BALENTES - Villages as Agents of Change & Sustainable Communities of Europe
GENERAL OBJECTIVE:The happiness and well-being of the inhabitants of the small villages of Europe. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: best quality of life in the small villages of Europe; diversification of economic activities; increase attractiveness of the territories; new and good job opportunities.THROUGH: an innovative cooperation system between Europe's smaller local authorities,European Network of Universities and experts, aimed at:1) the diffusion of political/programmatic and problem solving skills; 2) an innovative governance model based on the competence and responsibility of local authorities; 3) sustainability of planned and implemented interventions; 4) evaluate the impact not only in terms of GDP but also in relation to the happiness and well-being of the inhabitants; 5) the involvement of universities, European networks and local knowledge; 6) improving relations between Center and Periphery; 6) Ensuring transparency, protection of collective interests and fighting corruption. Types of partners we are looking for: Lead Partner and Partners: Regions, Universities, Towns with projects or good practices and experiences in fighting depopulation. Stakeholders: local authorities, small villages.