Mr. Paweł Adamowicz was the long-serving Mayor of the City of Gdańsk when he was murdered in January 2019 whilst carrying out his public duties. The establishment of this Award is an homage to and recognition of everyone who works with courage and integrity against intolerance, radicalisation, hate-speech, oppression and xenophobia.🚫 ❓ Do you know a local leader making a difference? Nominate them now for this prestigious award and honor their dedication to human rights and democracy. Submit your nominations today: https://lnkd.in/gtTsbFJG And help us recognize those who are building a better, more inclusive future for all! 🤝
European Committee of the Regions
International Affairs
The voice of regions and cities in the EU
About us
The European Committee of the Regions is an advisory body representing local and regional authorities and their citizens in the European Union. CoR's 329 members come from local and regional authorities in the 27 member states and are appointed by the Council based on political and geographical and territorial balance. Working with the European Parliament, CoR members provide recommendations on the European Commission's proposals on EU legislation. Follow CoR's work and let us know your thoughts. We look forward to your comments. Read our Moderation Policy here: https://cor.europa.eu/moderationpolicy.go
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http://www.cor.europa.eu
External link for European Committee of the Regions
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Brussels
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1994
- Specialties
- local government, regions, cities, EU policies, subsidiarity, and multilevel governance
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Rue Belliard 99-101
Brussels, 1040, BE
Employees at European Committee of the Regions
Updates
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Commissioner Elisa Ferreira explains why cohesion is a cornerstone of the European Union's values. Cohesion is about ensuring all regions and citizens benefit equally from the EU's growth and prosperity. The EU's #CohesionPolicy is designed to reduce disparities between regions, promote economic, social, and territorial unity, and support sustainable development across Europe. By investing in education, infrastructure, and innovation, we build a more inclusive and resilient #Europe for everyone. 🌍🤝 #CohesionAlliance
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☀️ The summer edition of the #EUGreenDeal Funding Alert is here! Find out more about 📈 green investments and the ♻️ circular economy. And as a special summer read, we have included a report on how regions and cities are shaping the #EUGreenDeal 2.0. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dswhpAuP
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🎥 Watch our CoR member Willy Borsus address the pressing issue of the digital gap in the EU. The digital transition is indeed the challenge of our time, and putting people at its center is crucial to avoid new territorial divides and social inequalities. The European Committee of the Regions believes the EU Digital Agenda should be built collaboratively with cities and regions to enhance public services, create jobs, and support education. Let's ensure this digital shift aligns with the #EUGreenDeal for a sustainable and inclusive future. 🌍💻 #DigitalGap #SummitMons24
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You don’t need Olympic-level training to benefit from innovative sports facilities. This swimming pool at Vrije Universiteit Brussels (VUB) positively impacts both the environment and the community. With 65% less energy and 70% less water usage thanks to innovations like cogeneration and rainwater recovery, it's the most eco-friendly pool in the city. Furthermore, this facility welcomes everyone, including schools, clubs, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Co-funded by 🇪🇺 cohesion funds 🤝 #CohesionAlliance
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🔔 Time to register for #EURegionsWeek 2024! Connect with peers and experts, and explore this year's theme "Empowering Communities" from 7-10 October in Brussels. 👉 Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/d_3E77S9
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🇪🇺 Cohesion Policy is a powerful tool for fostering equality and innovation across our regions. A shining example of this is La CIBA in Santa Coloma de Gramenet. With the support of €1.7 million from EU funding, La CIBA has become an 8000m² hub dedicated to empowering women. It provides essential tools for personal autonomy, training, employment preparation, and cultural project support. #CohesionAlliance
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We asked several speakers during the #SommetMons24, to randomly pick a card with an EU value and share what this value means to them. 👇 🗣 Here is María Rodríguez Alcázar ex-president at European Youth Forum, sharing her views on #Equality. Re-visit the EU Summit of Regions and cities here: https://lnkd.in/ebn44mJw
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❗ Registration deadline alert 31 July ❗ This summer join the ALDA Summer School 2024 on #LocalDemocracy at Villa Fabris, Thiene ( 🇮🇹 ) FOR FREE! The school is focused on local democracy and its application through dedicated workshops and meetings with key figures at European level. 📅 When? From 28 to 30 August 2024. The #summerschool is in English and it is completely free! Among the keynote speakers: 🗣️Patrick MOLINOZ, President of the citizenship, governance, institutional and external affairs commission (CIVEX) of the European Committee of the Regions. 🗣️Natasa Vuckovic, ALDA President and Director of the Center for Democracy Foundation. 🗣️Helfried Carl, founder of the European Capital of Democracy Initiative. …and many more! By fostering collaboration and mutual learning, the programme aims to inspire and empower participants to become advocates for democracy in their communities and beyond. 🔗Do not miss this opportunity. Discover more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/3L3qvBI #ALDASummerSchool #eulocal Images: ©Associazione Villa Fabris; ©ALDA
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🌟 The 2023 Annual Activity Report of the Committee of the Regions is now available! 🌟 🧐 Are you curious about what we do? We are thrilled to share the release of our 2023 Annual Activity Report. It encapsulates a year of significant progress, impactful events, and strategic achievements that underscore our commitment to regional development, citizen engagement and enhancing the lives of citizens across Europe’s regions and cities. 🔗 Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dA_-D64w 🤝 Let's continue to work together to amplify the impact of our collective efforts and make a tangible difference in the lives of our communities. #eulocal #CohesionAlliance #EUGreenDeal #ClimateAction #EUDemocracy
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