𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 #𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐧ç𝐨𝐧 (𝐅𝐑) 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤! We explored some of the most pressing and inspiring topics shaping our urban future — from citizen engagement 🗣️ , 100% renewable energy 🔋 to circular economy leadership ♻️ and adapting to climate change 🌦️ A special highlight: Assen’s Deputy Mayor Bert Jan ten Oever participated in the #MayorsClub, an initiative that brings together local elected representatives to exchange on different energy solutions. Thank you Energy Cities for hosting such a brilliant event - and congratulations on 35 years of driving sustainable urban transformation!🎉🌱 #EnergyTransition #SustainableCities #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #EnergyCities
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The EU Office of the Cities Northern Netherlands, is an Brussels based office representing the cities Groningen, Leeuwarden, Assen and Emmen in the EU. The EU Office is situated at the House of the Dutch Provinces in Brussels. The aim is to connect innovative SME's from the Northern Netherlands with EU working programs on research and innovation (H2020) and financial instruments (ESFI, COSME, SME Instrument). The office works as the frontrunner of innovative projects related to the economic ecosystem of the cities. Collaboration is based around a network of cities, knowledge institutes, research facilities and the regional government (provinces of Drenthe, Fryslan and Groningen). The office presents concrete high innovative projects from the cities in the EU context. The goal is to find partners from other regions and cities, connect them to the projects in the cities and perceive new developments and projects which can contribute to economic challenges. Main focus is on downstream projects; realistic projects that matter for the ecosystem of the cities. The Northern Netherlands focuses on five important areas of knowledge: water technology, energy, sensor technology, agribusiness (bio-based economy) and Healthy Ageing (life sciences). The government, research institutes and business are now actively cooperating in these clusters. The four large cities are coordinating and facilitating concrete projects related to these themes.
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🌟 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻! 🌟 Leeuwarden has taken another significant step forward in the race to become the European Youth Capital. 🙌🏻 A great example of how the youth can contribute to shaping Europe's future! Let’s keep pushing forward, because the future belongs to those who dare to dream and act! 💪 Gemeente Leeuwarden| Leeuwarden for European Youth Capital 2028 | Anke Hilda Hoekstra | Ewout Oppers | Else Hofstra #EYC2028 #lwdforeyc #Leeuwarden #YouthPower #Inspiration #Europe
We’re one step closer! 🥳 The jury of the European Youth Forum has selected Leeuwarden and as one of the 5 cities to go to the next round in the race to become European Youth Capital in 2028. This brings us closer to our vision of a city and its surrounding villages, where young people contribute ideas and have equal opportunities! Our bid – created by young people, for young people – focuses on vitality, equity, and sense of belonging, ensuring that young people’s voices shape the city’s future. But this is more than just a title – it’s about creating a city where young people have the power to influence decisions, start initiatives, and make a real impact. 🤝 If we win, 2028 will be a milestone – but the movement has already begun. Young people in Leeuwarden are already taking the lead, shaping policies and making real difference. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁? 📅 June 17 – Second round bidbook submission 📅 August 12 – Jury feedback 📅 October 7 – Final bid submission 🏆 November – Winner announcement Want to be part of the movement? Do you work, study, do sports, make music, or just hang out in Leeuwarden or one of the 35 villages, this is your chance to shape it. 👉 Claim your spot: https://buff.ly/ADUJ4Az #EYC2028 #lwdforeyc #leeuwarden
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We can’t wait for Urban Future - Better-Cities Event! 🤩 The UF25 Programme is packed with inspiring speakers, interesting events and game-changing sessions! This is the place to learn from experts, gain fresh perspectives, and shape the future of cities together. 🌍✨ Do you want to help making our cities better? Don’t miss out – The Better – Cities Event, May 21- 23, 2025 Łódź, Poland 🚀 #UF25 #BetterCities #UrbanFuture Anke Hilda Hoekstra | Floris Gräper | Grietje Regtop | Mira Hamraoui | Paolo Bakker | Simon Kleinheerenbrink | Ewout Oppers | Ellen Bosma | Ingeborg Bennink | Pieter Faber | Angèle Liaigre | Evite van Winkoop
🪅 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲! The UF25 Programme is here, and that means it’s prime-time for urban transformation! Get ready for a week full of action in Łódź! 🫶 250 speakers 🫶 30 field trips, and 🫶 50 game-changing sessions like: “Boomers X GenZ”, “The Cities F** Up Show”, and “How to Annoy Politicians” This is the place where city leaders, urbanists, and change-makers come together to shape the future. Will you join us? THE BETTER-CITIES EVENT 🩷 https://lnkd.in/edhFH2pm 🇵🇱 Łódź, Poland | May 21-23, 2025 👉 DOWNLOAD THE PROGRAMME NOW! https://lnkd.in/dNpxJV2A
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We had the pleasure of welcoming Vice-Mayor Abel Reitsma to Brussels! It was a fantastic opportunity to exchange knowledge and engage in conversations with ERRIN Director Pirita Lindholm and Director Jurgen Rienks, Ruud S., and Annabel Hoven of Neth-ER (Netherlands house for Education and Research). 🙌
