Task Force Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of the Adaptation Taskforce.
NEB Task Force
The goal of the NEB Task Force is to follow up the EU level developments of the initiative as well as showcase activities carried out on the local level to demonstrate concrete examples and results and build momentum towards a stronger NEB initiative. One of the main objectives of the task force is to develop members' understanding of the NEB initiative and, consequently, their capacity to maximise their engagement with it, particularly engaging their local ecosystems and building new collaborations. As a NEB partner, ERRIN aims to strengthen the policy dialogue with the EU institutions, with the NEB Taks Force driven by the most active members in the NEB topic.
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Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
ERRIN’s Circular Economy event: opportunities and challenges for members
ERRIN is organising its 'Circular Economy event: opportunities and challenges for members', taking place in person in Brussels on 21 October 2025 from 9:00 to 12:00.The event is organised by ERRIN's
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Science & Education for Society WG Meeting: Towards a Union of Skills: what can regions expect?
After concluding the Year of Skills in April 2024, the European Commission published in March 2025 the Union of Skills communication as one of the new initiatives for its first 100 days. This
Policies and Practices for successful NEB implementation: learnings from local stakeholders
The New European Bauhaus (NEB) Task Force, in cooperation with the North-East Romania Regional Development Agency, organised a meeting on the topic 'Policies and Practices for successful NEB
EU Design Day 2025
The 13th edition of EU Design Day will take place in Brussels on 21 May 2025. This event aims at gathering key stakeholders from the design and creativity sectors for a networking opportunity with
WG Related Events
ERRIN’s Circular Economy event: opportunities and challenges for members
ERRIN is organising its 'Circular Economy event: opportunities and challenges for members', taking place in person in Brussels on 21 October 2025 from 9:00 to 12:00. More information, call for regional examples and registration will be available in September. Please save the date.
ERRIN Intro Coffee
The ERRIN Secretariat is pleased to invite you to the upcoming ERRIN Intro Coffee, which will take place in person on 10 October from 10:00-11:30. The event will offer a concise introduction to ERRIN and its services, alongside a chance for networking. New network members and staff are particularly encouraged to join!
Save the date: European Research and Innovation Days 2025
Save the date for the European Research & Innovation (R&I) Days 2025, taking place 16-19 September in Brussels. The European Commission’s flagship research and innovation event will bring together policymakers, researchers, business leaders and innovation experts to discuss how research and innovation drive Europe’s competitiveness, sustainability and industrial leadership.
Launch of the CCRI-Self-Assessment Tool: Supporting Cities and Regions in Measuring Circular Economy Solutions
On 3 July the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI) will launch the final version of the self-assessment tool, which is a key component of the CCRI designed to support cities, regions, and territorial clusters in monitoring circular actions.
Science & Education for Society WG Meeting: Towards a Union of Skills: what can regions expect?
On 25 June from 09:30-11:30, ERRIN's SEFS WG meeting is organising a meeting zooming into the Union of Skills. The meeting will inform the membership about the key aspects and objectives of the Union of Skills and ERRIN members will share their learnings and insight on the regional dimension of skills, such as regional skills intelligence, regional skills ecosystems, mechanism for better matching regional skills supply and demand, with particular attention to regions in widening countries and rural and border areas. The meeting opens the dialogue with the head of cabinet of Executive…
ERRIN Spring Annual General Meeting 2025
Registration in now open for ERRIN’s Spring Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will take place in person on Tuesday, 17 June from 16:30 to 20:00 CEST, generously hosted by Wielkopolska Region, Emilia-Romagna Region, the Representation of the State of Hessen to the EU and Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region (Rue Montoyer 21, 1000 Brussels).
WG Documents
Shaping the future EU Agenda for Cities – ERRIN’s key messages
As Europe advances its Green Deal and sets its sights on competitiveness and the next Multiannual Financial Framework, cities, urban areas and metropolitan regions must be at the heart of the transformation. Building on the network’s long-standing expertise and recent input papers, ERRIN contributed to the call for evidence launched by the European Commission on the future EU Agenda for Cities.
ERRIN’s 10 key messages towards the next Multiannual Financial Framework
At this pivotal time for Europe, with the Commission's proposals for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) getting closer, European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN) is pleased to provide inputs on how the EU can create the right conditions for R&I to thrive for a competitive Europe post-2027. Drawing our comprehensive paper series 'Towards the 10th Framework Programme', with insights gathered from the 120 regional ecosystems that ERRIN brings together, ERRIN has put together 10 key messages on the…
Shaping the New European Bauhaus Facility: ERRIN input document
ERRIN is pleased to share the input document on shaping the content of the NEB Facility. This document is the result of the collaborative and interactive session ‘Shaping the content of the NEB Facility’ hosted by ERRIN in May 2024, as well as of a strategic positioning of R&I stakeholders’ needs in the NEB initiative. The documents gathers ERRIN members insights, key recommendations and good practices, with the aim to help shape the two components of the NEB Facility and implement meaningful and impactful actions on the ground.
Shaping the New European Bauhaus Facility: ERRIN input document
ERRIN is pleased to share the input document on shaping the content of the NEB Facility. This document is the result of the collaborative and interactive session ‘Shaping the content of the NEB Facility’ hosted by ERRIN in May 2024, as well as of a strategic positioning of R&I stakeholders’ needs in the NEB initiative. The documents gathers ERRIN members insights, key recommendations and good practices, with the aim to help shape the two components of the NEB Facility and implement meaningful and impactful actions on the ground.
