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We are glad to introduce our associated strategic partner in Austria: the municipality of Eberau (district of Güssing, Burgendland state). 👥 Inhabitans: 916 (01.01.2024) 🗺️  Area: 3075 ha ⌛ Long history with municipality first mentioned in 1221 🍇 Winegrowing is a key traditional economic activity 🏡  "Kellerstöckl" are typical wine cellers with a unique architecture Stay tuned to find out how buildings with potential will be key in addressing depopulation in the area! #RurAll #InterregRurALL #InterregDanube #Mapping #RuralRevitalization #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEngagement Interreg Danube Region Programme (Photo credits: Marktgemeinde Eberau, www.eberau.at)

🏘️ LP Municipality of Beltinci : Kicking Off the Mapping Activity🏘️ Yesterday, we had the pleasure of launching the first mapping pocess of our RurAll project with an initial mapping session! Using the Mapping implementation plan we first gathered all the information available in our Geographic information system and then we went to the field to collect information about the building at the location. Later in the day, we had a productive first meeting with local community representatives, presenting the mapping activity and discussing the importance of their involvement. We invited them to support the project by helping us locate and map deteriorating dwellings in their areas. 💬 Their insights and collaboration will be essential to achieving our goal of locating and revitalizing rural settlements, and creating opportunities for sustainable development. Exciting times ahead! Stay tuned for more updates on the progress of RurAll. 🙌 #RurAll #InterregRurALL #InterregDanube #Mapping #RuralRevitalization #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEngagement Interreg Danube Region Programme

🌍 On Tuesday, our team participated in a dynamic mapping workshop as part of the #RurALL project. This initiative, inspired by the New European Bauhaus, addresses rural depopulation by transforming deteriorating buildings into valuable community assets. We have prepared a questionnaire and activity plan and presented it to our consortium! 🌍 Let the mapping begin! Interreg Danube Region Programme #RurALL #mapping #NewEuropeanBauhaus

🌍💻 Last week, we had a productive online meeting as part of our RurALL project, focusing on topic mapping! Partners from REDASP Sumadija and Pomoravlje , Development agency of city of Prijedor "PREDA" , MOBA Housing SCE , Business Information and Consulting Center and Občina BELTINCI came together for a productive meeting. We reviewed a draft for the mapping implementation plan and discussed the crucial data we’ll be gathering on deteriorating dwellings across rural areas. Excited to see this come together and the insights it will bring. 🏠 Looking forward to the next steps! #RurALL #Mapping #SustainableDevelopment #RuralCommunities #InterregDanube Interreg Danube Region Programme

💡 Throwback to our last SCOM meeting 💡 We’re excited to kick off our project activities with renewed energy after a refreshing summer break. Our team is diving back in with fresh perspectives and a clear focus on achieving our goals for the second project period. Looking forward to the great work ahead! #RurALL #InterregDanube #InterregRurALL Interreg Danube Region Programme

Work visit within the RurALL Project On July 23, 2024, the implementation team of the project "RURALL - Livable Rural Communities of the Future - A New Integrated Governance Model to Address the Depopulation of Rural Areas" conducted a work visit to Hodod, a commune that is a strategic associate partner within the project. The work visit was attended by members of the project team, Mr. Francisc Balog - Mayor of Hodod Commune, Mrs. Gyüre Rotariuc Noémi Andrea - Chief Architect at the Satu Mare County Council, Mr. Adrian Georghiu - Head of Urbanism and Construction Discipline Service at the Satu Mare County Council, Mrs. Ilok Diana Corina - Specialist Inspector at the Hodod Town Hall. The agenda of the work visit included discussions on the main challenges facing Hodod Commune, delineation of the area to be mapped within the RurALL project, and a field visit to the main tourist attractions in Hodod Commune. The RurALL project is funded by the Danube Region Program 2021-2027 and its main objective is to develop a governance model to address the depopulation of rural areas by improving planning, management, decision-making, and collaboration processes within rural communities to exploit the potential of abandoned/unutilized buildings. The project includes 14 partners from 11 countries, and the strategic associate partner of the Satu Mare County Intercommunity Development Association in this project is Hodod commune. Within the project, possible models for the rehabilitation of unused buildings in Hodod commune will be developed to prevent the depopulation of the area. The project has a total value of EUR 2,597,692.50, and the budget allocated to the Association within this project is EUR 159,700.

