SINGÜENZA, Spain. From September 27 to September 29, 2023, the FLIARA project contributed to the high-level Rural Policy Forum, which took place in Singüenza, Spain. The event, organised by the Spanish presidency of the Council of the European Union and the European Commission, aimed to advance the political agenda for the future of rural areas […]
Grass Ceiling Annual Showcase Event September 12th and 13th 2023 The GRASS CEILING Annual Showcase Event held at the COPA-COGECA Offices in Brussels on September 13, 2023, witnessed the active participation and presentation of the FLIARA project by Associate Professor Maura Farrell and FLIARA Project Manager Louise Weir, both representing the University of Galway. This
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Bologna, Italy, September 15, 2023. The RURACTIVE (Empowering rural communities to act for change) research project, funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme, officially commenced its activities in Bologna, Italy, during their kick-off meeting held from September 13th to 15th, 2023. The project, led by Professor Simona Tondelli from the Department
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European Prize for Women Innovators 2023 Celebrates and Empowers Women in Innovation In a significant stride towards promoting gender equality in the realms of innovation and technology, the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) have unveiled an upgraded European Prize for Women Innovators. This collaborative initiative represents a
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TUDelft University is set to make waves in the realm of rural development with its groundbreaking Ruralization MOOC. Geared towards addressing the evolving needs of rural regions, this course zeroes in on analysing dynamics, trends, and pivotal strategies. It presents an opportunity to devise concepts, plans, and initiatives that promise to invigorate rural growth, with
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In a world driven by innovation and collaboration, the EUCAP Network takes a step forward with their brochure for August 2023, focusing on “Social Innovation: Solutions for Thriving Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Areas.” This illuminating publication delves into the transformative power of social innovation, showcasing how it can revolutionise the landscape of agriculture, forestry, and
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Official Launch Marks a New Chapter for Rural Areas with Access to Resources and Expertise In a significant stride towards fostering growth and development in rural areas, the highly-anticipated Harnessing Talent Platform (HTP) has been officially launched. This initiative, spearheaded by the European Commission, ushers in a new era of opportunities for regions in need
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The EU Organic Awards are back to honour the champions of sustainable farming and organic innovation! The awards, introduced as part of the Action Plan for the Development of Organic Production, recognise remarkable efforts across the organic value chain that contribute to a greener future. Organic production is gaining momentum as a vital contributor to
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