Empower Europe: Social Progress Cities Summit
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Umeå kommun - Stadsledningskontoret |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 200 000 |
| Project duration | June 2019 - December 2019 |
| Status | Completed |
Important results from the project
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The purpose of the meeting was to strengthen the social pillar of a future cohesive EU and to position Umeå and northern Sweden as well as other social precedent regions. During the meeting, Umeå and other cities presented their work on social sustainability with a focus on continuing to raise the issue higher on the EU agenda. During the meeting, the role of cities as a driving force for social sustainability was discussed, with proximity to residents focusing on collaboration and exchange of experiences.
Expected long term effects
September 16-17 social progress cities summit was conducted. In preparation for the meeting, a declaration was circulated to all notified cities, which were subsequently signed by the cities present and the ICLEI network. To enable additional cities to sign a declaration, a website has been created. Representatives of the European Commission in place highlighted the importance of this type of initiative and the key in showing how cities drive social sustainability issues linked to urban development and after the meeting continued dialogue with EU committees. about the future work
Approach and implementation
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The timetable and budget for social cities summit were kept and all activities planned could be carried out. The work was coordinated by Umeå municipality by service personnel linked to the business sector and overall planning. Reporting was made to the municipal council´s business and labor committees.