Promuovere salute, inclusione e competenze: continua il progetto RESPIRO

January 19, 2026

Il progetto RESPIRO di ALDA Italia APS promuove il diritto alla salute e il welfare generativo attraverso servizi di prossimità, partecipazione comunitaria e attività dedicate ai giovani.

POWERYOUTH Webinar Series Empowers Young People to Lead Energy Communities

January 19, 2026

On 22 December 2025, LDA Kharkiv Region hosted an online dialogue on sustainable community development in Ukraine, bringing together local authorities, experts and international partners to discuss resilience, recovery and post-war governance.

LDA Kharkiv Hosts Online Dialogue on Sustainable Community Development in War and Post-War Contexts

January 14, 2026

On 22 December 2025, LDA Kharkiv Region hosted an online dialogue on sustainable community development in Ukraine, bringing together local authorities, experts and international partners to discuss resilience, recovery and post-war governance.

Strengthening Journalism Standards: Media4EU Conference in Skopje

January 8, 2026

On 16 December in Skopje, North Macedonia, the Media4EU conference “Enhancing Media Education: Networking with EU Journalism Schools” gathered journalists, academics and local authorities to strengthen journalism standards in the context of EU integration. Through expert discussions and hands-on training, the event highlighted the crucial role of independent, ethical and well-trained local media in countering disinformation and supporting informed public debate on North Macedonia’s European perspective.

ALDA’s Migration Hub & Flagship Coordinator, Mohammed Mustafa, Elected to the Bureau of the European Migration Forum!

December 3, 2025

Post-Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 Forum takes place in Lviv: “Capitalisation and the Way Forward: Decentralisation and Local Governance at the Centre of Ukraine’s Reconstruction”, organised by ALDA and CEI.

Shared Horizons: Eighteen Young Storytellers Selected for “Bridges that Connect”

November 11, 2025

Eighteen young storytellers from the Western Balkans will bring their stories to life through Augmented Reality bridges, as part of the Shared Horizons storytelling competition led by ALDA.

Erasmus: a legacy that inspires ALDA’s Commitment to Learning and Participation

October 23, 2025

ALDA carries forward the Erasmus legacy through projects and partnerships that connect learning, inclusion, and civic participation — empowering citizens to shape democracy in Europe.

Council of Europe Standards for Civil Society: Conference in Chişinău

October 23, 2025

On 21 October 2025 in Chişinău, ALDA’s conference on “Council of Europe Standards for Civil Society and Instruments of Civic Participation” convened civil society, public authorities and international experts to advance inclusive civic space and democratic governance through standards, tools and innovative digital participation methods.

Circular Economy and Entrepreneurship at the Tallinn Conference 

October 21, 2025

ALDA took part in the “Circular Economy & Built Environments: From Vision to Implementation” conference on 11–12 September 2025 in Tallinn, Estonia, organised within the Circular Design Alliance (CiD) project. The event gathered experts and innovators to explore how circular economy principles can reshape architecture and urban design. ALDA presented its work on Observatories and the CCRI Knowledge Hub, highlighting its role in turning knowledge into action for a more circular and sustainable future.
Future of local governance

Together to Shape the Future of Local Governance in Europe: the Citizens Foresight Europe Event

October 14, 2025

On 9 December 2025, ALDA will host the Citizens Foresight Europe event at the EESC in Brussels, gathering stakeholders to co-create policy ideas and explore the future of local governance through foresight, open dialogue, and scenario-building methods that empower citizens to shape Europe’s democratic future.

Collaborating for a Better Future of Democracy in Europe: the Launch of the Community of Interest

October 14, 2025

ALDA launches the Community of Interest within the Citizens Foresight Europe project, creating an open platform for stakeholders across Europe to co-design the future of democracy, foster citizen participation, and share innovative policy ideas for a more inclusive and resilient Europe.

ALDA and Labsus Strengthen Ties Through Cross Membership

September 30, 2025

ALDA and Labsus have formalised their partnership through a cross membership, reinforcing years of collaboration on citizen participation and shared governance. This step opens new opportunities to co-create initiatives, exchange expertise, and promote inclusive, resilient, and participatory societies across Europe.

Promoting Resilience Through Circular Economy: CCRI Mentoring Programme

September 25, 2025

The CCRI Mentoring Programme helps European cities and regions accelerate their transition to a circular economy. ALDA supports participants like the Poltava Region in Ukraine with tailored mentoring, citizen engagement strategies, and innovative digital tools. The second call for cities and regions is now open—apply by 17 October 2025 to join the programme and strengthen your local circular economy.

The MICAD Project moves Forward: Stay Connected and Participate

September 25, 2025

The MICAD project – Metropolitan Inclusivity in Climate and Digital Transitions – has officially launched its website. MICAD supports metropolitan authorities in co-planning inclusive green and digital transitions, offering knowledge, tools, and participatory spaces for public authorities, citizens, researchers, and enterprises. Join the Community of Practitioners and subscribe to the newsletter to stay updated on project news, resources, and upcoming events.

ALDA Governing Board Welcomes New Members!

September 25, 2025

On 23 September 2025, ALDA’s Governing Board welcomed seven new members to the network, including local authorities, NGOs, and academic institutions from Türkiye, Hungary, France, Poland, Slovenia, and Ukraine. Their inclusion strengthens ALDA’s multi-stakeholder community and provides new opportunities for collaboration, engagement in thematic hubs, and projects advancing local democracy, citizen participation, and sustainable development.

Voices of a Generation: Young Women for Change

September 24, 2025

On 10 September 2025, the Politik-Her project culminated in the Voices of a Generation conference in Brussels. The event brought together young women leaders and civil society to launch the Politik-Her Toolkit, a resource to advance inclusive leadership and gender equality across Europe. Highlights included inspiring speeches, powerful presentations, and the unveiling of concrete methodologies to replicate the project’s practices.

Restoring Trust in Europe: Insights from European Dialogues in Bosnia and Herzegovina

September 23, 2025

From September 17 to 20, 2025, the European Dialogues in Bosnia and Herzegovina gathered key voices from civil society and youth activism to explore the role of trust in fostering lasting peace and social cohesion. One of the standout contributors was Maddalena Alberti, ALDA Governing Board member, who shared her insights on how trust can be restored in post-conflict societies. Emphasizing the power of community-driven initiatives and participatory governance, Maddalena highlighted the importance of local democracy in rebuilding citizens’ trust in institutions. Her reflections underscore the need for transparency, accountability, and youth engagement to create societies where trust is nurtured through everyday democratic experiences. The future of Europe, she argued, depends on citizens feeling truly involved in shaping their communities and their futures.

Caracol and ALDA Italia join forces for fair access to healthcare

September 22, 2025

Caracol Olol Jackson and ALDA Italia organised three community events in Vicenza to promote the Ambulatorio Popolare and recruit new volunteer doctors, highlighting the universal right to health through the project Cura e Solidarietà – Prospettive dal Basso.