Every year a different city will be selected as the European Capital of Democracy by a jury of up to 10,000 European citizens. Last month, Barcelona was selected as the very first city to hold this title, opening its year-long programme of exciting events, festivals and activities in autumn 2023. Does your city want to be next? All cities with a population of over 100,000 within the Council of Europe member states and Kosovo can register for the ECoD Call 2024/25 here:
Join European Capital of Democracy What are the benefits? A city holding this title will enjoy a wide range of benefits, such as an enhanced international reputation as a centre of education and innovation, the chance to host international events and meetings of leading European politicians, and of course a boost to civic pride. The media coverage will focus on democratic best practice. All cities joining the ECoD City network will profit from mutual exchange of knowledge and experience, access to international expertise and cooperation.
Need more information? Book a workshop on their website, read the flyer or watch the short explainer video below:
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- Publication date
- 22 February 2023