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Conference Programme Now Available!

Posted on March 22, 2025March 22, 2025 by Björn Plötz

We are excited to share the official UPRUN Conference Programme for “THE FUTURE IS RESILIENT – TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE THROUGH CIVIC ENGAGEMENT”, featuring all the key details about our upcoming event in Skopje! This programme provides an overview of the sessions, speakers, and key discussion topics on Urban Planning for Social Resilience in Urban Neighborhoods and Civic Engagement.

Location: The Faculty of Architecture, University “Ss. Cyril and Methodius”, Skopje
Date: 26–27 March 2025

Download the brochure (PDF) here :

Future is resilient Programme

Building Trust and Cooperation Between Communities and Local Governments: Insights from UPRUN Partners

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by Björn Plötz

A recent article explores the challenges of cooperation and trust between communities and municipalities among UPRUN partners. Highlighting key themes of governance and civic engagement, it resonates with the UPRUN project’s focus on fostering inclusive and resilient urban development. The discussion sheds light on strategies to bridge gaps and enhance collaboration in city-making processes.

New Publication: Social Cohesion and Resilience through Citizen Engagement

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by Björn Plötz

This newly published book explores how citizen engagement fosters social cohesion and resilience in urban development. Closely related to the themes of the UPRUN project, it offers valuable insights into participatory processes and their transformative impact on cities. The book aligns with UPRUN’s mission to advance inclusive and sustainable urban strategies.
Read more:

https://srp.raumplanung.tu-dortmund.de/details/buch-social-cohesion-and-resilience-through-citizen-engagement-veroeffentlicht-48413/

The book can be found under ISBN 978 1 03531 709 7

Video about objectives and approaches of the UPRUN project

Posted on October 28, 2024November 15, 2024 by sk_johannes

During our project meeting in Kaunas on 10 and 11 October, we were interviewed about the objectives and approaches of UPRUN and the extent to which civil society initiatives can contribute to urban development and resilient neighbourhoods. The results of the interviews and the presentation of UPRUN in the INIT TV News of 11 October can be found here.

UPRUN Conference, 26-27 March 2025, Skopje

Posted on October 28, 2024 by sk_johannes

Join us for a two-day conference that brings together city enthusiasts, urban planners, policymakers, academics, and community leaders to shape the future of our cities. “The Future is Resilient: Transformative Change through Civic Engagement”* is dedicated to exploring how urban planning and community-driven initiatives can enhance the social resilience of neighbourhoods across Europe and beyond.