As part of the European Week of Regions and Cities, an insightful workshop will take place on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 09:30 to 11:00 CET at the Jacques Delors building, JDE 62. This event promises to shed light on the transformative power of LEADER-CLLD and other EU financial initiatives in fostering sustainable growth and …
At FLIARA, we are dedicated to empowering women in rural areas and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. We are thrilled to share insights from our Project Coordinator, Maura Farrell, who recently spoke with Horizon Magazine about the pivotal role women play in shaping the future of European agriculture. Dr. Maura Farrell’s Inspirational Journey Dr. Maura Farrell, …
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The FLIARA Project celebrated its Second General Assembly at the University of Galway on Monday, July 1, 2024. The event, attended by project partners from across Europe, showcased the remarkable progress and achievements of the FLIARA initiative aimed at fostering women-led innovation in rural and farming communities. The assembly commenced with a warm welcome from …
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Minister Pippa Hackett in Ireland and European Commission Officials Commend FLIARA’s Mission Galway, Ireland, July 1–2, 2024. The FLIARA Project celebrated its inaugural Community of Practice (CoP) event, bringing together passionate individuals dedicated to supporting and accelerating women-led innovation in rural areas. Held from July 1st to July 2nd, this event marked a noteworthy achievement …
From Fields to Future: FLIARA Champions Women’s Innovations in Rural Europe Read More »
The future of rural sustainability hinges on innovative approaches and the active involvement of all stakeholders, particularly women. The FLIARA consortium has embarked on an extensive foresight research mission to uncover new roles for women in addressing rural sustainability problems. Through a comprehensive process involving stakeholders across nine rural regions in nine countries, FLIARA aims …
Women-led innovation in farming and rural areas is key for sustainable development and social equity. Recognising this, the FLIARA project is committed to fostering policies that support and enhance the role of women innovators in these sectors. Through comprehensive research and analysis, FLIARA aims to create more effective policies that bolster women-led innovation, ensuring a …
Supporting Women-Led Innovation in Farming and Rural Areas: Leveraging Policy for Change Read More »
The Mary Robinson Climate Conference 2024, held from June 5-7 in Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland, marked a significant convergence of experts, policymakers, activists, communities, and innovators. The conference was delivered in partnership with the University of Galway and received support from SSE Renewables, IPB Insurance, EPA, Fáilte Ireland, Astraea, and Mayo County Council. This unique …
Thursday 30th May 2024 marked the launch of the FLIARA Community of Practice (CoP), an initiative designed to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture and rural areas across Europe. Representatives from the project’s partners spanning ten EU countries, along with successful innovators and ambassadors, convened online for an engaging and collaborative introduction. The FLIARA CoP …
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Silvia Sivini and Irene Leonardelli, colleagues and partners in the FLIARA Project, presented the FLIARA objectives and early results from an Italian farming case study at the VII AGROMIG International Seminar “Migrations, Agrifood, and Rural Change,” held at the University of Calabria on May 23–24, 2024. The seminar aimed to delve into the intricate relationship …
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FLIARA, or Female-Led Innovation in Agriculture and Rural Areas, is a groundbreaking Horizon Europe project focused on empowering women as leaders in shaping a sustainable rural future. Launched in 2023, FLIARA tackles the under-recognition of women’s contributions in agriculture by building a powerful network and launching a high-impact visibility campaign. The FLIARA Community of Practice: …
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