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From 17 to 19 June, the Cities Forum 2025 brought together over a thousand urban stakeholders in Kraków and online for three days of dialogue, peer learning and exchange. Co-organised by the European Commission, DG REGIO, and the European Urban Initiative (EUI), the Forum confirmed the central role of cities in driving Europe’s policies towards sustainable urban development.

Exciting things happen when we dare to step outside our comfort zones - when we put people first, try new things, and believe that better is always possible. Imagine the pride of a single parent who can finally afford to insulate her home, or a teenager who finds their first job thanks to a community-led initiative. These are not just case studies - they are stories of real lives improved by cities willing to innovate.

The latest call for Peer Reviews ended on 1 May. One month later, the assessment of the 38 received applications has been finalised and we are now thrilled to share the results!

The European Commission has launched a public consultation to gather evidence for the further development of the EU Agenda for Cities, which aims to strengthen the EU's support for cities and ensure that urban challenges are effectively addressed in future policies. The EU Agenda for Cities will be at the heart of Cities Forum 2025, the EU's flagship urban event taking place this June, where key urban issues will be at the heart of shaping the future of European cities.

The European Urban Initiative is seeking expertise to support its Monitoring Framework (including key performance indicators) and data management.

The S4T Co-Design Methodology has been finalized in a strategy paper. The strategy takes as a point of reference participatory action research, participatory spatial practice and co-creation methods that are in line with the New European Bauhaus values and working principles.