ALDA stands with Morocco after the terrible earthquake that affected the country and its population

September 11, 2023

The entire ALDA team and Governing Board express their deepest condolences and support to the country of Morocco and its population, who were affected by the terrible earthquake that struck the nation with deadly consequences.

The Civil Society State of the Union Report is officially out!

September 11, 2023

On 6 September 2023, Civil Society Europe launched its Civil Society State of the Union report (CS SOTEU). The CS SOTEU comprises the visions and recommendations of 43 civil society organisations for a more democratic and just EU, both socially and environmentally.

PAVE project presents the International Peace Academy 2023 Call for participants

September 8, 2023

Are you passionate about creating a world where conflicts are managed effectively, and peace is cherished? Do you firmly believe in the potential of collaboration, volunteering, and open dialogue as catalysts for ushering in positive change?

ALDA at the 12th CORLEAP Annual meeting: strengthening democracy in the EaP through citizen participation

September 7, 2023

In a world where the very concept of democracy faces challenges, the 12th Conference of Regional and Local Authorities for the Eastern Partnership (CORLEAP) Annual Meeting shed light on a crucial and timely topic.

Take part in shaping the future of European Democracy: join the event “Road to the 2024 EU elections”!

September 5, 2023

Eager to be part of a transformative event that promises to shape the future of European democracy? We invite you to join us in Strasbourg (France), from September 26 to 29, 2023, for “Road to the 2024 European elections: Exploring European Institutions through Study Visits and ALDA’s Events”. As the city houses the Council of Europe, it holds a unique position in shaping European policies and practices.

Art and Culture Toolbox for youth workers: discover the new outcome of the Recap project

September 5, 2023

The second Result of the ReCAP project has been finalised and it is now available online: the Art and Culture Toolbox is an innovative and wide set of instruments, mostly dedicated to youth workers, aimed at providing supporting tools to enhance social inclusion and empowerment of disadvantaged youngsters living during the post-pandemic era in Europe.

ALDA at 45th Congress of Local and Regional Authorities: Constructive dialogue & solutions

August 31, 2023

The 45th Plenary Session of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, scheduled from 24 to 26 October, 2023, is set to assemble a distinguished congregation of regional and local authority representatives.

Democracy, fundamental rights and gender: join public debates of the HEARD project!

August 30, 2023

On September 16, 2023, within the HEARD project’s framework, the Municipality of Vimercate (Italy), in collaboration with ALDA+, will host a public event that will spark stimulating discussions and foster a deeper understanding of crucial social issues.

ALDA at the World Forum for Democracy 2023: identifying democratic responses to today’s challenges

August 29, 2023

We are delighted to announce that ALDA will join the 2023 edition of the World Forum for Democracy and its side events that will be held in Strasbourg (France) from 6 to 8 November 2023, based on the theme of “Democracy=Peace?”.

Unveiling the Future of Transformative Innovations: The GINEVRA project begins!

August 28, 2023

In a captivating rendezvous of visionaries and innovators, the Kick-off meeting of the GINEVRA project  – Governance of transformative innovation in Central European cities: the AV case, unfolded, casting a spotlight on the thrilling journey into the realm of transformative innovations. Held on 13 & 14 June, 2023, in Bialystok (Poland), this project meeting emerged as the cornerstone for understanding the GINEVRA approach and workplan. 

Making Grey Cities Greener: discover the GreenScape CE project!

August 27, 2023

The project aims to integrate nature-based solutions in the grey infrastructure of cities in order to alleviate the negative environmental and socio-economic impacts of climate change. 

ALDA meets the talents of USE-IPM: together to build sustainable entrepreneurship

August 25, 2023

The first round of secondments of the USE IPM project – Up-skilling researchers for sustainable entrepreneurship based on innovation process management, has officially started!

Local democracy in response to global challenges – an alliance between local authorities and civil society at the heart of the Europe of rights: Strasbourg

August 24, 2023

On August 23, 2023, ALDA Secretary General, Mrs. Antonella Valmorbida met with Ms. Irène Weiss, Regional councillor in charge of cyber security for the Grand Est Region, and with Mr. Philippe Lacoste, diplomatic councillor to the Bas-Rhin Prefecture.

WYDE Civic Engagement call for proposals – Second Round

August 24, 2023

Are you a Civil Society Organisation working for and with youth? Are you interested in youth civic engagement and participation? We are looking for you! Participate in the WYDE Civic Engagement project call for proposals with your project idea!

ALDA Governing Board welcomes new Members: local actors as drivers of change in Ukraine

August 22, 2023

The latest ALDA Governing Board meeting took place on August 21, 2023 and it has been a fruitful opportunity to further enhance ALDA’s presence and support to democracy and communities in the region.

Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief: ALDA’s work against violence and discrimination

August 18, 2023

ALDA tackles discrimination against religion or belief – and any other form of discrimination that may lead to hate crimes – through the STAND UP project.

E-Voice reaches the Senate of the Italian Republic

August 16, 2023

The E-voice project, funded by the European Commission to reflect on the impact of the pandemic on young people, institutions and voluntary associations, was presented at the Senate of the Italian Republic in Rome (Italy) on 14 July 2023.

EU4Accountability programme in the Republic of Moldova: first outcomes

August 16, 2023

EU4Accountability is an European Union-funded programme aimed at strengthening the capacity of Moldovan civil society organisations to better fulfil their role as governance actors to improve the social accountability of public administration and central government in Moldova (🇲🇩).