Place Out: Revitalising Rural Spaces Areas (Series of 7 webinars from 13/03 to 24/04)

Revitalising Rural Spaces: Learning Opportunities for Youth living in Rural Areas

Abandoned, unused or underutilised buildings are a common feature of EU rural areas. Empty squares, disused schools or factories, unused fields – reminders of the past centrality of these territories in EU history – not only can negatively impact the quality of life for citizens and the attractiveness of the territory: they represent untapped potential and missed opportunities for local communities.

Instead of remaining dormant and draining communities, Europe showcases inspiring transformations where these spaces have become pivots of positive change. Deserted buildings are reborn as bustling community centers, hosting events and workshops that revive social interaction and cultural vibrancy; Creative hubs blossom with artistic expression, attracting tourism and enhancing the territory’s cultural identity; Public spaces are reimagined as recreational areas, with parks, playgrounds, and green spaces promoting physical and mental well-being. These are just a few examples of the diverse ways communities across Europe are breathing new life into their forgotten spaces.

Those experiences show that regenerating an abandoned space does not only require a good idea: it requires method, competencies, and funding, making an organization capable of effectively carrying out the revitalisation and management of a rural space.

Who is the course for:

• Young people living or working in non-urban areas of the EU
• Members of youth organisations, local and national NGOs
• Professionals working in the field of spatial regeneration
• Anyone interested in the European dimension and international networking

What you will learn:

In this 8-module learning journey, participants will learn everything there is to know about urban regeneration in non-urban areas:

• Understand the challenges and opportunities of territorial regeneration.
• Develop a methodology for planning and implementing regeneration projects.
• Learn how to engage stakeholders and build community support.
• Access funding and resources for their projects.
• Create a sustainable vision for their community.
• Empower and reinforce the overall activities of their organizations

Program 

Each webinar is implemented from 16.00 to 18.00 CET and it is not mandatory to attend all the webinars but you can pick up the most relevant for you. 

March 13, 2024 - SPACE REGENERATION PROCESS: THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK AND PRACTICAL OVERVIEW

March 20, 2024 - SPACES REGENERATION EXPERIENCES AND TERRITORIAL DEVELOPMENT PROCESSES

March 27, 2024 - EU PROJECT DESIGN FOR SPACES REGENERATION

April 3, 2024 - CULTURE-DRIVEN SPACE REGENERATION IN EUROPE

April 10, 2024 - PARTICIPATORY PROCESSES AND CO-DESIGN FOR SPACES REGENERATION (Workshop)

April 17, 2024 - WORKSHOP: COMMUNICATION, ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNITY BUILDING

April 24, 2024 - COLLABORATIVE CO-WORKING SPACES IN NON-URBAN AREAS 
 

Find more info and get registred here