Zurich is employing an experimental design methodology to understand and overcome obstacles so that more eligible immigrants can obtain Swiss citizenship. Various studies have shown that becoming a citizen though naturalisation offers many benefits. For example, those who undergo naturalisation are typically more likely to integrate socially and have greater earning potential. Further, naturalisation gives … Read more
Visionaries Behind Rotterdam’s Local Democracy In the vibrant city of Cluj-Napoca, during the Eurocities 2024 Annual Conference, we had the privilege of engaging with Ronald Bijnaar, the district manager from Rotterdam, and Lot Mertens, the city’s local democracy cheerleader. Their innovative approaches to urban governance and mobility have set a new benchmark for other cities … Read more
Contributions and Roles of Member Cities in the Eurocities Network Innovation and Sustainability Cities within the Eurocities network, including Stuttgart, Germany, are committed to innovation and sustainability. They have set ambitious goals to reduce CO2 emissions, promote the use of green technology, and support sustainable urban mobility. Stuttgart, in particular, has implemented a number of … Read more