SEERC is proud to announce its role in the EU-funded INSPIRE Project, which supports the sustainable and inclusive development of rural areas across Europe. With a strong focus on improving the social wellbeing of rural communities and addressing the needs of vulnerable groups, INSPIRE offers innovative solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing rural Europe today.
Project Objectives
INSPIRE works to:
• Advance the concept of social inclusion in rural areas through a multi-dimensional approach.
• Ensure better access to high-quality social services for rural citizens.
• Promote social entrepreneurship as a pathway to sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
7 Pilot Territories
INSPIRE’s activities will unfold across 7 diverse regions, including coastal, rural, peri-urban, and mountainous areas, offering valuable insights and scalable solutions for a variety of rural contexts.
Key Innovations
• Territorial Typology: A novel classification system for rural areas to better address specific needs.
• Smart Village Labs: Community-driven hubs to foster social innovation and cooperation.
• Rural Social Inclusion Policy Dashboard: A dynamic tool to inform policy and governance.
• E-Democracy Tools: Empowering rural citizens through participatory governance and decision-making.
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