Launching the Citizenship Academy: Data-Driven Political Agency from the Margins
July 6, 2026Bridging the critical gap between the demographic reality of European cities and the actual political participation of people with migrant backgrounds
CiD Conference “Circular Design for Urban Transformation”
July 2, 2026Researchers, designers, policymakers and project partners gathered in Hannover for the CiD Conference “Circular Design for Urban Transformation” to discuss how circular approaches can reshape cities, strengthen urban resilience and ensure the long-term impact of the CiD ecosystem.
Young Innovators Shape the Future of Sustainable Tourism through the H.I.L.L. Hackathon
July 2, 2026As part of the H.I.L.L. – Habitat in Living Landscape project, supported by the Cariverona Foundation, more than 30 young people gathered in Monte di Malo to take part in a Hackathon focused on sustainable tourism and youth entrepreneurship. Through teamwork, mentoring, and innovative thinking, participants developed creative solutions to enhance the natural and cultural heritage of the Alto Vicentino area, contributing to the long-term goals of the H.I.L.L. project.
Bridging Beliefs: Strengthening Interfaith and Interconvictional Dialogue for a Democratic Europe
July 2, 2026The Bridging Beliefs project brought together participants from eight European countries in Vicenza to strengthen interfaith and interconvictional dialogue, promote inclusive governance, and equip local authorities and civil society with practical tools to foster peaceful coexistence and democratic participation across Europe.
Open Call for Research Expert(s)
June 30, 2026ALDA has launched a new European research study on participatory democracy and democratic resilience. Through its Centre of Expertise on Participatory Democracy, the initiative will assess civic engagement practices across Europe and develop evidence-based recommendations for EU institutions, local authorities and civil society, while inviting experts to apply for the research assignment.
ALDA signs strategic partnership with the Ukrainian Ministry to strengthen local resilience and International municipal cooperation
June 29, 2026ALDA marked an important milestone during the URC 2026 in Gdańsk by officially signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine.
Local Democracy Agencies for Democratic Resilience and Recovery in Ukraine – ALDA side event at the URC2026 in Gdańsk
June 29, 2026In the framework of the URC 2026 in Gdańsk, ALDA organised the side event “Local Democracy Agencies for Democratic Resilience and Recovery in Ukraine”.
Nouvelle Étape du Projet Erasmus+ “Youth Social Act” à Strasbourg
June 26, 2026Du 6 au 10 juillet, 25 jeunes de Chypre, Grèce, France, Italie et Portugal vont rencontrer à Strasbourg les acteurs clés de la démocratie locale et européenne
Building Partnerships for Ukraine: ALDA at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026
June 26, 2026The URC2026 has officially opened in Gdańsk, bringing together international actors committed to shaping Ukraine’s recovery.
European Alliance of Cities and Regions Reaffirms Commitment to Ukraine’s Reconstruction at URC2026
June 26, 2026On 24 June 2026, the European Alliance of Cities and Regions for the Reconstruction of Ukraine convened a political-level meeting in Gdańsk, held as a formal side event to the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 (URC2026).
ROOT WB Project Examines Future of Civic Participation
June 24, 2026The ROOT WB project brought together European policymakers and civil society leaders to discuss the future of civic participation, shrinking civic space, and democratic resilience across Europe and the Western Balkans.
Building Europe from the Ground Up: Why Moldova’s EU accession depends on strong local democracy
June 24, 2026While EU accession negotiations are often associated with reforms at the national level, their success ultimately depends on implementation at the local level, where citizens experience democracy and public services firsthand.
Decentralising the Fundamentals: Why Ukraine’s EU Accession Hinges on Local Democracy and Civic Ownership
June 24, 2026ALDA – European Association for Local Democracy underscores the operational necessity of multi-level governance and civil society mobilisation following the official opening of Cluster 1 negotiations between the EU and Ukraine.
Nasce lo Spazio Mefite: un nuovo centro dedicato al patrimonio idrico dell’Alto Tammaro
June 23, 2026The final event of the #Media4EU project showcased the results of the Eurometer 2026 survey, highlighting Macedonian citizens’ continued support for EU membership, evolving perceptions of democracy, and growing scepticism towards the EU accession process.
#Media4EU: Contradictions mark North Macedonia’s EU hopes
June 23, 2026The final event of the #Media4EU project showcased the results of the Eurometer 2026 survey, highlighting Macedonian citizens’ continued support for EU membership, evolving perceptions of democracy, and growing scepticism towards the EU accession process.
Young voices rewrite the story of reconciliation under the Shared Horizons project
June 22, 2026The final conference of the Shared Horizons project, held in Mostar from 10 to 12 June, gathered young people, researchers, cultural experts and policymakers from across the Western Balkans. Through dialogue, storytelling, cultural heritage and participatory workshops, participants explored new pathways for reconciliation, trust-building and regional cooperation.
