an International Online Conference
On 9 June 2026, an international online conference will take place within the framework of the FOSTER – Future Oriented Solutions Toward Environmental Resilience project. The event brings together stakeholders from across Europe to share experiences, present results, and discuss how local communities can better respond to the long-term impacts of climate change.
The conference is part of a two-year project funded by the European Union’s CERV programme, focusing on strengthening inclusive and forward-looking local governance. By combining strategic foresight with participatory approaches, FOSTER supports communities in anticipating future socio-economic challenges linked to climate change and in co-designing practical, locally grounded solutions.
Throughout the day, participants will gain insights into different national experiences, explore participatory approaches to climate governance, and engage in discussions on how expertise and citizen involvement can be effectively combined. The programme includes keynote inputs, country case presentations, and interactive breakout sessions, allowing for exchange across sectors and countries.
Special attention will be given to local pathways developed within the project, highlighting concrete examples from across Europe. The interactive sessions will also contribute to the development of a practical toolkit aimed at supporting future-oriented and participatory local climate governance.
The conference is open to civil society organisations, local and regional authorities, researchers, and all interested citizens.
The event will be held online. Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.
Please register below to take part in the conference.
AGENDA:
09:30 - Opening remarks
Stefan Lütgenau, Foster Europe Foundation for strong European Regions
Rebecca Marconi, European Association for Local Democracy
09:45 - From Good Will to Good Results: How to handle Participation?
Tamara Ehs, Ehs & Co. Democracy Consulting
Q&A
10:30 - Presentation of Country Cases Experiences IT, DE, BG, GR, AT, RO, ES
10:45 - Breakout Rooms
Breakout Room 1: Bologna, Berlin, Athens
Breakout Room 2: Spain, Austria, Romania
12:30 - Lunch break
13:15 - Climate Change Mitigation Between Expertise, Competency, and Participation
14:00 - Climate Change, War Impact and Nature: How Ukrainian NGOs approach the multiple challenges
14:15 - Participation in a Society in Transit: Insight from Moldova
Anatoli Risna, Verde e Moldova
14:30 - Harvesting the Day and Closing Remarks