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Youth entrepreneurship as a solution for local economic renewal

A generation facing uncertainty Across many regions, young people continue to face major challenges in accessing stable employment and meaningful opportunities. High unemployment rates, limited career prospects, and economic instability often push young talent to leave smaller communities in search of better opportunities elsewhere.This ongoing migration creates a serious problem for local economies. When communities […]

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How citizens can identify and report electoral irregularities

Understanding electoral irregularities Elections are a cornerstone of democracy, giving citizens the power to choose their leaders and influence national development. However, the integrity of an election can be undermined when irregularities occur during the electoral process. Electoral irregularities refer to unlawful actions, misconduct, or violations that interfere with free, fair, and transparent elections. These

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Why Digital Skills Are Becoming Essential for Social Inclusion?

The Growing Importance of Digital Literacy The digital transformation of society is reshaping how people learn, work, communicate, and participate in their communities. From applying for jobs and accessing education to engaging with public services and civic initiatives, digital tools are now deeply integrated into everyday life. As a result, digital literacy has become a

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EU Gender Equality Strategy 2026–2030: Embedding Equality in Every Aspect of Local Life

The European Commission has launched the EU Gender Equality Strategy 2026–2030, setting a renewed and ambitious framework to ensure that equality between women and men is not treated as a standalone issue, but as a core principle across all areas of policy and daily life. From sport and education to employment and digital participation, the

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Social Media as a Tool for Civic Change: Opportunity or Noise?

In the past decade, social media has redefined civic engagement across the globe. Platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have given ordinary citizens unprecedented power to share information, organize movements, and hold leaders accountable in real time. What once required access to traditional media or political structures can now be achieved with

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From Dialogue to Action: The Value of Shared European Ideas

“Dialogue is often the first step toward meaningful change.” Dialogue is one of the most important starting points for cooperation and development. Across Europe, communities, organisations, institutions, and citizens face many shared challenges, from social inclusion and digital transformation to sustainability, education, and democratic participation. While these issues may appear differently from one place to

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Generative AI Expands Across Europe: Why Digital Inclusion and Skills Matter More Than Ever

Generative AI Becomes Part of Everyday Life Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of daily life across Europe. According to new Eurostat data, 32.7% of people aged 16 to 74 in the EU used generative AI tools in 2025. Most people used these tools for personal purposes, while a growing share also used them for

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Bridging the Gap: Youth Engagement and the Future of Local Democracy in Europe

Young people are not absent — they are unconvinced Young people across Europe are often described as politically disengaged. But the picture is more nuanced. Recent EU findings show that 64% of young people participated in the activities of an organisation in the past 12 months, while 48% said they had taken action to change

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Strengthening Democracy in the European Union: The Role of Local Action, Civic Participation, and Inclusive Communities

Democracy Beyond Institutions Strengthening democracy in the European Union is not only about institutions and policies. It is also about creating opportunities for people to participate, collaborate, and feel included in the decisions that shape their communities and their future. EILD’s Contribution to Democratic Participation In this context, the European Institute for Local Development (EILD)

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