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Towards a Democratic, Socially, and Environmentally just EU: Civil Society releases its 2025 State of the Union Report

July 2, 2025

As the President of the European Commission prepares to deliver the official State of the Union address, civil society organisations across Europe are stepping forward to make citizens’ voices heard on the issues that matter most. In response, Civil Society Europe (CSE), together with a broad coalition of organisations, has published the “Civil Society State of the Union 2025”.

BRIDGE to the Council of Europe – Civil Society in Focus

The CoE and Civil Society Involvement – BRIDGE Workshop

June 23, 2025

ALDA invites partners and stakeholders to a BRIDGE workshop on 14 July 2025 in Thiene, exploring civil society’s involvement in the Council of Europe.

CERV Civil Dialogue – 2025 Annual Meeting of Operating Grants Beneficiaries

CERV Civil Dialogue – 2025 Annual Meeting of Operating Grants Beneficiaries

June 23, 2025

On 26 June 2025, ALDA will take part in the annual CERV civil dialogue meeting in Brussels, joining other beneficiaries of the EU Operating Grants.

BRIDGE to the Council of Europe – Civil Society in Focus

BRIDGE to the Council of Europe – Civil Society in Focus

June 23, 2025

On 24 June 2025, Villa Fabris in Thiene will host the launch of the BRIDGE project, focusing on civil society engagement with the Council of Europe. A unique opportunity to connect local voices with European institutions.

Promoting European Values through Civic Participation: ALDA President Visits Chișinău as Part of the INSPIRED Moldova Project

June 20, 2025

As Moldova continues its journey toward European integration, the European Association for Local Democracy (ALDA) reaffirmed its support through a high-level visit by its President, Nataša Vučković, to the country’s capital.

ALDA Advances Local Development and Governance in Central Asia  

June 6, 2025

From Astana to Bishkek, ALDA’s recent mission laid the foundation for future partnerships and democratic engagement across Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

2nd FOSTER International Online Conference

2nd FOSTER International Online Conference

June 4, 2025

ALDA is delighted to invite you to the 2nd FOSTER International Online Conference, taking place on June 11, 2025, from 10:30 to 16:30 CET online. 

Universal Civil Service at ALDA

Looking Back, Moving Forward: ALDA’s Civil Service Volunteers Reflect and Welcome Newcomers

May 28, 2025

As their year of Universal Civil Service at ALDA comes to an end, eight young volunteers reflect on their experiences across ALDA’s offices in Strasbourg, Brussels, and Skopje. A journey of learning, teamwork, and European citizenship.

Water Heritage and Communities: Enhancing the Cultural and Social Value of Water – Join the International Conference

May 26, 2025

Join the first AQUATIK-EU International Conference that will take place in Venice (Italy), the city of water par excellence, in at Università IUAV – Cotonificio on 17-18 June 2025. The two-day gathering will bring together over 70 participants, including local authorities, civil society actors, researchers, and citizens, from across Europe.

ALDA International School 2025

ALDA International School 2025

May 23, 2025

The ALDA International School is a unique training opportunity on local democracy, digital transformation, and global resilience. With expert speakers, role-playing, and practical case studies, it’s designed for changemakers from all backgrounds. Two scholarships are available!

WE ACTed Together!: WE ACT Project Closing Event Held at the Consulate of the Netherlands in Istanbul

May 21, 2025

During the 2.5-year project period, more than 100 women politicians, including active candidates in the 2024 local elections of Turkey, and nearly 100 civil society organisations from all over Turkey participated in the project.

ALDA at Stop e-Motion Days: Awarding Creativity, Participation, and European Values through Animation

May 16, 2025

ALDA established the “Premio ALDA” (ALDA Award) — a special prize granted to a short stop-motion film that embodies European values and encourages active participation.

Together in Action: Empowering Local Communities for Sustainable and Inclusive Futures

May 16, 2025

16 organisations have been selected for the call launched by ALDA “Together in Action: Empowering Local Communities for Sustainable and Inclusive Futures”.

Call for Cities and Regions: Join the CCRI Mentoring Programme!

Explore the art of public engagement! Join ALDA and CCRI’s workshop on “Enhancing Public Engagement in Circular Transitions”

May 2, 2025

Explore the art of public engagement! Join ALDA and CCRI’s workshop on “Enhancing Public Engagement in Circular Transitions”

ALDA took part in the 20th edition of the Europe autour de l’Europe Film Festival in Paris as a partner of the Mouvement Européen Paris. During the closing ceremony at Cinéma Les Parnassiens, ALDA and ME-F Paris awarded the E-motion Prize for Best Documentary to Nonkonform by Arne Körner, celebrating civic values and cultural expression at the heart of European democracy.

Spotlight on Democracy and Culture: ALDA at the Closing Ceremony of Europe autour de l’Europe

April 30, 2025

ALDA took part in the 20th edition of the Europe autour de l’Europe Film Festival in Paris as a partner of the Mouvement Européen Paris. During the closing ceremony at Cinéma Les Parnassiens, ALDA and ME-F Paris awarded the E-motion Prize for Best Documentary to Nonkonform by Arne Körner, celebrating civic values and cultural expression at the heart of European democracy.

REAL UTOPIA, SPUR: making cities resilient and inclusive for everyone

REAL UTOPIA, SPUR: making cities resilient and inclusive for everyone

April 30, 2025

The SPUR project consortium met in Vodnjan-Dignano, Croatia, to present co-designed action plans enhancing urban resilience and inclusion. From citizen-led revitalisation initiatives to crowdfunding training, SPUR promotes sustainable and democratic urban development across Europe.

The BRIDGE to the CoE

April 29, 2025

Building Resilience and Independence for Democratic Governance and Engagement with the Council of Europe

Strengthening Youth Democratic Participation in Sub-Saharan Africa: ALDA Hosts a Major Regional Event in Dakar

April 23, 2025

Dakar, Senegal — April 15 to 17, 2025 ALDA, in partnership with the International Observatory …

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