Events – PREPARE

Join the Upcoming #RuralPact Good Practice Webinar on LEADER/CLLD, ITI, and Smart Villages

Rural communities across Europe are evolving—and innovative territorial approaches are at the heart of this transformation. If you're interested in shaping the future of rural development, don’t miss the upcoming #RuralPact Good Practice Webinar taking place on 22 April. This engaging session will focus on three key instruments driving change across the EU: LEADER / Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) Integrated Territorial Investments (ITI) Smart Villages These approaches ar...
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Presentation of the European Rural Parliament and the Inverurie Declaration at the EESC

On 28 January 2026, the European Rural Parliament (ERP) and the Inverurie Declaration 2025 were presented to members of the NAT Section of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) in Brussels. The ERP was represented by four European rural organisations: PREPARE, represented by Miodrag Matavulj, Secretary General ERCA, represented by Tom Jones, President ELARD, represented by Piotr Sadlocha, President Rural Youth Europe, represented by Adriana Borsellino ...
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PREPARE Erasmus+ Webinar & Brokerage Event – Join Us

PREPARE warmly invites its members and partners to an upcoming Erasmus+ webinar and brokerage event, created to support the development of strong project ideas and meaningful partnerships ahead of the next Erasmus+ call. This online session will combine practical guidance, strategic insight, and interactive networking to help participants move from initial ideas to concrete project concepts aligned with PREPARE’s priorities. Event Details Date: Thursday, 18 December Time: 13:00...
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PREPARE at the Rural Pact Conference: Turning Vision into Action for Rural Europe

On 16-17 September 2025, PREPARE proudly joined over 250 representatives from across the EU at the Rural Pact Conference: “From Vision to Action: Empowering rural areas for the future”. Hosted at the Château du Biez in Pecq (Kortrijk), Belgium, the event was a milestone in advancing the EU’s Long-Term Vision for Rural Areas (LTVRA) and the Rural Action Plan. What the Conference Was About The Rural Pact Conference brought together community organisations, public authorities, businesses...
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Rural Pact Coordination Group Meets in Brussels to Advance Vision for Rural Europe

Brussels, 4 June 2025 — The fifth meeting of the Rural Pact Coordination Group convened in Brussels, bringing together representatives from EU institutions, national and regional authorities, and rural stakeholders to propel the Rural Pact agenda forward. This gathering marked a key milestone in the European Union’s commitment to fostering vibrant, resilient, and inclusive rural areas. The day opened with a comprehensive overview of the EU’s evolving rural policy landscape. A forward-looking pr...
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Living Lab Info Session Brings Rural Innovation to the Forefront

On Monday, May 5th, 2025, the PREPARE network, in collaboration with the European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL), hosted a successful Living Lab Info Session webinar. The event brought together stakeholders from across Europe to explore how Living Lab methodologies and Open Innovation can foster citizen participation and drive sustainable development in rural areas. The session, held via Zoom, attracted participants from PREPARE member organizations, the GRANULAR project’s Replication Labs, and...
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Upcoming Webinar: Living Lab Info Session – May 5th, 2025

We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming Living Lab Info Session taking place on Monday, May 5th, 2025, from 14:00 to 16:00 CET. This webinar offers an in-depth introduction to Living Labs and the Open Innovation concept, focusing on practical applications for rural and territorial development. About the Session The session is co-organised by the European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL) and PREPARE, and aims to introduce the core principles, tools, and operations of Living Labs. It will...
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Register Now for the FUTURAL Policy Webinar – Shape the Future of EU Rural Innovation

Date: 21 May 2025Time: 9:30 – 11:30 AM (CET)Location: OnlineRegister here: https://bit.ly/3RIrY3uView the full agenda: https://bit.ly/3GwMBO1 As the EU prepares for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (2028–2034), significant changes are expected in the way rural policies are designed and implemented. Now is the time to explore how community-led, social, technological, and business innovations can help build vibrant, sustainable rural areas. Join the FUTURAL Policy Webinar, an impor...
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The GRANULAR Rural Compass presented on European Rural Parliament MID-TERM EVENT

The European Rural Parliament (ERP) Mid-Term Event, organized in collaboration with the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), held in Brussels in January 30, 2025, was a pivotal gathering for rural stakeholders across Europe. Among the key contributions was the presentation of the GRANULAR Rural Compass by Goran Šoster from PREPARE, a tool designed to address the complexity and diversity of rural areas by providing better data and insights for policymaking. Understanding Rural Complexi...
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Shaping the Future of Rural Europe – PREPARE at the European Rural Parliament Mid-Term Event

On January 30, 2025, the PREPARE Network actively participated in the European Rural Parliament (ERP) Mid-Term Event, held in Brussels, Belgium. This significant gathering, organized in collaboration with the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), provided an opportunity for rural stakeholders, policymakers, and civil society organizations to engage in crucial discussions about the future of rural Europe. Key Highlights of the Event One of the most notable moments of the event was the ...
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