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October 25, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Empowering Rural Communities, Europe’s rural areas are vital to our shared future — they provide food, energy, biodiversity, and community. EU funding supports sustainable farming, green innovation, and digital access ec.europa.eu/regional_pol... #farmers #agriculture #vegan #organic #ruralpact
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
Find out more in the highlights report from our good practice webinar – link in the comments!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
October 21, 2025 at 7:44 AM
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
Find out more in the highlights report from our good practice webinar – link in the comments!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Join the new Community group on energy transition in rural areas! bit.ly/4pHFiF3
Don’t miss the opportunity to bridge knowledge gaps, build a learning community & share tools & good practices!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Don’t miss the opportunity to bridge knowledge gaps, build a learning community & share tools & good practices!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
October 8, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Join the new Community group on energy transition in rural areas! bit.ly/4pHFiF3
Don’t miss the opportunity to bridge knowledge gaps, build a learning community & share tools & good practices!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Don’t miss the opportunity to bridge knowledge gaps, build a learning community & share tools & good practices!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The #RuralPact is losing momentum.
5 years in, Europe’s rural communities are still waiting for real change.
Action over reflection, local empowerment, secure funding, and integrated rural policy:
arc2020.eu/rural-pact-stuck-in-the-loop-time-to-get-to-action #RuralVisionEU #RuralPactConference
5 years in, Europe’s rural communities are still waiting for real change.
Action over reflection, local empowerment, secure funding, and integrated rural policy:
arc2020.eu/rural-pact-stuck-in-the-loop-time-to-get-to-action #RuralVisionEU #RuralPactConference
Rural Pact | Stuck in The Loop – Time To Get To Action | Agricultural and Rural Convention
The Rural Pact Conference “From vision to action: Empowering rural areas for the future” took place in Kortrijk, Belgium on 16-17 September. Following this event, ARC2020 president Hannes Lorenzen sha...
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September 26, 2025 at 6:21 AM
The #RuralPact is losing momentum.
5 years in, Europe’s rural communities are still waiting for real change.
Action over reflection, local empowerment, secure funding, and integrated rural policy:
arc2020.eu/rural-pact-stuck-in-the-loop-time-to-get-to-action #RuralVisionEU #RuralPactConference
5 years in, Europe’s rural communities are still waiting for real change.
Action over reflection, local empowerment, secure funding, and integrated rural policy:
arc2020.eu/rural-pact-stuck-in-the-loop-time-to-get-to-action #RuralVisionEU #RuralPactConference
The highlights report of the #RuralPact session of 8 October 2024 overviews inspiring initiatives that empower rural communities to achieve their ambitions and draws recommendations for the future.
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Have you already explored our report on 'Advancing the #RuralPact'? https://t.co/8wSBZO1CPQ Discover needed policy measures that enable rural communities to take action, plus three inspiring examples from Spain, France, & the Netherlands. #RuralVisionEU https://t.co/pCExKEZDFX
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April 16, 2025 at 10:20 AM
The highlights report of the #RuralPact session of 8 October 2024 overviews inspiring initiatives that empower rural communities to achieve their ambitions and draws recommendations for the future.
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Place-based strategies, rural proofing, participatory governance, and capacity building for local actors emerge as central recommendations to strengthen rural society, economy and way of living.
Watch the full video from the #RuralPactConference – link in comments!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Watch the full video from the #RuralPactConference – link in comments!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
October 14, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Place-based strategies, rural proofing, participatory governance, and capacity building for local actors emerge as central recommendations to strengthen rural society, economy and way of living.
Watch the full video from the #RuralPactConference – link in comments!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Watch the full video from the #RuralPactConference – link in comments!
#RuralPact #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
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
November 4, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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
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
Deadline extended - sign up for the Policy Lab on Rural Proofing by 12 May! bit.ly/44fbqYk
This Policy Lab will:
• Deepen understanding of applying the rural proofing mechanism
• Enable peer exchange and reflection
• Develop recommendations & proposals for policymakers
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
This Policy Lab will:
• Deepen understanding of applying the rural proofing mechanism
• Enable peer exchange and reflection
• Develop recommendations & proposals for policymakers
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
May 6, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Deadline extended - sign up for the Policy Lab on Rural Proofing by 12 May! bit.ly/44fbqYk
This Policy Lab will:
• Deepen understanding of applying the rural proofing mechanism
• Enable peer exchange and reflection
• Develop recommendations & proposals for policymakers
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
This Policy Lab will:
• Deepen understanding of applying the rural proofing mechanism
• Enable peer exchange and reflection
• Develop recommendations & proposals for policymakers
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The FAMENET report highlights the tangible benefits of locally driven initiatives & the structural improvements required to enhance their effectiveness.