24 hours in Brussels. A lot is currently happening in the heart of the EU decision-making. And it has an impact on our region. That’s why it’s good to be there from time to time. It’s multilingual, busy, bustling and vibrant—everything breathes the international aspect of the EU within this city. Yesterday afternoon marked the start of the Fryslân Dei, at the invitation of the Provincial Council. A thematic session on water being deeply embedded in our DNA, shaping our landscape and spatial development. On one hand, you want to ensure quality, quantity and safety. On the other, there’s the economic valorization of water. As the Capital of Water Technology, we are at the forefront of this field. We have Wetsus, European Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Water Technology and the Water Alliance on one single campus. The event concluded with a networking session, followed by my own program. I had a conversation with ERRIN director Pirita Lindholm. ERRIN is a well-known Brussels-based platform that gathers around 120 regional organisations from more than 20 European countries. We spoke about the opportunities and challenges posed by the EU’s new direction. Security, resilience, and economic competitiveness are high on the agenda, and we will need to align our narrative accordingly. Thursday morning included a meeting with director Jurgen Rienks, Ruud S. and Annabel Hoven of Neth-ER (Netherlands house for Education and Research) about the opportunities this new multi-annual financial framework presents for our education sector—MBO, HBO, and WO. Definitely worthwhile, and heading home full of good ideas! Thanks for the preparation and participation Jeanet van Dellen, Anke Hilda Hoekstra, Ingeborg Bennink and of course Pieter Faber, head of our EU Office. Friso Douwstra Johannes Boonstra Robbert Lodewijks Marij Tolsma Wiebe Strikwerda
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🌊𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 #𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐎𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 Last week, the #EuropeanOceanDays took place in Brussels—an event dedicated to the future of our oceans. Each day highlighted crucial topics such as the sustainable blue economy and blue investments, bringing together experts, policymakers, and ocean advocates. We had the opportunity to attend two insightful sessions: 💠 Day 1: Young Voices for the Ocean! The event kicked off with a strong focus on #youthengagement. Commissioner Kadis for Fisheries and Oceans participated in a Youth Dialogue, discussing how young voices can help shape the European Ocean Pacts. This was followed by thought-provoking sessions on the role of young people in ocean restoration and achieving the EU Mission objectives. Our trainee Iza van der Meer found it a real chance for young people to have their voices heard! 👏 💠 Day 4: 3rd Annual Oceans and Water #Mission Forum The fourth day centred around what is needed to build a water resilience strategy for the EU. As part of the consultation process for this strategy, over 50 experts from various fields shared their insights through dynamic pitches and engaging panel discussions. A crucial step towards a stronger, more resilient future for Europe’s waters! This was a welcome discussion for our cities, as water plays a crucial role in the Northern Netherlands, notably in #Leeuwarden where the #WaterCampus is constantly developing new innovations which surely will help enhance the quality of European waters in the future. Mission Ocean #EUMissions #HorizonEU #BlueEconomy #Sustainability #OceanFuture
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𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞'𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 Two weeks ago, Pieter Faber traveled to Krakow to attend the European Way of Growth conference, organized by the Polish Presidency. The event brought together policymakers and thought leaders for insightful discussions on Europe’s Competitiveness Agenda. One key takeaway: cities are clearly seen as vital players in driving this initiative! 🔥 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲: 💠 Cities as Catalysts in Cohesion Policy: Commissioner Raffaele Fitto (Cohesion and Reforms) emphasized the vital role of cities in implementing EU regulations and programs. Rather than being passive players, cities should be seen as key drivers in addressing Europe’s challenges. He proposed the idea of a new program or chapter within cohesion policy, directly addressing urban needs—particularly in affordable housing and the New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative. We hope these encouraging words mark a significant change in how the EU supports its cities. 💠 A Strong Social Agenda for Europe's Future: Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu (Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness) stressed that investing in skills, jobs, and social programs is essential for Europe’s resilience and prosperity. The #EuropeanSocialFund (ESF) plays a central role in this mission, ensuring that both economic strength and democracy are upheld. 💡 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁? 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗙𝗙: As negotiations for the #MultiannualFinancialFramework (#MFF) approach, it is more important than ever for decision-makers to understand the central role cities play in fostering progress and competitiveness. The European Commission’s Road to the Next Multiannual Financial Framework communication has provided an early look at what the new long-term budget might entail. The document highlights a shift towards country-specific plans and an overarching Competitiveness Fund. It is essential to ensure that cities continue to have direct access to EU funding, enabling them to drive local innovation and respond swiftly to urgent challenges. While we agree on the need for simplification to drive innovation and strengthen Europe's economic vitality, we believe that for cities to remain effective drivers of change, they must have direct access to adequate funding. 📢 And we are not alone! Together with the #LocalAlliance, we’ve published a position paper advocating for a strong local role in the MFF. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eTmf6PdY