⭐ Introducing MOBA Housing Network ⭐ MOBA Housing SCE is a vibrant ecosystem of cooperative housing initiatives, research institutes, and other actors dedicated to affordable and sustainable housing in Central and South-Eastern Europe. Originating from the concept of “self-build through mutual help” in South Slavic languages, MOBA brings together diverse stakeholders to create institutional frameworks and policies that enable lower and mid-income populations to access quality housing. With member cooperatives from Croatia, Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, and Checkia, MOBA excels in sustainable architecture, social entrepreneurship, impact investing, grant-making, research and housing policy development. MOBA also especially prides itself on the development of open-access tools, conducting groundbreaking research, and providing grants and policy proposals that shape the housing landscape. From creating financial modelling tools to developing sustainable financing mechanisms, MOBA’s expertise is vast and impactful. Our recent projects include the Catalytic Capital Investment research, which has significantly influenced affordable housing policy in the region. 🏡 MOBA's Role in the RurALL Project 🏡 As the so-called knowledge partner in the RurALL project, MOBA is leveraging its extensive expertise to support the development of multi-stakeholder governance models, community engagement strategies, and innovative business models for housing renovation based on the principles of the New European Bauhaus. By contributing to policy recommendations and facilitating the mapping and analysis of dwellings, MOBA is driving forward sustainable housing solutions for rural communities. Together, we are building a brighter future for all! #RurALL #InterregRurAll #InterregDanube #MOBA #NEB #Sustainability #CommunityDevelopment #AffordableHousing

Presenting #RurALL partner Institut PIP (Zavod PIP – Pravni in informacijski center Maribor) Institut PIP (Legal and Information Centre Maribor) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization established in 2003, based in Maribor, Slovenia. For over two decades, Institut PIP has been at the forefront of fostering positive change and developments in the non-governmental sector as Regional NGO Development Center. From the very beginning, our core activities have focused on promoting human rights and the rule of law, active citizenship and community engagement, providing citizens easy access to information about the European Union and its’ policies, and capacity building of civil society organization in Podravje region. For several years, Institut PIP has been a member of the consortium providing regranting activities within the Active Citizens Fund (ACF) in Slovenia. Since 2018, the donor countries Iceland, Liechtenstein in Norway entrusted us with the role of fund operator. The ACF in Slovenia aims to strengthen the role of civil society organizations in promotion of democratic governance, including public participation in decision-making processes at both national and local level, promoting active citizenship, empowering vulnerable groups, and strengthening human rights. Thereforee, financial assistance from the Fund is provided to projects addressing at least one of these goals.     In recent years, the importance of community engagement and collaborative practices in decision-making processes has become increasingly recognized. Thus, we are convinced that everyone in the community should have a voice and that participatory processes and engagement with the community members are indispensable in creating solutions for sustainable urban as well as rural environments. Participation fosters a sense of ownership and legitimacy, reduces doubts and resistance and increases the likelihood of successful implementation. When community members are actively involved, they are more likely to trust and support the outcomes.   Within the RurALL project, Institut PIP is involved as a knowledge partner responsible for the development of the Community Engagement Plan. In the following months, we look forward to sharing our knowledge and providing support to territorial partners in applying community engagement approaches in pilot areas.   #InterregDanube #RurAll #CommuntyEngagement  

