Are you involved in a citizen energy initiative across the EU? The Technical Assistance Programme of the European Commission’s Citizen Energy Advisory Hub is running a call for proposals to empower 120 citizen energy initiatives: bit.ly/49bHRsX Apply by 16 January! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Discover an overview of discussions on the European Commission’s 2028-2034 budget proposals - read the highlights report of the latest #RuralPact Policy Lab: bit.ly/49jGDuw More insights from the Policy Lab in our article for DG REGIO's PANORAMA Magazine: bit.ly/3N4WtSp #RuralVisionEU

How are public authorities helping turn the #RuralVisionEU into reality? Watch our video testimonial to discover why national and regional representatives chose to formally commit through the #RuralPact: bit.ly/3YrWqlV

Discover the European Commission's EU Agenda for Cities: bit.ly/45E6oo9 The Agenda sets out a series of measures aimed at helping cities improve quality of life, public services and environmental conditions & responds to the growing pressures faced by urban areas. #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

How can we build inclusive rural futures? Discover the key messages from the policy workshop by the ESIRA & SERIGO projects, highlighting the importance of integrated approaches building on local networks, social economy and community-driven innovation: bit.ly/49FbG5a #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

How can we scale up rural innovation? Discover the key messages from the European Startup Village Forum, which highlighted that rural innovation is fundamental to achieving Europe’s green, digital and social transitions. bit.ly/48M0thP #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

A new EESC study explores digitalisation opportunities and challenges for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture: bit.ly/4pR4WGK The study sets out recommendations to support digital transformation, rural livelihoods & community sustainability. #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

A recent Committee of the Regions resolution calls for revisions to Commission’s post-2027 budget proposal: bit.ly/3KJb3hv The text calls for a place-based cohesion policy that is accessible to all, and designed and managed with local and regional authorities. #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Rural communities are ready to drive Europe’s future – but need partnership, trust and the freedom to act. Discover the Declaration of Inverurie, adopted at the sixth European Rural Parliament: bit.ly/4oHmm7I #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Discover 10 new Good Practices from across Europe on our database, showcasing rural youth opportunities, services, entrepreneurship, and policy innovation. Explore how these practices can be adapted to strengthen rural development in other regions: bit.ly/3Y7S9DU #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

ELARD has launched a letter campaign urging Members of the European Parliament and Committee of the Regions to safeguard the LEADER/CLLD method within the next EU budget cycle. Find out more about the campaign: bit.ly/49X0gKO

The @ec.europa.eu is gathering feedback on key policy areas, giving rural stakeholders a chance to shape future EU initiatives. Consultations on youth, climate action, regional policy, agriculture & rural development, & social inclusion are now open: bit.ly/445zhZN #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Four European public authorities have formalised commitments to advance the #RuralVisionEU through the #RuralPact. Discover more about Czechia, Catalonia, Castilla-La Mancha & Opolskie Voivodeship’s commitments - more info below👇

Europe’s rural areas must remain central in the upcoming EU policy and budget framework. Discover insights from the latest #RuralPact Policy Lab which exchanged on how post-2027 EU budget and policies can best support vibrant, resilient & inclusive rural territories: bit.ly/48yXDO9 #RuralVisionEU

Do you have an original proposal exploring creative place-based innovation in rural and non-urban areas? Send your proposals to the IN SITU project by 8 December for the chance to be featured in the conference in May! More info below👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

How can we empower rural areas for the future? Find out in the #RuralPactConference highlights report - discover insights from the two-days event which brought together over 250 rural stakeholders to turn the #RuralVisionEU into concrete actions. Link in the comments 👇 #RuralPact

📢 The November #RuralPact Newsletter is out! - Highlights from the #RuralPact Policy Lab on the post-2027 EU policies and budget - New edition of the Rural Vision Magazine - New video testimonials & highlights report from the #RuralPactConference, and more! More info below 👇 #RuralVisionEU

The third edition of the Rural Vision Magazine is out! Hear a range of rural stakeholder voices on the EU post-2027 budget proposals for rural areas, rural proofing, voices from the #RuralPactConference, and much more! Link in the comments 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

What does our energy and climate future look like? The IEECP Conference highlighted that a successful European energy transition requires coordinated policies, community engagement & evidence-based innovation replication. Discover more insights below 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Sicily and Malta face ongoing challenges in managing fish waste. The Bythos project offers biotech solutions that turn waste into valuable products, supporting regional goals for sustainability and a circular economy: : bit.ly/3XLvxsE More good practices: bit.ly/4oMq2pC #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Europe’s demographic resilience depends on empowering rural communities. Discover the key messages from the International Congress on Depopulation held in Aragón, Spain. No rural area is too small to achieve meaningful impact – find out more in the comments 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Empowered municipalities are key to achieving Europe’s climate ambitions. Discover highlights from the EU Covenant of Mayors Ceremony, confirming that the path to climate neutrality runs through local and regional governance. More info below 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Voices of rural Europe - hear insights from different stakeholders at the #RuralPact Conference on: - Policy priorities for a stronger rural Europe - Why the Rural Pact matters Watch the video testimonials on our Youtube channel – more info below 👇 #RuralVisionEU

How can we address the rural-urban digital divide? A new OECD report finds that rural regions continue to lag in broadband connectivity – to tackle this challenge, it calls for comprehensive policy frameworks, tailored approaches & concerted effort. Learn more in the OECD report: bit.ly/4o2skk1

How can we address the rural-urban digital divide? A new OECD report finds that rural regions continue to lag in broadband connectivity – to tackle this challenge, it calls for comprehensive policy frameworks, tailored approaches & concerted effort. More info below!

