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On 22 May 11.00-16.00 hrs the ECON Commission of the European Committee of the Regions will organise the first Digital Participatory Forum in synergy with a DG Connect info day on a new funding programme for GenAI projects in public administration. The agenda will feature:

- pitching sessions by start-ups and public authorities

- an overview of impactful AI use cases

- a panel discussion on the role of networks in promoting digital transformation. 

The European Commission recently launched an initiative to increase digitalisation awareness and readiness of EU communities, which aims to support all cities and regions that are in their digital transformation process, providing resources, best practices and training for the development of digitalisation strategies.

Focus of the webinar

Procurement of digital solutions, services and applications is essential for public administrations as it enables them to leverage technology to improve public services, enhance efficiency, and address complex societal challenges. By fostering innovation through procurement, cities and governments can facilitate their smart, sustainable and human-centred transformation.

In May 2024, the EU agreed on the New Pact on Migration and Asylum that is set to govern the EU's approach to managing migration and aims to set up a common European asylum system. According to the New Pact, technology plays a central role in implementing migration policies, especially when it comes to the control of border and migration movements. Technological solutions aim to enhance control and reduce irregular immigration.

Context

As recently emerged in a series of interviews with Living-in.EU signatories published by Eurocities, to ensure participation of local and regional authorities in European funding programmes, more direct and innovative sources of funding are needed.  

Following the Living-in.EU Digital Assembly, Living-in.EU is excited to host a special networking event titled "Connecting People for the Twin Transition."

This event will take place on Wednesday, 9 October, from 17:00 to 19:00 at Scotland House, Rond-point Schuman, 6; 1000 Brussels.

The 5G for Smart Communities Support Platform, on behalf of the European Commission, is organising its annual Community Conference for the CEF Digital 5G for Smart Communities stakeholders. This gathering will take place as an engaging Cluster Meeting, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

During the European Week of Regions and Cities 2024, the Living-in.EU movement will organise its second EU Digital Assembly in Brussels. The event will be on Wednesday 9 October 2024, from 14:30 to 16:00, in the Committee of the Regions (Jacques Delors building).