Among the recommendations:
• Streamlining administrative processes
• Investing in human resources & capacity building
#RuralVisionEU #RuralPact
Among the recommendations:
• Streamlining administrative processes
• Investing in human resources & capacity building
#RuralVisionEU #RuralPact
July 15, 2025 at 6:59 AM
The FAMENET report highlights the tangible benefits of locally driven initiatives & the structural improvements required to enhance their effectiveness.
Among the recommendations:
• Streamlining administrative processes
• Investing in human resources & capacity building
#RuralVisionEU #RuralPact
Among the recommendations:
• Streamlining administrative processes
• Investing in human resources & capacity building
#RuralVisionEU #RuralPact
What is the Rural Toolkit & how can it support sustainable growth & well-being in rural areas? bit.ly/3OSfDZ9
The magazine features an article on the Rural Toolkit – a comprehensive gateway to EU funding & support initiatives available for rural areas.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The magazine features an article on the Rural Toolkit – a comprehensive gateway to EU funding & support initiatives available for rural areas.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
May 12, 2025 at 8:13 AM
What is the Rural Toolkit & how can it support sustainable growth & well-being in rural areas? bit.ly/3OSfDZ9
The magazine features an article on the Rural Toolkit – a comprehensive gateway to EU funding & support initiatives available for rural areas.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The magazine features an article on the Rural Toolkit – a comprehensive gateway to EU funding & support initiatives available for rural areas.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
What makes community-led solutions successful for inclusive rural housing? bit.ly/3HfswfS
• Housing cooperatives → affordability & social cohesion
• Shared community culture → vision, participation, conflict resolution
• Intergenerational housing → mutual support
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
• Housing cooperatives → affordability & social cohesion
• Shared community culture → vision, participation, conflict resolution
• Intergenerational housing → mutual support
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
August 27, 2025 at 7:32 AM
What makes community-led solutions successful for inclusive rural housing? bit.ly/3HfswfS
• Housing cooperatives → affordability & social cohesion
• Shared community culture → vision, participation, conflict resolution
• Intergenerational housing → mutual support
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
• Housing cooperatives → affordability & social cohesion
• Shared community culture → vision, participation, conflict resolution
• Intergenerational housing → mutual support
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
📢Our colleague @RoxanaVilcu is at the #RuralPact Conference. Two days focused on engaging with rural actors for a more sustainable future of rural areas. Bringing forward the results of our projects @Ruralinterfaces, @DESIRA & @MOVING⛰
👉Follow her for live updates!
👉Follow her for live updates!
February 4, 2025 at 10:26 AM
📢Our colleague @RoxanaVilcu is at the #RuralPact Conference. Two days focused on engaging with rural actors for a more sustainable future of rural areas. Bringing forward the results of our projects @Ruralinterfaces, @DESIRA & @MOVING⛰
👉Follow her for live updates!
👉Follow her for live updates!
Rural Youth Europe is looking to reward inspiring people, projects, & clubs to showcase the very best of rural youth across Europe: bit.ly/4lzbK9R
Have you made an impact either by empowering rural youth or strengthening local communities? bit.ly/4ns6FlD
Apply now!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Have you made an impact either by empowering rural youth or strengthening local communities? bit.ly/4ns6FlD
Apply now!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
July 3, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Rural Youth Europe is looking to reward inspiring people, projects, & clubs to showcase the very best of rural youth across Europe: bit.ly/4lzbK9R
Have you made an impact either by empowering rural youth or strengthening local communities? bit.ly/4ns6FlD
Apply now!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Have you made an impact either by empowering rural youth or strengthening local communities? bit.ly/4ns6FlD
Apply now!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The RENOVERTY project is looking for local actors and stakeholders interested in replicating tested solutions to reduce rural energy poverty - particularly through the renovation of energy-poor households: bit.ly/44LPVPi
Apply by 30 May!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Apply by 30 May!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
May 23, 2025 at 8:17 AM
The RENOVERTY project is looking for local actors and stakeholders interested in replicating tested solutions to reduce rural energy poverty - particularly through the renovation of energy-poor households: bit.ly/44LPVPi
Apply by 30 May!