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𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐬 – 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐩! 😊 🌍 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐍 Angèle Liaigre attended the kick-off meeting of the ERRIN Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster. This interactive session was a great opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and explore upcoming activities for 2025 planned by the Blue Economy Working Group, Adaptation Task Force, and Bioeconomy Working Group. 🤝 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 & 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 We welcomed our colleagues from the Gemeente Leeuwarden Public Affairs team for a two-day visit filled with insights and inspiration: We visited the Permanent Representation of the Netherlands to the EU and the Office Lille Métropole, where Tristan Schyns and Wim De Jaeger shared valuable insights on: 🔹 How local information reaches Brussels 🔹 Effective EU lobbying strategies 🔹 Collaboration on European projects and influencing policy Louise Coffineau from Eurocities joined us to explain how the European network operates in Brussels. The visit concluded with a tour of the European Parliament – a perfect way to bring EU policymaking to life! 💬 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 Our intern Iza van der Meer joined a discussion at the European Parliament with Raquel Garcia Hermida-van der Walle, engaging with young people from Tienskip about the impact of Europe on local issues. Her insights were inspiring, making it a valuable and thought-provoking session. Another week full of networking, learning, and inspiration in Brussels! #LeeuwardenInEuropa #EuropeseSamenwerking #Brussel #Netwerken #EU Anke Hilda Hoekstra Else Hofstra Simeon Bruinsma Frouke de Vries Cécile Wagstaff Mairis Vaneker Rutger Van Houten Angèle Liaigre Ingeborg Bennink Pieter Faber Iza van der Meer
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ɪɴᴛʀᴏᴅᴜᴄɪɴɢ ᴏᴜʀ ɴᴇᴡ ɪɴᴛᴇʀɴ Iza van der Meer✨ 💠 Iza is originally from Leeuwarden and has now moved to Brussels for her internship. She will join our office for five months. 🎓 She is in her last year of Bachelor of European Studies, studying at the NHL Stenden Leeuwarden. She minored in Criminology and studied in Mexico for half a year. During her studies, she learned about European law, intercultural communication, and European integration. We believe she will be a great addition to the office. In the next five months, she looks forward to putting her knowledge into action! In brief, welcome Iza to our team and Brussels! 👏 #assen #leeuwarden #groningen #emmen #EUoffice #newteammember
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🔗 Connected regional innovation #ecosystems are the key for Europe’s #competitiveness – this message guided yesterday’s ERRIN high-level event with participation of five Members of the European Parliament as discussions on the future Multiannual Financial Framework #MFF post-2027 are in full swing. Eszter Lakos (EPP), Christophe Clergeau (S&D) and Dario Nardella (S&D) from the ITRE Committee, joined the event alongside Janusz Lewandowski (EPP) and Rasmus Andresen (Greens) from the BUDG Committee. 🗣️In the debate elegantly moderated by Sarah English, ERRIN Co-Chair from Scotland Europa, messages from the MEPs were complemented by regional voices from #ERRINmembers Montse Daban Marín, Catalonia, Joanna Kubiak, Wielkopolska, Pieter Faber, Cities Northern Netherlands, Saara Nuotio-Coulon, Turku-Southwest Finland European Office and remarks from ERRIN Director Pirita Lindholm. 🔑 Key takeaways: 🔹The Draghi report has placed R&I at the heart of EU Policy Making. Competitiveness must be driven by #innovation. 🔹Europe’s weakness is its fragmented innovation ecosystem – also highlighted by #CompetitivenessCompass published today. As innovation happens in places, tackling this challenge requires mobilisation of cities and regions and their R&I ecosystems 🔹Strengthening connectivity between regional ecosystems will help boosting Europe’s competitiveness. 🔹Clear framework for support to regional R&I ecosystems in the next MFF is needed 🔹Achieving a more inclusive European R&I ecosystem and tackling the innovation gap remain a key challenge to be addressed 🔹Fostering collaboration between stronger and weaker ecosystems can help unlock the full innovation potential of Europe as a whole 🔹It is essential to provide concrete proposals in addition to key principles strong #cohesion policy, multi-level governance and #partnership principle 🔹Dare to dream – think “out of the box” when making proposals towards #FP10 or the next #MFF 🔹 A common goal and an ambitious collective strategy are necessary 👏 The success of this event was a collective effort of #ERRINmembers – thank you all for your tremendous work in making it happen! We look forward to continuing the discussion.
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𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗘𝗨 𝗯𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁! 🌐 We are happy to have contributed to the #LocalAlliance position paper concerning the new EU budget #MFF 2028 – 2034. This paper strongly calls for acknowledging the fundamental role that cities and regions play in a sustainable, competitive, and prosperous Europe. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘴 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘬𝘦𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘔𝘍𝘍? 💠 Cities should keep direct access to EU funding. 💠 Cities should be given the space to contribute with their local ambition to global goals. 💠 Cities have to be actively involved in the shaping and implementing funding programs from the start. 💠 The next EU budget should be simplified, accessible, and effective. 💡 Place-based, locally driven investments must be the backbone of the next MFF. Cities and regions hold the expertise to tackle Europe's most pressing challenges, fostering clean industries and social prosperity. The #LocalAlliance paper is the result of a coalition of eight leading European networks: Eurocities ERRIN POLIS network ACR+ | Association of Cities and Regions for sustainable Resource management Energy Cities Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) Climate Alliance FEDARENE ICLEI Europe. Read the report here: 👇