Projects for Europe

On 2 June 2026, the event “Green Transition and Migration” was successfully organised in Braga, Portugal, within the framework of the Act Green project. Hosted by EducPro at INNSiDE by Meliá Braga Centro, the event brought together participants, experts, local stakeholders, and representatives from partner countries involved in the project, namely Greece, Spain, Slovenia, Hungary, and Portugal. The initiative aimed to explore the interconnections between environmental sustain

On 5 May 2026, the “Active Cities – Green Cities: Sustainable Ecosystems” international online event took place with the participation of more than 130 participants from all the partners of the project. The event was organised in a hybrid format at the Akrotiri Environmental Education Centre (AEEC) in Limassol, Cyprus by the Panicos Hadjihambis Foundation and it was moderated by Dr Christina Ionela Neokleous. The event opened with welcome remarks by Mr Andreas Neokleous, Boar

The ActGreen project successfully held its international event on green mobility in Kallithea, Greece,on April 21rd, 2026 at the Kallithea Municipal Theatre. This meeting brought together a diverse group of leading experts, academics, institutional representatives, and professionals to exchange knowledge on innovative approaches to sustainable urban development, green infrastructure, and climate change resilience. The event commenced with welcoming remarks from Ioannis Emir

On 21 April 2026, the workshop “Green Transition and Migration” was held at Espaço Jovem da Póvoa de Lanhoso. Organized by EducPro in collaboration with the Municipality of Póvoa de Lanhoso, the event brought together 40 students for a participatory learning experience focused on the intersection between environmental sustainability and migration. The event began with an opening session led by António Catarino ,Trainer of EducPro, who welcomed participants and highlighted the

On March 26, 2026, The Municipality of Kallithea organized a high level local event at the National Library of Greece, bringing together the established institution of the Student Festival and the European project Active Cities – Green Cities. The event opened with official greetings from the Mayor of Kallithea, Mr. Kostas Askounis , the Deputy Mayor, Mr. Giannis Emirzas , and the Director of the National Library of Greece, Ms. Chrysa Nikolaou . Special Advisor Mr. Manolis Ka

On 22 January 2026, RegioCop hosted the second online event of the ActGreen project, bringing together over 130 participants from across Europe under the theme "Green Transition: Practical Solutions for Sustainable Cities." The event convened keynote speakers from Brussels alongside seven partner organisations from Greece, Cyprus, Hungary, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, and Spain. Setting the Scene: Cities at a Crossroads Tessy Melidi (RegioCop, project coordinator) opened the

On 15 January 2026, the Association of Urban Municipalities of Slovenia, in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Spatial Planning, successfully hosted an expert consultation titled "Green Infrastructure and Settlement Densification." Held at Hotel Mons as part of the "Active Cities – Green Cities" European project, the event gathered state officials, local leaders, and leading academics to address the dual challenge of growing urban density and environmental

The ActGreen project successfully held its international event on green infrastructure in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on December 3rd, 2025. This gathering brought together project partners, local authorities, and experts to exchange best practices and experiences in green infrastructure, sustainable urban development, and citizens' engagement. The event commenced with welcome speeches from Miran Košenda , Secretary-General of the Association of Urban Municipalities, and Dejan Crnek

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Europe is a diverse continent with a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and histories. This diversity is a strength, but it also presents challenges in building communities that are inclusive, resilient, and united. Social cohesion plays a vital role in overcoming these challenges by fostering trust, cooperation, and a sense of belonging among citizens. In this article, we explore how stronger communities can be built across Europe by enhancing social cohesion, the policie

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