93% of Sweden’s territory is covered by rural areas. Visit our Sweden country page to explore the country’s actions to support the implementation of the #RuralPact - including the preparation of a coordinated strategy for cohesive rural and regional development & more! #RuralVisionEU

Discover the European Commission Strategy for Generational Renewal in Agriculture - explore the roadmap to revitalise farming, strengthen rural areas & ensure a new thriving generation of farmers. More info below👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

The videos and presentations of the #RuralPact Policy Lab on the post-2027 EU budget are online! Discover insightful discussions on the recent European Commission proposals for the 2028-2034 EU budget and policies - link in the comments 👇 #RuralVisionEU

Registration is open for the EU Agri-Food Days on 15-17 December! bit.ly/4oUdIU2 Join EU agri-food stakeholders, farmers, civil society, academia & policymakers for exchanges on food security, digitalisation and sustainability in agriculture, resilience and more. #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Europe is at its best when it empowers local actors – discover insights from the #EURegionsWeek, focusing on entrepreneurship & competitiveness, rural proofing, digital skills, & gender equality: bit.ly/43dbzdP #RuralVisionEU #RuralPact

The Jeugddorpsraad is a youth council in Stramproy - a village in the Netherlands. The council organises cultural, social, & leisure activities. It also acts as a bridge between youth & local governance, ensuring their perspectives shape local decisions. More info below! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Today the #RuralPact Coordination Group discusses the European Commission’s post-2027 EU budget proposals & Rural Action Plan update: bit.ly/3LwRVDg Also on the agenda: proposed actions emerging from #RuralPactConference; Policy Lab on post-2027 EU budget; European Rural Parliament #RuralVisionEU

Rural development must remain central to the EU policy framework - we thank all the speakers and participants for joining today’s #RuralPact Policy Lab! The presentations, video recordings and photos will be made available soon – link in the first comment 👇 #RuralVisionEU

Making the #RuralPact a reality in Member States & regions to deliver on #RuralVisionEU goals – follow live 12.30-13.00: bit.ly/4hL99sM Watch public authorities – Czechia, Opole region (PL), Castilla-La Mancha & Catalonia (ES) committing to integrated rural development

Making post-2027 EU policies fit for purpose for rural people – follow the #RuralPact Policy Lab live from 11.40 to 12.30: bit.ly/4hL99sM #RuralVisionEU

We are kicking off the #RuralPact Policy Lab on ‘Rural areas and communities in the post-2027 EU budget and policies’. Follow live at bit.ly/4hL99sM Watch from 9.50 to 11.10 for high-level interventions on the new EU policy framework post-2027. #RuralVisionEU

For the first time, a #RuralPact Community Group has been directly involved in shaping EU policy! Over 30 members joined the European Commission to share insights on the Social Economy Action Plan & EU Rural Action Plan. Discover the key messages from the discussion below 👇 #RuralVisionEU

How can EU Member States & regions strengthen rural areas & deliver on the shared goals of the #EURuralVision? Follow the Policy Lab live on 5 Nov! Find out how public authorities from across the EU are demonstrating leadership & accountability for rural development! #RuralPact

70% of the Netherland's territory is rural. Explore how the country supports its rural communities through forward-looking visions, policies, and initiatives. Plus, discover more insights and examples from nine other EU member states. More info below 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Not joining our Policy Lab on the post-2027 EU budget and policies? Follow live on 5 Nov! Tune in to the discussions on the European Commission's proposals Discover implications for rural communities & making rural voices heard in the debate Link in comments 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

📢 The October #RuralPact Newsletter is out! bit.ly/3WvGXQV • Policy Lab on post-2027 EU budget & policies - follow live on 5 Nov! • New European Commission strategy on generational renewal • Highlights from #EURegionsWeek & Oct events on social economy, climate, women, youth… #RuralVisionEU

Explore thematic presentations from the #RuralPactConference on a range of topics, including energy, digital, youth, bioeconomy, ‘right to stay’ & innovation. Watch the videos for a wealth of inspiring initiatives - link in comments 👇 #RuralVisionEU #RuralPact

Empower your community to shape its energy future! EU municipalities can host their own #CitizenEnergyPanel: an event tackling local energy & climate challenges. Get support through the Citizen Energy Advisory Hub programme: bit.ly/47mZV1c #CitizenEnergyHub #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Api Distribution brings 24/7 self-service mini-supermarkets to rural villages where no local shops are available. Eco-designed, French-made units offer 700 products at supermarket prices. The network includes 100 stores in 2025, expanding across France. More info below 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

What does it take to make rural proofing work? - It’s a complex process that depends on strong infrastructural support systems. - Even without immediate policy changes, it can raise awareness. - Learning from both success & failure is key. More info 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

🧰 New toolkit to enhance migrant participation in local decision-making - from big cities to small towns. It covers: • Communication with diverse migrant groups • Community mobilisation techniques • Public consultation for meaningful dialogue Learn more below 👇 #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Rural innovation needs new measurement frameworks, tailored support, multi-actor partnerships & flexible and sustained funding instruments. Find out more in the highlights report from our good practice webinar – link in the comments! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Join us for the Michael Dower Award ceremony on October 22, celebrating the outstanding contributions towards building resilience of rural communities in Europe. Links in the comments! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU

Did you know that 40% of Poland’s population lives in rural areas? Discover the country’s strategic actions to advance the implementation of the #RuralPact. These include coordinated governance of EU funding, efforts to strengthen rural proofing, & more! 👉 Links in the comments! #RuralVisionEU

What if youth led the way in the sustainable transition? The ICLEI Network has developed a toolkit for local authorities to engage youth in nature-based solutions, featuring 12 adaptable tools. Link in the comments! #RuralPact #RuralVisionEU