🌟 RurALL - Introducing the project partner EMFIE 🌟 🎉 EMFIE is a REGIOSTARS AWARD WINNER Organization. RegioStars are Europe's awards for the most innovative, regional projects. EMFIE was idea owner, developer and implementer of the RegioStars Award Winner CityWalk project, so EMFIE is very experienced in high-quality EU projects. 🎉 📌 The aim of EMFIE is to create value and help to the European Union to reach the goals of its regional policy. To do this, we develop and implement highly innovative, high-quality projects. One of EMFIE’s strengths is it’s non-traditional, creative approach and increased value added resulting in higher efficiency of the activities. 📌 💡 We are focusing on projects with direct or indirect connection with Responsible Innovation. It is an important development direction for the EU. The specific aim of EMFIE is to make responsible innovation known to the innovative actors, stakeholders and decision makers, and to implement actions, by which the innovation activities take place proactively and along a certified commitment to protect the future, it could be achieved by managing science and innovation responsible. 💡 💼 EMFIE will take part as knowledge provider in the RurAll project. EMFIE’s role is to leverage the successful experience gained from the implementation of the TalentMagnet project's governance framework. As a partner with expertise in the Interreg Danube Governance pillar, EMFIE aims to transfer this knowledge to support other project partners in the RurAll project. EMFIE is actively engaged as a knowledge provider also in the preparation phase, contributing its specialized insights and guidance throughout the project. 💼 By drawing on the lessons learned from the TalentMagnet project, EMFIE brings valuable governance practices and knowledge to the RurAll project. EMFIE's experience in the Interreg Danube Governance pillar allows them to offer unique perspectives on addressing challenges and maximizing the project's impact. Through their role as a knowledge provider, EMFIE facilitates knowledge exchange and capacity building among project partners. #EMFIE #RurALL #InterregDanube #InterregRurAll

👉 Presenting #RurAll Project Partner - Business Information and Consulting Center Located in the Municipality of Sandanski, Southwest Bulgaria, BICC – Sandanski is a multidisciplinary non-profit organization dedicated to providing targeted information and consulting services to SMEs. With over 25 years of experience, BICC specialises in business and social development, offering training and mentoring in entrepreneurship, financial consulting, and B2B services. It is also a trusted adult education training provider in the region. Their diverse portfolio of services includes: 💼 Business development: BICC specializes in business consulting, financial modelling, accounting, and strategic development. Their extensive experience in the finance industry enables them to assist local micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in optimizing financial structures and strategies to drive growth and profitability. 📝 Individual and tailored business consulting: Collaborating closely with clients, BICC understands unique needs, industry dynamics, and market trends to deliver customized solutions. They consider market analysis, competitive positioning, revenue streams, cost structures, and value propositions in their comprehensive approach. 💰 Financial consulting:  BICC conducts thorough assessments of financing options available to businesses, NGOs, and public authorities, including traditional bank loans, venture capital, private equity, and European grants. They develop effective funding strategies and assist in preparing funding proposals and negotiating terms with potential investors. 🌍 Trusted EU-funded partner: BICC has long-term experience in developing and implementing various EU funded projects for programs such as Erasmus+, Cosme, and Interreg. Their expertise extends to cross-border collaborations with neighbouring countries like North Macedonia and Greece, enhancing regional development and fostering international cooperation. In the #RurALL project, BICC–Sandanski is participating as both a territorial and knowledge partner. BICC will pilot initiatives in the Municipality of Sandanski (associated partner), addressing local infrastructure challenges and demographic decline by engaging stakeholders and building partnerships with local experts, stakeholders and the community. BICC will develop business models for dwelling renovation, highlighting potential social, cultural, and sustainability impacts in compliance with the New European Bauhaus (NEB) principles. They will coordinate data collection and present at least 33 business models for financing renovation projects. Join us on our journey towards revitalizing the rural regions of the Danube area by catalyzing the energy and expertise of the local communities. #InterregDanube #RurAll #depopulation #InterregRurAll