“Co-creating rural futures”: ALDA contributes to the European Union Long-Term Vision for Rural Areas
Febbraio 3, 2023The two-day conference, entitled “Co-creating rural futures”, marked a key moment to present the work undertaken by the SHERPA project partners during 2022, and discuss their contribution to the European Union Long-Term Vision for Rural Areas (LTVRA).
500 projects to empower citizens and contribute to the creation of a democratic society in Europe and beyond
Febbraio 2, 2023From civic engagement to migration; from environment to youth and social inclusion: ALDA crossed the line of 500 projects implemented!
LIFE FALKON
Febbraio 1, 2023Fostering the breeding range expansion of central-eastern Mediterranean Lesser Kestrel populations
SMELT Final Conference: the conclusion of a path characterised by professionalism, humanity and empathy
Febbraio 1, 2023The journey of the SMELT project – Skilling Marginalised people to Enter the Labour market, started back in 2020, came to an end.
ALDA at the 16th CIVEX Commission: where EU priority issues meet civil society
Febbraio 1, 2023Possibly defined as the operational branch of the Committee of the Regions (CoR), the Commission for Citizenship, Governance, Institutional and External Affairs (CIVEX) oversees the coordination of the institutional policies on local democracy, future of Europe and law-making; just to name a few.
This is us: commitment, awareness and teamwork. ALDA Staff Meeting 2023
Gennaio 27, 2023Starting from the local to promote and encourage democratic development, while placing citizens and members at the center. This was the guiding light for the ALDA Staff Meeting 2023!
The perception of Europe: voices and expectations of migrants
Gennaio 26, 2023On the 19th and 20th January in Bologna, Italy, the Final Symposium of the “PERCEPTIONS – Understanding the Impact of Narratives and Perceptions of Europe on Migration and Providing Practices, Tools and Guides for Practitioners” project took place. The partners met to discuss the results achieved during this last three and a half years of fieldwork research and development.
Erasmus+ Project “STeDe” flagged as good practice at European level
Gennaio 24, 2023The Master course in Climate Change and Diversity: Sustainable Territorial Development (CCD- STeDe), an Erasmus+ Project, has been complimented for its successful implementation, creating a stable partnership network with real involvement of associated and industrial partners, which was also of a benefit for the students.
1993 – 2023: 30 years of local democracy in the Balkans
Gennaio 23, 2023It was exactly 30 years ago when it all started, with the establishment of the first LDAs in the Balkans.
ALDA confirmed beneficiary of the CERV operating grant 2023
Gennaio 20, 2023We are thrilled to announce that, again this year, ALDA has been confirmed beneficiary of the operating grant of the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV) of the European Union!
Barcelona awarded as the very first European Capital of Democracy
Gennaio 19, 2023Innovative projects and initiatives made Barcelona becoming the very first European Capital of Democracy (ECoD), standing on the highest step of the podium before Brussels and Braga.
Members as key partners in implementing digital transition at local level
Gennaio 18, 2023ALDA Secretary General, Antonella Valmorbida, was in Brussels with colleagues to meet the Municipality of Etterbeek, in order to relaunch the strategic partnership that was established in 2017 and aiming at strengthening the links between the association and the municipality, notably in the field of citizens participation.
Become a volunteer with ALDA with the project “EU LIVES – Leverage for Initiating Volunteering in Europe and Surroundings”
Gennaio 17, 2023“EU LIVES” project is out! If you are a young enthusiast about Europe, want to do an experience abroad and interested in the work of ALDA, do not miss out: this is your chance to apply for the call and become a civil service volunteer for one year.
EuSave – Activity Report Template
Dicembre 22, 2022Take a look at the Activity Report of «#EuSAVE- EU Citizens’ Action for Smart Historic Villages» project, funded with the support of the European Union under the Programme “Europe for Citizens”
Public services for efficient and responsible management in Prijedor
Dicembre 19, 2022Within the framework of the “LINK4 Cooperation” project funded by the European Union, the second Forum for sharing best practices of CSOs and LAs cooperation was held in Prijedor on 9 December 2022, gathering over 60 participants.
The importance of water: an Erasmus+ project to train students to become water experts
Dicembre 16, 2022The Erasmus+ Water’s Experts project represents a valuable opportunity to underline the importance of water resources and raise awareness among young people and citizens on their role on the planet.
Empowered 24 CSOs for increased social accountability in Moldova
Dicembre 16, 202224 Civil Society Organizations from the districts of Cimișlia, Florești, Străseni, Ștefan Vodă and Telenești, received the grant award contracts under the “EU4Accountability” project. The event was organized by ALDA, at Europe Café – EU Information Center, in Chisinau.