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Apply by 30 May!
#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
Discover insightful discussions on the recent European Commission proposals for the 2028-2034 EU budget and policies - link in the comments 👇
#RuralVisionEU
November 12, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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
Discover insightful discussions on the recent European Commission proposals for the 2028-2034 EU budget and policies - link in the comments 👇
#RuralVisionEU
🏡✨ Marta Lozano Molano en el Webinar del Rural Pact ✨🏡
Nuestra presidenta participó en el Good Practice Webinar on Rural Housing, explorando soluciones comunitarias para la vivienda en entornos rurales. 🌍🏘️
📺 Ver aquí 👉 https://youtu.be/2hsDOJltWio?si=M8j0h_-dl9VJ3Hob
#RuralPact #RuralHousing
Nuestra presidenta participó en el Good Practice Webinar on Rural Housing, explorando soluciones comunitarias para la vivienda en entornos rurales. 🌍🏘️
📺 Ver aquí 👉 https://youtu.be/2hsDOJltWio?si=M8j0h_-dl9VJ3Hob
#RuralPact #RuralHousing
March 4, 2025 at 9:03 AM
🏡✨ Marta Lozano Molano en el Webinar del Rural Pact ✨🏡
Nuestra presidenta participó en el Good Practice Webinar on Rural Housing, explorando soluciones comunitarias para la vivienda en entornos rurales. 🌍🏘️
📺 Ver aquí 👉 https://youtu.be/2hsDOJltWio?si=M8j0h_-dl9VJ3Hob
#RuralPact #RuralHousing
Nuestra presidenta participó en el Good Practice Webinar on Rural Housing, explorando soluciones comunitarias para la vivienda en entornos rurales. 🌍🏘️
📺 Ver aquí 👉 https://youtu.be/2hsDOJltWio?si=M8j0h_-dl9VJ3Hob
#RuralPact #RuralHousing
The Carbery Housing Association (CHA) prevents homelessness in rural West Cork through its ‘Mortgage Rescue’ programme, buying homes at risk of repossession so families can stay under affordable rent: shorturl.at/oFC7x
Discover more good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Discover more good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
August 22, 2025 at 7:16 AM
The Carbery Housing Association (CHA) prevents homelessness in rural West Cork through its ‘Mortgage Rescue’ programme, buying homes at risk of repossession so families can stay under affordable rent: shorturl.at/oFC7x
Discover more good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Discover more good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
What monitoring system is needed at the EU level to track support for rural areas? bit.ly/3BKrBRk
• The efficient use of existing data (e.g., AI) should be leveraged
• Simplified reporting & data tools can help local actors engage in the monitoring process
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
• The efficient use of existing data (e.g., AI) should be leveraged
• Simplified reporting & data tools can help local actors engage in the monitoring process
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
May 14, 2025 at 8:49 AM
What monitoring system is needed at the EU level to track support for rural areas? bit.ly/3BKrBRk
• The efficient use of existing data (e.g., AI) should be leveraged
• Simplified reporting & data tools can help local actors engage in the monitoring process
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
• The efficient use of existing data (e.g., AI) should be leveraged
• Simplified reporting & data tools can help local actors engage in the monitoring process
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The LIFE programme calls for proposals seek to fund projects aimed at conserving nature, protecting the environment, or supporting Europe's transition to clean energy: bit.ly/43s4Rku
Join the Info days on 13-15 May & look out for the deadline in September: bit.ly/3F0MJ80
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Join the Info days on 13-15 May & look out for the deadline in September: bit.ly/3F0MJ80
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
May 13, 2025 at 7:48 AM
The LIFE programme calls for proposals seek to fund projects aimed at conserving nature, protecting the environment, or supporting Europe's transition to clean energy: bit.ly/43s4Rku
Join the Info days on 13-15 May & look out for the deadline in September: bit.ly/3F0MJ80
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Join the Info days on 13-15 May & look out for the deadline in September: bit.ly/3F0MJ80
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The PoliRuralPlus project is funding digital innovation projects tackling rural-urban challenges through scalable, tech-driven solutions: bit.ly/40tTZ3V
The funding is available for initiatives in areas like circular economy, agritourism, cultural heritage & more.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The funding is available for initiatives in areas like circular economy, agritourism, cultural heritage & more.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
July 8, 2025 at 8:26 AM
The PoliRuralPlus project is funding digital innovation projects tackling rural-urban challenges through scalable, tech-driven solutions: bit.ly/40tTZ3V
The funding is available for initiatives in areas like circular economy, agritourism, cultural heritage & more.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The funding is available for initiatives in areas like circular economy, agritourism, cultural heritage & more.
