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Cyberviolence is a growing threat to women in politics, deterring their participation and undermining democracy. Building on CEMR’s Women in Politics study, this event explores the impact of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) in local and regional governance. Join us to raise awareness, share best practices, and drive action towards safer, more inclusive political spaces.

Speakers:

• Estela Bulku – Programme Manager, WYDE/Women Leadership Component at UN Women
• Carina Ohlsson – Chair, EU Committee at SALAR, Head of Delegation, Swedish Delegation to the Committee of the Regions
• Shada Islam – Managing Director at New Horizons Project Geopolitical Strategy Advice and Analysis
• Flo Clucas – Cabinet Member at Cheltenham Council; CEMR Finance Spokesperson; Member, Observatory Local Government Finance at O.E.C.D.
• Ana Carla Pereira – Director ‘Equality and Non-Discrimination’, DG Justice & Consumers, at the European Commission

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The event is organised in collaboration with Finnish Consulting Group (FCG), the Association of Finnish Local and Regional Authorities and the City of Turku. It brings together experts from various fields, researchers and municipal decision-makers to network and share experiences on local climate work

Open to the general public.  

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CEMR will have a booth at the Cities Forum 2025, an EU flagship event for urban leaders shaping sustainable cities. Organised by the European Commission and the European Urban Initiative, it features high-level debates, interactive workshops, and site visits. Don’t miss this chance to shape the EU’s urban future!

• Open to the general public.  

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The CEMR Leaders’ Summit brings together over 150 international leaders from 41 member countries and partners to explore Europe’s most urgent challenges. This two-day gathering includes internal CEMR Policy Committee meetings on Day 1, and strategic political discussions on Day 2, focused on the needs of CEMR members and the broader international context.

This edition of the Leaders’ Summit will be hosted by the Norwegian Association of Local and Regional Authorities (KS).  

• Open to CEMR members. 

A global gathering of policymakers, experts, and stakeholders driving progress on the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals. Through high-level discussions, in-depth reviews, and country presentations, the forum will advance science-based, inclusive solutions for a sustainable and equitable future.  

European Mayors and councillors will make their voice heard and present how the local level can deliver sustainable, resilient and innovative solutions. To strengthen the voice of local and regional governments, PLATFORMA and CEMR are joining forces with the Global Task Force of Local and Regional Governments (GTF) led by the world organisation United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG).  

• Open to CEMR members

The European Week of Regions and Cities is the largest annual event on EU cohesion policy, bringing together local leaders, policymakers, and experts. Over four days, cities and regions showcase their role in driving growth, creating jobs, and strengthening European governance through collaboration and knowledge exchange. CEMR will organise different events during this week. More information will be available soon.

• Open to the general public.

Registrations: https://regions-and-cities.europa.eu/  

CEMR is the European section of the world organisation United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG). The World Council is the principal policymaking body of the World Organisation. Composed of 342 members from all UCLG Sections, it meets once a year to decide the World Organisation’s policies and ensure that general policies are implemented. More information available soon.  

• Open to members 

Held twice a year, this internal meeting brings together Secretaries General and directors from CEMR member associations to discuss organisational priorities and internal affairs ahead of each CEMR Leaders’ Summit. 

• Open to Secretaries General and directors of CEMR member associations.  

The CEMR Leaders’ Summit brings together over 150 international leaders from 41 member countries and partners to explore Europe’s most urgent challenges. This two-day gathering includes internal CEMR Policy Committee meetings on Day 1, and strategic political discussions on Day 2, focused on the needs of CEMR members and the broader international context. This edition of the Leaders’ Summit will be hosted by the Local Councils’ Association of Malta. 

• Open to CEMR members.