The latest research in sustainable cities and society explores how urban proximity influences social cohesion, revealing that residents’ perceptions of closeness are just as important...
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Regenerative Green TransitionUrban and Rural WellbeingConstruction+13 mais
The OECD has released a report exploring how innovation ecosystems in Portugal, Spain, and the Netherlands use emerging technologies to enhance citizen participation. It shows...
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Transformative Digital TransitionProximity and social economyDigital+10 mais
The JobDirect for NEET Youth within the ALMA Initiative project aimed to support the social and professional integration of disadvantaged NEET youth from Romania through...
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PartnershipsSkillsProximity and social economy+4 mais
The OECD Global Action report on “Promoting Social and Solidarity Economy Ecosystems” offers valuable insights into the growing role of social procurement in both public...
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Financing the ecosystemPartnershipsRegenerative Green Transition+13 mais
The demand for long-term care (LTC) is expected to rise by over one-third by 2050 due to population aging across OECD countries. Older adults requiring...
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Transformative Digital TransitionUrban and Rural WellbeingDigital+4 mais
The "Social Innovation for Active and Healthy Ageing" initiative, led by the King Baudouin Foundation in partnership with European institutions, aimed to promote and support...
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PartnershipsUrban and Rural WellbeingHealth+7 mais
The Union of Skills is a strategic initiative by the European Commission aimed at equipping the workforce with the skills needed for sustainable growth and...
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SkillsProximity and social economyAddressing capacity and skills gap+9 mais
The European Commission’s 2024 report on the proximity highlights the economic resilience of short supply chains, the social impact of inclusive labour markets, and the...
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Financing the ecosystemPartnershipsRegenerative Green Transition+66 mais
The Handbook on Cross-Border Energy Communities (CBECs) guides EU energy initiatives, tackling legal, technical, and administrative challenges. It highlights economic, social, and environmental benefits while...
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PartnershipsRegenerative Green TransitionProximity and social economy+14 mais
Data-driven decision-making (DDDM) enhances social impact by turning data into actionable insights. However, challenges like poor connectivity, inadequate infrastructure, and governance issues hinder its full...
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Transformative Digital TransitionProximity and social economyDigital+4 mais
