Inspired by the release of European Civic Forum’s Civic Space Report 2026, followed by the launch of the Human Rights Cities Network’s (HRCN) Human Right Cities Compendium of Good Practices in Monitoring, our partnership is pleased to launch a webinar series on Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) Consultation Mechanisms ! Beyond examining the challenges facing […]
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BOOSTING DEMOCRATIC PARTICIPATION IN CITIES TO RECHARGE DEMOCRACY IN EUROPE Urban areas are central to addressing contemporary global challenges and revitalising democratic governance. Cities, the closest level of government to its inhabitants, play a decisive role in safeguarding fundamental rights, promoting inclusion and EU values, and ensuring equitable access to public services. To achieve
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Localising the European Democracy Shield The Human Rights Cities Network (HRCN) organised a panel discussion and interactive session at the ACT NOW Mayors’ Conference 2026 in Cascais on 11 May 2026, in the context of the city becoming the 2026 European Capital of Democracy. Our panel “Building a Local Democracy Shield: Monitoring and Participation as
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Improving Inclusion and Service Access through Measurable Impact The Municipality of Padova is implementing a range of projects aimed at supporting vulnerable populations, including housing initiatives, day and night care centers, and targeted programmes for Roma, Sinti, and Traveller communities. These projects focus on improving access to basic services, fostering inclusion, and strengthening participation
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Empowering Teenage Parents through Coordinated Social Support The City of Ghent, in collaboration with civil society partners, is implementing a project focused on supporting teenage parents through tailored guidance and empowerment strategies. The initiative provides continuous support across multiple life domains, including education, employment, childcare, and social integration, with the aim of reducing poverty
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Strengthening Democratic Participation of Young People The City of Kraków is implementing a set of youth-focused initiatives under the “Młody Kraków” framework, aimed at increasing the participation of young people in local governance. Through mechanisms such as the Youth City Council, the School Participatory Budget, and the Youth Ambassador Programme, the city creates structured
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Promoting Inclusion and Non-Discrimination through Structured Monitoring The Municipality of Braga is implementing the IN LOCO project, which focuses on promoting the inclusion of migrants through targeted support services and awareness-raising activities. By working with both migrant communities and professionals, the project seeks to reduce inequalities and strengthen social cohesion at the local level. The
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The Human Rights Cities Network is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming online event! More than a webinar, through this exchange we aim to: 💪 Encourage local authorities and civil societies to adapt 🤝 Help them to reflect on how they can implement a monitoring system ✍ Share knowledge & experiences on good
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Strengthening Equal Access to Socio-Educational Services The municipality of Benalmádena is implementing the Corresponsables Project, a socio-educational initiative designed to support minors and young people, particularly those in vulnerable situations or facing difficulties in school integration. By combining targeted educational support with reintegration mechanisms such as the Expelled Students Classroom, the project ensures that no
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In 2025, the Human Rights Cities Network (HRCN) consolidated its role as a key European actor in strengthening human rights and democratic participation at the local level. Building on the momentum of 2024, the organisation moved from project design and experimentation into implementation, standardisation, and capacity-building at scale. Read our full report here:
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