WG Related Content
The public votes are now open for the New European Bauhaus Prizes 2025
The public votes are now open for the New European Bauhaus Prizes 2025. Congratulations to all ERRIN members and their ecosystems that have been selected. ERRIN invites its members and stakeholders to participate in the public vote. The winners will be announced at the New European Bauhaus Prizes ceremony. The deadline is 10 July 2025 at 18:00.
Help shape the future European Cloud for Cultural Heritage: ECHOES survey now open
Building on some preparatory work from the CHARTER project, in which ERRIN was a partner, the ECHOES consortium is developing a European Cloud for Cultural Heritage (ECCCH). To ensure the Cloud meets the real needs of professionals across the cultural heritage sector, ECHOES has launched a Europe-wide consultation. ERRIN invites its members and stakeholders to respond to the survey. The deadline is 30 June.
ERRIN joins European Cities and Regions call for stronger role in EU Governance
ERRIN alongside several ERRIN Members have joined more than 80 cities, towns, regions and 11 networks across Europe to call for a new era of EU policy making – one that acknowledges local and regional authorities as equal partners in shaping Europe’s future. Initiated by the cities of Malmö (Sweden) and Freiburg (Germany), in their respective roles as ICLEI’s Global and European Presidents, this joint letter emphasises that local and regional governments, who are responsible for implementing nearly 70% of European Green Deal legislation and 60% of climate-related public spending, are pivotal…
Bridging EU policy and regional practice: insights on local implementation of the New European Bauhaus
On 11 June 2025, the NEB Task Force, in cooperation with the North-East Romania Regional Development Agency hosted a stakeholder meeting at ERRIN to explore latest developments of the NEB initiative, as well as discuss policy approaches and practical implementation of NEB principles and projects at local and regional level.
PROSPERO project launches in Mentana: A step forward for Creative and Cultural Industry policy in Europe
On 28 and 29 May 2025, ERRIN participated in the official launch of the Interreg Europe PROSPERO project. The launch was hosted by the historic town of Mentana, with its City Council as Lead Partner. Over the course of two days, local, regional and international stakeholders came together to kick off this ambitious European initiative focused on empowering Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs) as key drivers of sustainable and inclusive regional development.
NEST_Neighborhood Engagement through Shared Territories
This research explores how the design, availability, and use of common spaces influence the social cohesion, wellbeing, and resilience of neighbourhood communities—particularly in peri-urban areas facing demographic and spatial challenges. It examines the role of shared spaces (e.g. courtyards, parks, community halls) in fostering interactions, inclusion, and mutual care, especially among aging populations who are more dependent on nearby amenities and social networks.
Latest Updates
- By Maria Bostrom
Have Your Say on the European Innovation Act: Call for Evidence & Public Consultation now open
The European Commission has launched both a Call for Evidence and a Public Consultation for the forthcoming European Innovation Act, a flagship initiative aiming to address the key challenges faced by all innovative companies in the EU in order to close the innovation gap between the EU and its global competitors. The feedback period is now open and will run from 8 July to 30 September 2025. ERRIN encourages all members to engage with this important initiative and submit your views through the Commission’s Have Your Say portal.
- By Maria Bostrom
Research of Swedish artists for rural land art project in Centre-Val de Loire (France)
The Chapelle-d'Angillon Cultural Association (ACCA) in Centre-Val de Loire region (France) is looking for Swedish artists for its rural land art project. The works will be exhibited along a 30-kilometre marked trail in the heart of the Sologne, passing through the village of La Chapelle-d'Angillon, which is already home to Swedish families.
- By Maria Bostrom
ERRIN in conversation with Commissioner Zaharieva on strengthening regional R&I ecosystems
Following our extensive and ongoing advocacy for a place-based dimension and ecosystem approach in the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and 10th Framework Programme (FP10), ERRIN was pleased to meet with Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva, responsible for Research, Innovation and Startups. With the Commission's proposal for the next budget period just around the corner, ERRIN welcomed the opportunity to share insights, gathered from our 120+ regional ecosystems, on how the EU can create the right conditions for R&I to thrive for a competitive Europe post-2027.
- By Inès Lejeune
Lyon Metropole is looking for partners to apply to the call HORIZON-NEB-2025-01-PARTICIPATION-03
Lyon Metropole wants to apply to the call HORIZON-NEB-2025-01-PARTICIPATION-03 “Beautiful, sustainable and inclusive street furniture for the transformation of neighbourhoods” and is looking for partners.
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Social Entrepreneur - Luxembourg
The project concept is to help Luxembourg’s Social Impact Companies (SIS) access public funding and develop impactful local projects. Many SIS struggle to apply for funding due to lack of time, expertise, or support. This initiative offers practical tools, training, individual coaching, and networking opportunities to build their capacity and strengthen collaboration across sectors. The goal is to help SIS secure funding, grow their projects, and take part in national and European innovation efforts. In the long term, the project aims to feed into a Horizon Europe proposal, focused on testing a bottom-up approach to creating a green and inclusive urban neighbourhood in Luxembourg, in partnership with the City and other key actors.
- By Angèle Liaigre
Leeuwarden is looking for partners for a LIFE project on desealing cities
Leeuwarden aims to deseal priority locations in the city and develop a structured methodology to strategically replace concrete with urban life. In doing so, it aims to restore urban soil and improve the city’s biodiversity, climate resilience, and liveability. For this aim, the city is planning to develop a LIFE project, named ''Uncovered'' and is looking for partners.