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The 'Best Tourism Villages' initiative recognises rural destinations that harness tourism as a driver of inclusive & sustainable development.
Alongside the award, the initiative comes with a monitoring & evaluation framework.
More info in the comments below 👇
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Alongside the award, the initiative comes with a monitoring & evaluation framework.
More info in the comments below 👇
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
September 3, 2025 at 8:14 AM
The 'Best Tourism Villages' initiative recognises rural destinations that harness tourism as a driver of inclusive & sustainable development.
Alongside the award, the initiative comes with a monitoring & evaluation framework.
More info in the comments below 👇
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Alongside the award, the initiative comes with a monitoring & evaluation framework.
More info in the comments below 👇
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
How can systems for collecting information on rural funding without adding admin burden be improved? bit.ly/45RSfov
Ideas:
• Strengthen info systems to spot funding gaps
• Collect beneficiary & area data
• Use application-stage data effectively
• Use digital tools & AI
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Ideas:
• Strengthen info systems to spot funding gaps
• Collect beneficiary & area data
• Use application-stage data effectively
• Use digital tools & AI
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
August 21, 2025 at 7:31 AM
How can systems for collecting information on rural funding without adding admin burden be improved? bit.ly/45RSfov
Ideas:
• Strengthen info systems to spot funding gaps
• Collect beneficiary & area data
• Use application-stage data effectively
• Use digital tools & AI
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
Ideas:
• Strengthen info systems to spot funding gaps
• Collect beneficiary & area data
• Use application-stage data effectively
• Use digital tools & AI
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
A mission-driven start-up is installing prefabricated, automated shops in remote French villages to bring back 24/7 access to affordable groceries: bit.ly/3JDSBG6
The project operates nearly 100 shops & plans to expand further.
More good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The project operates nearly 100 shops & plans to expand further.
More good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
August 29, 2025 at 7:57 AM
A mission-driven start-up is installing prefabricated, automated shops in remote French villages to bring back 24/7 access to affordable groceries: bit.ly/3JDSBG6
The project operates nearly 100 shops & plans to expand further.
More good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The project operates nearly 100 shops & plans to expand further.
More good practices: bit.ly/3UfjDWu
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The #RuralPactConference will explore actions to strengthen rural communities, economies & ways of life.
We’ll be discussing digital & energy transitions, rural youth & empowering local communities.
Tune in on 17 Sept at 16:15 for a recap: bit.ly/4gmVjuO
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
We’ll be discussing digital & energy transitions, rural youth & empowering local communities.
Tune in on 17 Sept at 16:15 for a recap: bit.ly/4gmVjuO
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
September 9, 2025 at 7:46 AM
The #RuralPactConference will explore actions to strengthen rural communities, economies & ways of life.
We’ll be discussing digital & energy transitions, rural youth & empowering local communities.
Tune in on 17 Sept at 16:15 for a recap: bit.ly/4gmVjuO
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
We’ll be discussing digital & energy transitions, rural youth & empowering local communities.
Tune in on 17 Sept at 16:15 for a recap: bit.ly/4gmVjuO
#RuralPact #RuralVisionEU
The group is now live on the #RuralPact platform, offering a collaborative space for local & regional authorities, practitioners, policymakers, & stakeholders dedicated to empowering fair & sustainable energy planning in rural Europe: shorturl.at/CO5NF
#RuralVisionEU
#RuralVisionEU
August 28, 2025 at 7:01 AM
The group is now live on the #RuralPact platform, offering a collaborative space for local & regional authorities, practitioners, policymakers, & stakeholders dedicated to empowering fair & sustainable energy planning in rural Europe: shorturl.at/CO5NF
#RuralVisionEU
#RuralVisionEU