The S3 Community of Practice (S3 CoP) Secretariat, where ERRIN is a partner, opened a call to all EU regions and member states to express their interest in hosting the Smart Specialisation (S3) Conference 2024 this autumn. As S3 CoP is the central knowledge and information hub for S3, the upcoming event will be at the forefront of discussions on Smart Specialisation and its key role in fostering local economic development. The S3 Conference 2024 will be a collaborative endeavour to unite the S3 community, offering a platform for stakeholders to network, exchange knowledge, and delve into the successes and challenges of implementing S3 strategies.

The conference will offer a great opportunity for the host region to put their S3 initiatives, stakeholders, and accomplishments, in the spotlight. Some of the reasons for hosting the conference include:

• Visibility: Present your region's profile across the EU and amongst peers.
• Collaboration: Foster new partnerships and collaborations by providing a platform for local and international stakeholders to connect.
• Showcasing: Highlight your region’s achievements in Smart Specialisation, sharing your journey, challenges, and successes with policymakers and other stakeholders.

All EU regions and member states are invited to apply for this unique hosting opportunity.

You may find more information, application guidelines and express your interest in hosting the conference by 15 March here.