RISE Training in Cáceres: Empowering Youth for a Climate-Positive Future

March 17, 2026

The RISE training in Cáceres brought together young people from across Europe to build skills in climate advocacy, resilience, and sustainability through non-formal education.

Mostar Lights the Way: ROOT WB Project Launches, Sparking Regional Dialogue

March 17, 2026

The ROOT WB project officially launched in Mostar, bringing together regional partners to promote civic engagement and strengthen European values in the Western Balkans.

ALDA Italia APS e Villa Fabris: una sinergia che continua

March 17, 2026

Villa Fabris in Thiene will host the ASPIRA project, supporting NEET youth through coaching, workshops, and local partnerships to foster inclusion and opportunities.

Advancing Inclusive Metropolitan Transitions: MICAD General Assembly in Barcelona

March 17, 2026

From 18 to 20 February, ALDA participated in the MICAD General Assembly in Barcelona, contributing to discussions on inclusive climate and digital transitions and supporting the development of metropolitan roadmaps.

Connecting Rural Communities to European Democracy: ALDA at ProVote in Brașov

March 13, 2026

An international workshop held in Brașov on 10 March 2026 brought together local authorities, civil society representatives and European networks to explore ways of strengthening democratic participation in rural and remote communities.

SG4Y-CLIMATE Kick-Off Meeting in Istanbul: Empowering Youth for Democratic and Inclusive Climate Action

March 11, 2026

The SG4Y-CLIMATE Kick-Off Meeting in Istanbul gathered partners and stakeholders from Türkiye, Romania, and Moldova to promote youth involvement in climate action and strengthen inclusive climate governance through smart digital solutions.

Ovruch and Saint-Brieuc strengthen cooperation in renewable energy development

March 9, 2026

An international webinar brought together representatives of Ovruch (Ukraine) and Saint-Brieuc (France) to exchange experience on renewable energy development, energy resilience and local energy transition. The initiative, supported by the ALDA network, strengthens decentralised cooperation between Ukrainian and European municipalities.

Ekrem İmamoğlu awarded the 2026 Mayor Paweł Adamowicz Award for defending local democracy

March 6, 2026

Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul currently imprisoned in Turkey, has been awarded the 2026 Mayor Paweł Adamowicz Award for his defence of democracy and local governance. ALDA Secretary General Antonella Valmorbida attended the ceremony in Brussels as a member of the selection committee.

Local Democracy at the Core of Ukraine’s Resilience and Recovery

February 27, 2026

Four years after the full-scale invasion, Ukraine’s resilience is visible in the continued functioning of its municipalities and local institutions. In 2025, ALDA strengthened its commitment through international coordination, institutional partnerships and concrete support on the ground, ensuring that decentralisation and participatory governance remain at the heart of Ukraine’s recovery and European integration.

All Digital Weeks 2026 Launch: Digital Well-being for a Competitive Europe

February 19, 2026

On 10 March 2026, the launch of All Digital Weeks 2026 will bring policymakers, practitioners and digital inclusion experts to Brussels to explore how digital well-being can strengthen participation, safety and rights across Europe. Join the discussion on building a competitive, inclusive and human-centred digital society.

Strengthening the Voices of Remote and Rural Areas: Contribute to the ProVote Initiative

February 19, 2026

Across Europe, citizens in remote and rural areas often face structural barriers in accessing EU information and engaging in democratic processes. Through the CERV-funded ProVote initiative, ALDA is launching a questionnaire and a call for best practices to strengthen participation, improve local relevance of EU policies, and ensure that the voices of remote territories are fully included in Europe’s democratic future.

ALDA Engages in Youth Climate Action Network Project in Nairobi

February 18, 2026

In February 2026, ALDA joined the Youth Climate Action Network (YCAN) Kick-Off Meeting in Nairobi, contributing to workshops on communication, youth engagement, and community-based climate action. The initiative strengthened cooperation between European and African young leaders, fostering international collaboration and practical solutions to address climate change.

Presentato a Thiene il progetto ASPIRA! a sostegno dei giovani NEET

February 16, 2026

Il 29 gennaio 2026 si è tenuto a Thiene l’evento di lancio del progetto ASPIRA!, iniziativa finanziata da Fondazione Cariverona e coordinata da ALDA Italia APS per coinvolgere i giovani NEET dell’Alto Vicentino. Attraverso laboratori, attività formative e momenti di restituzione alla comunità, il progetto mira a rafforzare motivazione, competenze e opportunità di inserimento lavorativo.

ALDA Italia: in prima linea nella promozione dell’inclusione sociale grazie al progetto RESPIRO

February 13, 2026

Nel quadro del progetto RESPIRO, finanziato da Fondazione Cariverona, ALDA Italia promuove il diritto alla salute e l’inclusione sociale sostenendo l’ambulatorio popolare di Caracol e organizzando un laboratorio partecipativo sulle tematiche di genere, volto a contrastare discriminazioni e rafforzare la coesione comunitaria.

Contributing to the EU Democracy Shield: ALDA Highlights the Role of Local Democratic Resilience

February 9, 2026

On 4 February 2026, ALDA contributed to the EU Democracy Shield consultation, highlighting the importance of local democratic resilience, civil society empowerment, and community-based approaches to counter democratic pressures in Europe and its neighbourhood.

Shaping Democratic Renewal: Antonella Valmorbida at the Major Civil-Society Event in Strasbourg

February 9, 2026

ALDA’s Secretary General, Antonella Valmorbida, took part in the International Conference on the New Democratic Pact for Europe in Strasbourg, contributing to high-level discussions on civic space, democratic resilience, and the vital role of civil society at local level. The event reaffirmed ALDA’s commitment to strengthening local democracy as a cornerstone of democratic renewal across Europe.

Youth Power in Action: Komotini Sparks EU Democracy

February 5, 2026

Young people from eight European countries came together in Komotini for the ProVote event “Mobilising Citizens for Stronger European Democracy”, engaging in interactive workshops and discussions on youth participation, innovation, and the future of EU democracy.

Unity of Ukraine Day: Local Democracy as a Daily Act of Unity

January 22, 2026

On 22 January, Ukraine marks Unity of Ukraine Day, commemorating the 1919 Act of Unification. More than a historical milestone, unity remains a daily practice built through local democracy, community resilience, and solidarity between citizens, institutions, and European partners.