Mental Health Challenges in Today’s Youth – A Regional Perspective\, which will feature regional practices and experts from all over wider Europe. \nCurrent needs in terms of mental health and wellbeing are on the rise all over Europe in a context of polarisation and a decline in the popularity of human rights. Recent events in the macroregion have raised concerns around violence at school and the impact of social media\, fake news and isolation to name a few. \nAt global level there are major concerns around youth mental health\, which is also a main topic for the AER working group on mental health and one raised by the YRN. \nMental health is a key resource for coping with the changes and crises that are occurring in our everyday lives. Economic crisis\, explosion of violence\, war migration and growing demographic change\, further acceleration of digitization and introduction of artificial intelligence inevitably enhances social differences and the gap between those who have social and personal resources and those who are lagging behind. \nThe complexity of the topic of mental health\, especially in the younger population\, requires interdisciplinary and intersectoral cooperation. The conference is envisaged as an opportunity to share insights about risk factors and contemporary changes the younger generations are facing. Through the exchange of experiences\, best practices and innovative approaches to prevention\, treatment and rehabilitation of all types of addiction\, risk behaviours and associated conditions\, the conference aims to find potential new solutions to current challenges through an interdisciplinary approach based on cooperation. \nIf you would like your region to be featured in the programme of this event\, please contact AER Coordinator Policy & Knowledge Transfer Coordinator Johanna Pacevicius \n  \nDraft programme\nPlease note that the programme\, practical information and registration form are all to be found directly on the event website \nPhoto credit: xbrchx
URL:https://aer.eu/events/save-the-date-conference-on-mental-health-and-youth-primorje-gorski-kotar-22-23-october/
LOCATION:Rijeka\, Rijeka\, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County\, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska)
CATEGORIES:AER Events,AER Working Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20241031T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20241103T080000
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SUMMARY:Youth Regional Network | Capacity-building weekend in Zürich
DESCRIPTION:Save the date and register! The AER Youth Regional Network (YRN) will gather in Zürich (Switzerland) for a capacity-building weekend\, from the 31st of October to the 3rd of November 2024! We warmly thank the Canton of Zürich for hosting and co-organising the event\, and for their commitment to ensuring youth participation in civic and political life. \nThe event is open to all members of the YRN\, and to AER members working on youth issues\, such as regional politicians in charge of Youth\, or the Youth Coordinators in regional administrations. \nThe event is coordinated by the Canton of Zürich\, the YRN Presidium (President\, Vice-President and Chairs of the Thematic Committees)\, and the AER Secretariat. Participants are expected to arrive on the 31st of October (a welcome dinner is planned)\, and will depart on Sunday 3rd November throughout the day. \n  \nCLICK HERE FOR THE DRAFT AGENDA\n \n  \nThe event will start with a panel discussion on the topic of “Enhancing youth participation in democratic life: sharing best practices and challenges from Zürich and the Youth Regional Network”. \nThe YRN Committees will organise capacity-building workshops on their respective topics: Youth Participation\, Gender Equality\, Mental Health\, and Green and Sustainable Europe. \nCultural activities will allow the participants to learn more about the City of Zürich. \nThe event will be joined by local stakeholders involved in youth participation and inclusion\, such as the Chancellor of the Canton of Zürich\, a Government Councillor\, the Head of the Koordinationsstelle Teilhabe\, and the Zürich Youth Parliament. \nSolidarity Fund\nYoung participants whose travel costs cannot be supported by their region\, a regional council\, a youth regional council\, a youth organisation\, etc.\, may apply to the YRN Solidarity Fund. If accepted\, the organisers will cover up to 350€ of your travel and accommodation costs\, as a reimbursement by bank transfer after your attendance to the entire event\, and if you provide all necessary supportive documents (invoices\, receipts\, original boarding passes\, train tickets\, bus tickets). The reimbursement may exceed 350€ depending on the final number of participants. Please wait for a confirmation by the AER Secretariat and the YRN Presidium before making any travel arrangements. \nAccommodation & Meals\nAll lunches and dinners are covered from Thursday dinner to Saturday dinner. \nThe participants are expected to book their accommodation themselves. The Canton of Zürich recommends the ho(s)tels below\, but participants are free to book in any ho(s)tel of their choice. The event’s main venue will be the historical town hall in Zürich\, the “Rathaus” (address: Rathaus\, Limmatquai 55\, Zürich)\, so participants may want to book an accommodation at a walking distance\, or with direct public transportation to the venue. \nRecommended ho(s)tels: \n\nJugendherberge Zürich (youth hostel) | Available on: youth hostel.ch; booking.com\nIbis Budget Zurich City West | Available on: Accor website; booking.com\nNovotel Zurich City West | Available on: Accor website; booking.com\nIbis Zürich City West | Available on: Accor website; booking.com\n\nHow to attend the event?\nPlease fill in the application form by clicking on the button below. Please do not make any travel arrangements until your participation is confirmed by the organisers. \nWho to contact?\nPlease contact the AER Secretariat at l.weber@aer.eu and the YRN Presidium at presidium.yrn@aer.eu for any question you may have.
URL:https://aer.eu/events/register-youth-regional-network-capacity-building-weekend-in-zurich/
LOCATION:Rathaus Zürich\, Zürich\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:YRN Events
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